Here's a look at this week's 8-Pack, a Blitz 8 preview of eight of the biggest high school football games happening in the state of Maine. Max Matus, 18, says the ball was 'forcefully taken away' from him during the Sept. 19 game.

There are only two Fridays remaining before the games that really count begin. Several key games loom for teams who are making their final preparations for district play. Gulfport hosts state-power Brandon and a heavyweight battle will play out in Ocean Springs between the Greyhounds and Picayune.

Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. * denotes region games. Out of state Tennessee High at Abingdon, VA Memphis Central at Lafayette,