Last Friday night the McKinney Lions Football team took on the Princeton Panthers on the Gridiron!
Check out the highlights from the game below!
Last Friday night the McKinney Lions Football team took on the Princeton Panthers on the Gridiron!
Check out the highlights from the game below!
Several contenders solidified their standing with dominant performances, while others face pivotal matchups on the horizon that could redefine the playoff picture heading into the back half of the regular season.
Undefeated squads including Southlake Carroll, Prosper, Lewisville, Celina, Lone Star, and Aledo all took care of business in Week 6—some with blowout wins, others in tightly contested battles.
Aledo’s narrow 15-14 win over Denton Ryan proved especially meaningful, tightening its grip on the 3-5A Division I title race while dealing a blow to one of its top challengers.
In 5A, South Oak Cliff maintained momentum with a shutout victory, while Highland Park and Argyle continue trending upward following high-scoring wins. Meanwhile, Celina remains a model of consistency in 4A, showing no signs of slowing down.
Friday night brings one of the most anticipated matchups of the season, as Duncanville and DeSoto—both coming off bye weeks—prepare to battle in a clash that could shape the 11-6A playoff picture.
Elsewhere, Denton Guyer looks to be rounding into form after a strong showing against Coppell, while Rockwall’s loss to Longview knocks the Yellowjackets down a few spots.
Other critical risers of note include Cedar Hill and Rockwall-Heath.
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*** Second section denotes most recent game result (acquired from MaxPreps as of 10/5/2025) // Last section denotes next matchup
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-4A) Top-20 Football Rankings -- WEEK 7 (10/6 - 10/12)
1. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) -- 6-0 (4-0 in District 4-6A) // 63-28 W v. Keller // Next Matchup: @ V.R. Eaton -- Thursday 10/9
2. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 5-0 (3-0 in 6-6A) // Bye Week // Next Matchup: @ Princeton -- Friday 10/10
3. Duncanville Panthers (6A) -- 2-1 (1-1 in 11-6A) // Bye Week // Next Matchup: VS. DeSoto -- Friday 10/10*
4. North Crowley Panthers (6A) -- 4-1 (1-0 in 3-6A) // Bye Week // Next Matchup: @ Lake Ridge -- Thursday 10/9
5. South Oak Cliff Bears (5A) -- 5-1 (3-0 in 5-5A-D2) // 55-0 W v. Hillcrest // Next Matchup: Bye Week
6. Prosper Eagles (6A) -- 5-0 (3-0 in 6-6A) // 72-6 W v. Rock Hill // Next Matchup: VS. Plano -- Friday 10/10
7. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 6-0 (4-0 in 3-5A-D1) // 15-14 W v. Denton Ryan* // Next Matchup: VS. Granbury -- Friday 10/10
8. Lewisville Farmers (6A) -- 5-0 (2-0 in 5-6A) // 46-0 W v. Braswell // Next Matchup: VS. Flower Mound -- Friday 10/10
9. DeSoto Eagles (6A) -- 3-2 (2-0 in 11-6A) // Bye Week // Next Matchup: @ Duncanville -- Friday 10/10*
10. Waxahachie Indians (6A) -- 3-1 (1-1 in 11-6A) // Bye Week // Next Matchup: VS. Mesquite Horn -- Friday 10/10
11. Celina Bobcats (4A) -- 6-0 (2-0 in 7-4A-D1) // 48-10 W v. Aubrey // Next Matchup: VS. Sulphur Springs -- Friday 10/10
12. Lone Star Rangers (5A) -- 6-0 (4-0 in 5-5A-D1) // 55-35 W v. Frisco // Next Matchup: Bye Week
13. Denton Ryan Raiders (5A) -- 4-1 (2-1 in 3-5A-D1) // 14-15 L v. Aledo // Next Matchup: @ Richland -- Friday 10/10
14. Denton Guyer Wildcats (6A) -- 3-2 (2-0 in 5-6A) // 35-21 W v. Coppell* // Next Matchup: VS. Hebron -- Thursday 10/9
15. Highland Park Scots (5A) -- 5-1 (2-0 in 7-5A-D1) // 52-35 W v. Red Oak // Next Matchup: Bye Week
16. Argyle Eagles (5A) -- 4-1 (3-0 in 3-5A-D2) // 65-17 W v. Everman // Next Matchup: @ Seguin -- Thursday 10/9
17. Rockwall-Heath Hawks (6A) -- 4-1 (1-0 in 10-6A) // Bye Week // Next Matchup: @ North Forney -- Friday 10/10
18. Cedar Hill Longhorns (6A) -- 4-1 (2-0 in 11-6A) // Bye Week // Next Matchup: @ Mesquite -- Friday 10/10
