"Even though we are winning by big scores in three games, we still have a lot of room for improvement," said Longo. "I think we have the potential to be a special team if we put it all together."

The Colonials, the preseason No. 1 seed in Division 1, have also conquered seventh-seeded Lindenhurst 41-7 in their season opener and a 49-18 romp at ninth-seeded Ward Melville. The lone setback came the second week, a 14-12 home loss against third-seeded Longwood.  At fifth-seeded Brentwood (1-3), Floyd scored on five of its first six possessions and built a 35-7 halftime advantage.  Otranto, with his second-straight excellent performance, completed nine of his 10 passes for 157 yards.

"We proved we are not just a Stacey-Bedell team running the ball, said Scanlon, who contributed his first two-TD game as a varsity player. "We can throw the ball when we need to, and win games. A.J. had a lot of time to throw (against Brentwood) and that gave the receivers a lot more time to get open."

The Colonials displayed their passing prowess on their first snap, from their 40-yard line. Otranto rolled out and quickly connected with Martinez in the middle for a 60-yard scoring strike. Martinez grabbed the pass around the Indians' 40 and dashed untouched to the end zone.

"I was wide open. I made one guy miss and I was gone," said Martinez. "When I crossed the goal line, I said 'Wow.' It feels like you are on the top of the world and, for the rest of the game, that no one can stop you."

Brentwood's lone TD came with 8:57 remaining in the first quarter. The Indians moved 42 yards after recovering a Floyd fumble.  The Colonials quickly bounced back with a 75-yard drive. With Otranto operating an effective spread offense, he mixed runs and passes. The payoff came on a 30-yard pass to Banks, who got open behind two defenders for his first varsity TD.

"It was exhilarating," said Banks, describing his first varsity catch. "I worked hard all summer for it and my hard work finally paid off."

Floyd's offense prospered with three TDs in the second quarter.  Bedell scored on 15-yard run, but the extra point kick was wide.  Scanlon grabbed a 20-yard TD pass and Bedell ran for the two-point conversion, giving Floyd a 28-7 margin with 5:54 remaining before halftime.  Bedell produced another top-notch highlight when he eluded the defense to sprint 68 yards to the end zone. The speedy senior, who has scored 84 points in the first four games, finished with 138 yards rushing on 13 carries.

"I think everybody did their job; what we were taught to do during a week of practice," said Otranto. "The (offensive) line really executed very well in terms of pass protection. My reads opened up very well and, when I got outside the pocket, I saw the men I was supposed to throw to. And the receivers made great adjustments when I was scrambling."

Otranto, who is also a quality runner, rushed five times for 33 yards in addition to his 90 percent passing accuracy.

"I am very happy with the way he played," said Longo. "A.J. did a very good job finding open receivers and making his reads, and he ran the ball well."

Toronto totals eight TD passes and two interceptions this season. In the last two games, he's completed 15 of his 18 passes.  Floyd starters on the offensive line included seniors Brandon Winters, Frank Summers, center Dylan Brown and sturdy Denis Feise and junior Evan McCarthy. Those five young men, coached by Peter Lesiewicz, average about 265 pounds.  Early in the third quarter, Bedell proved elusive again, with runs inside the Brentwood 10-yard line. The sixth Floyd TD came on a five-yard pass to Scanlon.

"(Bedell) is very valuable, very versatile," said Banks "Stacey helps other guys get open. We did a good job running and passing. When (defenders) focus on Stacey, that means other guys are called on to make plays."

Bedell keeps increasing his growing reputation that he's capable of going all the way any time he touches the ball. And college recruiters are also aware he also excels as an alert, swift-moving free safety.

"We are not surprised anymore (by Bedell's repeated big plays)," said Martinez. "It is expected of Stacey. He is a big contributor on offense and defense. He is so fast no one can catch him."

Longo, who needs Bedell to excel both ways, is careful to rest Bedell, who left the game midway through the third quarter. The fewer hits Bedell takes in September and October may mean he is fresher and has less bumps and bruises in November, aiming for the country playoffs.  Using many reserves, who look smaller than the first teamers, the Colonials added one fourth-quarter TD.  Sophomore running back Vincent Labate scored for the second-straight game, a five-yard run. Dylan Munster kicked his fifth extra point.  For the Floyd defense, senior lineman Vincent Giordani made eight tackles and had two sacks. Senior lineman Matt Allen was also aggressive with 6 1/2 tackles (1 1/2 sacks). Cornerback-linebacker Rajiv Heron  made seven tackles.  Junior lineman Alex Borsari blocked a Brentwood punt. Andrew Taitt, Allen and Gerasimos Kapatos each recovered a second-half fumble.

"We stopped them in the running and the passing," said Heron, after Brentwood was limited to less than 100 yards total offense in the first half. "We have great cornerbacks (Vantrell Nash and Devante Smith).

"We have the potential to beat any team on Long Island. If everybody does a good job, we will win. . . . Our running back (Bedell) is All-Long Island.

Floyd defenders, as usual year after year, are dominating.  In the first half of the three 2011 victories, the Colonials have built a 104-13 scoring margin.

"We are still not there yet, but we are playing better and better every week," said long-time defensive coordinator Gil DeCicco.

The Colonials need to make fast preparations for their third-straight road game. With respect to the Jewish holidays, prep football games are set for Thursday this week. Floyd travels to fourth-seeded Northport (2-2) for a 3:30 p.m. kickoff.  Northport beat sixth-seeded Connetquot 28-12 last weekend. The Tigers' other victory was 20-17 over eighth-seeded Bay Shore in overtime. Northport started with back-to-back losses against Brent wood and undefeated Sachem North 42-25.

NOTES -- The William Floyd junior varsity team shows a 2-1-1 record after beating Brentwood 33-0 last weekend. Bedell has six TD runs of 50 or more yards. Otranto and his father, Bill, are making a recruiting visit to Penn State on Saturday. They were given free tickets to watch Penn State's home game against Iowa before a likely crowd of more than 100,000 at Beaver Stadium. "I have always wanted to go to a big college game and I have been looking forward to it," said the Floyd quarterback.  Second-seeded Sachem North, which is undefeated in regular-season games the last three years, stands 4-0 after beating third-seeded Longwood 35-27 last weekend. The Lions lost for their first time in four games. The victory boosted Sachem North to first place in the Division i power ratings, and the Colonials are third among 14 teams. Floyd's next home game is Oct. 15, a showdown against Sachem North. A victory at Northport would give the Colonials their 100th victory during the last 11 seasons.