After great storylines coming out of the first week back for Texas High School Football last week, Week 2 has been highly anticipated. Fans can expect great competition this weekend throughout the state, but here we have some of the top games featuring Dallas-Fort Worth teams that you're going to want to keep your eyes on!
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Kaden Anderson was impressive in his debut under center for Southlake Carroll.
7 p.m. Thursday, September 2
The Dragons are coming off of a big Week 1 win over Highland Park in which they proved that Quinn Ewers wasn't the key player on their team. Southlake has been bringing up great athletes for years and the first couple of weeks will give them a chance to showcase their talent. After a 45-21 win over the Scots with exceptional plays from new starting quarterback Kaden Anderson, the Dragons can be expected to put on an all-out show against Rockwall-Heath.
The Hawks enter Week 2 after a close, physical matchup with Keller Timber Creek in which Rockwall-Heath won 56-49. Quarterback Josh Hoover will step into the pocket ready to roll against Southlake Carroll on Thursday night, but it's Heath's defense that's going to have to step up to the challenge of slowing the Dragons' offensive game.
Previous meeting
The two teams met in 2020 where Southlake Carroll defeated Rockwall-Heath 72-57. Hoover threw for nearly 400-yards and accounted for four touchdowns last season. Anderson has yet to face a strong Rockwall-Heath defense, but with a seasoned offense, he just may look like a veteran quarterback.
Grapevine claims back-to-back UIL State Championships with their 9-5 win over Kingwood Park in the 5A Division II Final (6/6/2025)
Preseason hierarchy is rarely unanimous, but the area’s combined outlook opens with a familiar theme: proven playoff pedigree.
In Class 5A, defending state champion Grapevine opens as the team to beat after a 36-win campaign and a second straight title — the program’s third overall. With much of that roster back, there’s scant indication the Mustangs are prepared to loosen their grip.
Not far behind, Aledo carries its own championship pedigree into the spring. Fresh off an 8-1 victory over Smithson Valley Rangers in the 5A Division I State Final — its first crown since 2014 — Aledo proved it can pair pitching depth with timely offense on the biggest stage.
State semifinalists Lovejoy (5A Div. II), Marcus (6A Div. II) and Prosper (6A Div. I) reinforce the upper tier after Final Four runs in their respective brackets, while regional finalists Wakeland, Keller and Colleyville Heritage add further depth.
In a 6A classification defined by balance and weekly volatility, Allen and Waxahachie loom as potential risers. Both showcased district consistency a year ago and enter the new season intent on turning playoff lessons into extended May runs.
If 2025 proved anything, it’s that the path to Arlington remains crowded — and unforgiving.
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*Last section indicates 2025 result
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-4A) Top-10 Baseball Rankings -- February 2026 (Preseason)
1. Grapevine Mustangs (5A) -- 36-3 // 11-1 in District 6-5A // UIL 5A Division II State Champions*
2. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 34-8 // 9-0 in 5-5A // UIL 5A Division I State Champions*
3. Lovejoy Leopards (5A) -- 31-8 // 13-1 in 9-5A // 5A Division II State Semifinalists
4. Marcus Marauders (6A) -- 30-11 // 11-3 in 5-6A // 6A Division II State Semifinalists
5. Prosper Eagles (6A) -- 34-11 // 12-4 in 6-6A // 6A Division I State Semifinalists
6. Wakeland Wolverines (5A) -- 29-8 // 12-2 in 12-5A // Region II Finalists
7. Keller Indians (6A) -- 32-10 // 12-4 in 4-6A // Region I Finalists
8. Colleyville Heritage Panthers (5A) -- 23-14-1 // 12-2 in 6-5A // Region I Finalists
9. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 19-13-1 // 13-3 in 6-6A // Bi-District Finalists
10. Waxahachie Indians (6A) -- 21-14 // 10-4 in 11-6A // Area Finalists
Others to Watch: Southlake Carroll Dragons (4-6A), Rockwall Yellowjackets (10-6A), McKinney North Bulldogs (9-5A), Midlothian Heritage Jaguars (15-5A), Rockwall-Heath Hawks (10-6A), Byron Nelson Bobcats (4-6A), Royse City Bulldogs (10-6A), Dallas Jesuit Rangers (7-6A), Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A), Midlothian Panthers (15-5A), Denton Guyer Wildcats (5-6A)
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