19. Rockwall Yellowjackets (6A) -- 3-3 (1-1 in 10-6A) // 21-35 L v. Longview // Next Matchup: Bye Week
20. Coppell Cowboys (6A) -- 3-1 (1-1 in 5-6A) // 21-35 L v. Denton Guyer // Next Matchup: @ Little Elm -- Friday 10/10
Others to Watch: Byron Nelson Bobcats (6A), Melissa Cardinals (5A), North Forney Falcons (6A), Trinity Trojans (6A), Forney Jackrabbits (6A), Lancaster Tigers (6A), FM Marcus Marauders (6A)
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Friday, October 3rd – 7:00 PM // C.H. Collins Athletic Complex -- Denton, TX
As has become tradition, the winner of this game will likely gain control of the district title race—and perhaps much more. Beyond bragging rights, Friday’s result could have major implications come playoff seeding in November.
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ALEDO
The Bearcats (5-0; 3-0) enter this contest unbeaten, having navigated a difficult early schedule with impressive composure. After knocking off 6A heavyweights Denton Guyer (21-14) and Lancaster (18-0) to open the year, Coach Robby Jones and co. have rolled through district play, most recently dominating Fossil Ridge 56-14.
The offensive attack has been anything but one-dimensional.
Senior tailback Kaden Winkfield leads a three-headed rushing monster, racking up 349 yards and four touchdowns. Fellow seniors Brady Powell (252 yards, 4 TDs) and Rudy Moya (243 yards, 2 TDs) round out a backfield that’s tallied nearly 900 yards combined through five games.
At receiver, Notre Dame-commit Kaydon Finley continues to be electric, hauling in 22 catches for 315 yards and six scores. Whether it’s junior Nash McElree or senior Lincoln Tubbs taking snaps behind-center, Finley consistently finds ways to make plays.
Furthermore, junior Bayne Martin has also emerged as a worthy WR2, adding 128 yards and three scores of his own.
Defensively, the Bearcats are equally balanced.
Senior linebacker Chase Wilburn leads the team with 25 tackles, while senior defensive end Cooper Cyphers brings the heat off the edge with a team-high four sacks. In the secondary, safety Lamel Swanson (Army-commit) anchors a unit that’s shown the ability to support both the pass and run.
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DENTON RYAN
Denton Ryan (4-0; 2-0) counters with a similarly deep and talented roster. The Dave Henigan-led Raiders are fresh off a 41-0 rout of Granbury, but the challenge ramps up significantly this week.
Offensively, Ryan leans on senior running back Tre’vaughn Reynolds, who’s already amassed nearly 700 total yards and six scores in just four games.
Quarterback Quin Henigan has been a model of efficiency, averaging nearly 200 passing yards per contest while protecting the ball—boasting a 5-to-0 touchdown-to-interception ratio.
He distributes the ball to a reliable group of targets, including tight end Jose Melendez (245 yards, 3 TDs), senior receiver Raymond Smith, and junior Connelly “CC” Cunningham.
On the other side of the ball, Ryan is built around reigning district Defensive MVP Uzziah “Cookie” Warmate (Sr. DL). The Sam Houston State-commit has already posted 27 tackles, five tackles for loss, and two sacks.
The Raiders’ front is bolstered by first-team senior edge rushers Kha’Ron Freeman-Wade and Errol West, while junior MLB Demari Ruth leads the team with 34 tackles, two forced fumbles, and a sack.
Arizona-commit Xaier Hiler locks things down in the secondary, often eliminating top opposing receivers from the equation.
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With both teams loaded with next-level talent and carrying undefeated records, Friday’s matchup has all the makings of a classic. For Aledo and Ryan, it’s not just about this week—it’s about setting the tone for the rest of the season.
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