Central Catholic has won two of its last three state championship appearances. But the Fighting Irish know this year’s road back to Canton will not be easy.

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4. Youngstown Ursuline (13-2, state semifinalist): Three-star receiver Devonte Taylor is back for the Fighting Irish, whose season ended last year with a 7-6 loss to Toledo Central Catholic.