DePaul (11-3) won the school its first title since precursor Gordon Tech won a title in 1980. The Rams did it with a run game and defense, rolling up 245 rushing yards and five touchdowns on 35 carries. They also had two sacks, an interception and nearly blocked a punt.

On the final weekend of the Illinois high school football season, Althoff and East St. Louis look to secure state championships.