Beyer Patriots

Coach: Bill Flesher

Career record: 0-0

Record at school: 0-0

Last year: Beyer (9-3, 6-0) opened the season with a rousing comeback to stun Hilmar 30-27, but its season turned around following back-to-back losses that left it 2-2. It emphasized running and ball control, rolling to seven straight wins, an MMC crown and the school’s first playoff victory.

Last league title: 2011

Last playoff berth: 2011

Key game: Week 4 (Sept. 20) vs. Enochs. While Downey is favored to win the MMC, the winner of this game is capable of surprising the Knights – or at least securing second place. It’s the conference opener, and Beyer is adopting new schemes on offense and defense.