Southlake Carroll, meanwhile, looks every bit the part of a top-tier threat, rolling past Byron Nelson with ease. The Dragons have yet to be seriously tested, but that could change this week as they host a surging Trinity team that’s also off to a 3-0 start.
Duncanville remains a looming presence in the top three, despite having just one game under its belt. The Panthers return from a bye to face Waxahachie—a team that’s quietly impressed and could prove to be a tougher out than expected.
In 5A, South Oak Cliff rebounded well from its early loss with a signature win over Longview, while Aledo, Lone Star, and Denton Ryan each extended their perfect starts. All three have looked sharp in different ways, but the coming weeks should offer a clearer sense of staying power.
Among smaller schools, Celina continues to rise after a convincing win over Gunter. A Friday matchup with Franklin will serve as an early litmus test for the Bobcats’ long-term potential.
Though the rankings remain largely unchanged, the tension is beginning to build. With several marquee matchups on deck, Week 4 may start to reveal which teams are truly built to last.
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*** Second section denotes most recent game result (acquired from MaxPreps as of 9/14/2025) // Last section denotes next matchup
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-4A) Top-20 Football Rankings -- WEEK 4 (9/15 - 9/21)
1. North Crowley Panthers (6A) -- 3-0 // 14-7 W v. Denton Guyer // Next Matchup: VS. Rockwall -- Thursday 9/18
2. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) -- 3-0 // 52-3 W v. Byron Nelson // Next Matchup: VS. Trinity -- Friday 9/19
3. Duncanville Panthers (6A) -- 1-0 // Bye Week // Next Matchup: @ Waxahachie -- Friday 9/19
4. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 3-0 // 70-14 W v. Rock Hill // Next Matchup:@ Plano -- Friday 9/19
5. South Oak Cliff Bears (5A) -- 2-1 // 20-17 W v. Longview // Next Matchup: @ Spruce -- Thursday 9/18
6. Prosper Eagles (6A) -- 2-0 // Bye Week // Next Matchup:@ McKinney Boyd -- Friday 9/19
7. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 3-0 // 54-7 W v. Brewer // Next Matchup: @ Birdville -- Friday 9/19
8. Lewisville Farmers (6A) -- 3-0 // 28-21 W v. Rockwall // Next Matchup: Bye Week
9. Denton Ryan Raiders (5A) -- 3-0 // 43-14 W v. Fossil Ridge // Next Matchup: Bye Week
10. Celina Bobcats (4A) -- 3-0 // 43-19 W v. Gunter // Next Matchup: VS. Franklin -- Friday 9/19
11. DeSoto Eagles (6A) -- 1-2 // 77-7 W v. Miller // Next Matchup: @ Mesquite -- Friday 9/19
12. Lone Star Rangers (5A) -- 3-0 // 46-7 W v. McKinney North // Next Matchup: VS. Centennial -- Friday 9/19
13. Waxahachie Indians (6A) -- 2-0 // 35-14 W v. Forney // Next Matchup: VS. Duncanville -- Friday 9/19*
14. Highland Park Scots (5A) -- 2-1 // 42-14 W v. Dallas Jesuit // Next Matchup: VS. Pulaski Academy -- Friday 9/19
15. Denton Guyer Wildcats (6A) -- 1-2 // 7-14 L v. North Crowley // Next Matchup: Bye Week
16. Trinity Trojans (6A) -- 3-0 // 45-7 W v. Keller Central // Next Matchup: @ Southlake Carroll -- Friday 9/19
17. Coppell Cowboys (6A) -- 2-0 // 47-26 W v. Bowie // Next Matchup: Bye Week
18. Rockwall Yellowjackets (6A) -- 1-2 // 21-28 L v. Lewisville // Next Matchup: @ North Crowley -- Thursday 9/18
19. Forney Jackrabbits (6A) -- 2-1 // 14-35 L v. Waxahachie // Next Matchup: @ Boswell -- Friday 9/19
20. Argyle Eagles (5A) -- 2-1 // 35-27 W v. Mansfield Timberview // Next Matchup: Bye Week
Others to Watch: Lovejoy Leopards (5A), Rockwall-Heath Hawks (6A), Lancaster Tigers (6A), Melissa Cardinals (5A), FM Marcus Marauders (6A), Cedar Hill Longhorns (6A)
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