Fort Bend Marshall Buffalos
Victoria West Warriors
Terry Rangers
Kempner Cougars
Lamar Consolidated Mustangs
Tomas Gators
*Teams in bold are projected playoff contenders
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VYPE PRESEASON AWARDS
MOST VALUABLE PLAYER: Alvin Mosley, Almeta Crawford
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Braylen Fisher, Almeta Crawford
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Andre Meadows-Wade, Fort Bend Marshall
BREAKOUT PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Caden Jones, B.F. Terry
ON THE CUSP: Kempner Cougars
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Fort Bend Marshall Buffalos
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Making its debut in the 5A ranks, Almeta Crawford wasted no time establishing itself as a genuine contender. Equipped with a distinct swagger to match its rising reputation, head coach David Jackson and the Chargers kick off 2026 on the heels of a 12-2 run that culminated in a Region III Final appearance (4A Division I). All eyes naturally turn to senior wideout Alvin Mosley, the heartbeat of Crawford’s prolific attack. A four-star Ole Miss commit and the reigning District MVP in both football and basketball, Mosley piled up more than 1,700 all-purpose yards and 30 combined touchdowns a year ago. Quarterback Braylen Fisher, another dual-sport phenom who claimed District Offensive MVP honors, eclipsed 3,300 passing yards during his junior year, throwing 39 touchdowns while adding 315 yards and five scores on the ground. First-team all-district running back Dedrick Polk and second-team wide receiver Amir Johnson (Sr. WR) round out the bulk of Crawford’s firepower at the skill positions. Flipping the field, the ACHS defense—which allowed fewer than 16 points per contest last season—continues to revolve around linebacker Camron Alakija. The future Ragin’ Cajun set the tone en route to 12-4A DI Defensive MVP recognition, pacing the Chargers with 122 tackles (16.5 TFL), seven sacks, and three fumble recoveries. Edge rusher Elijah Wright, a Wake Forest commit transferring in from Katy Jordan, brings relentless pressure off the edge opposite first-team defensive end Khaidyn Hopson. Junior Kingston Stokes (second-team) adds sideline-to-sideline range, while senior Kyle Sam headlines the Chargers’ secondary.
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A changing of the guard took place within the Fort Bend Marshall organization, which announced the hiring of Wale Okunnu as its next head coach in March. Drawing from his defensive background—most recently as Alief Taylor’s coordinator—Okunnu aims to revitalize the Buffs’ identity following a 6-4 campaign that ended in the postseason opener. While the stop unit will be relatively younger than most, senior Andre Meadows-Wade returns as a proven game-wrecker up front, bringing the same disruptive ability that fueled a second-team all-district showing with 33 tackles, 5.5 TFL, and five sacks. He’ll be complemented by sophomore edge Langston Lowe. Offensively, Marshall flexes two dynamic weapons at wide receiver in Hershal Miller and Khannon Mitchell. Miller exploded onto the scene en route to District 9-5A DII Offensive Newcomer of the Year distinction, totaling 546 all-purpose yards and seven scores, while Mitchell adds another layer of speed on the perimeter. Meanwhile, first-team all-district lineman Landon Jones anchors the trenches alongside junior Terrence Williams, providing recent transfer Jakael Whitehead with the protection needed after arriving from North Shore.
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Victoria West enters another new chapter, with head coach Courtney Boyce and the Warriors transitioning from Region IV to Region III in the UIL realignment and facing a fresh slate of district opponents. Teamwise, the Warriors (10-3) placed third in the 13-5A DII standings in 2025 before advancing three rounds deep into the postseason, where they were dispatched by former district rival Alamo Heights. Though the attack has long carried the identity of the squad, Victoria West’s defense approaches the fall with the advantage of experience. Linebacker Wyatt Cahill-Surber figures to anchor the unit, building off a second-team all-district campaign in which he amassed 75 tackles (8 TFL). Officially listed as a defensive lineman, senior Cael Francis’ “wild card” status speaks to his versatility and ability to influence the game from multiple spots. Francis will pair with fellow second-team honoree Jacob Cohen, while DB Evan Waters handles duties in coverage. On offense, the Warriors are looking at an intriguing QB1 competition between seniors Miles Chandler and Aiden Deleon, along with junior Kage Hradek.
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Signs of progress surfaced for the Rangers last fall, as B.F. Terry improved its win total to three and secured two victories against former district counterparts. Continuity now works in the program’s favor as Terry pursues a long-awaited playoff return — a feat last achieved in 2017. Head coach Darnell Jackson’s offense shows plenty of promise, especially at quarterback, where Caden Jones looks to build on a year in which he split snaps and threw for nearly 900 yards and eight touchdowns. Athlete Alijah Whittle is a dog on both sides of the ball, earning all-district recognition for his production at wide receiver (first-team) and DB (second-team). He’ll work in tandem with senior Brandon Williams, as running backs Bryce Jefferson and Jaylyn Mann form a one-two punch in the ground game. Paving the way up front will be linemen David Galindo, Fernando Acevedo, and Hernan Cerda. Defensively, Jackson will lean on Daniel Galindo (Sr. DL), Santana Ruiz (Sr. LB), and cornerback Langston Williams to set the tone.
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Some strides remain necessary for Kempner to punch its first playoff ticket since 2016. However, the move to Division II, paired with the battle-tested roster coach Troy DeGar fields, presents the Cougars—coming off a 4-6 season—with a golden opportunity to take the next step. Senior Troy “Deuce” DeGar II is a proven asset as the field general, having thrown for just over 1,700 yards and 12 touchdowns while adding four rushing scores on his way towards an all-district honorable mention. DeGar will operate alongside running back Robert Asomugha behind a seasoned offensive line, looking to capitalize on a new-look receiver corps featuring junior Rollanz Edwards and senior Jake Knobler. Second-team all-district cornerback Javion Smallwood headlines the Cougars defense, joined by junior Jayden Smallwood, who strengthens the secondary at safety. Meanwhile, Cody Okpara (Sr. LB), Davontre Wiley (Jr. DL), Mitchell Rowe (Sr. DT), and Jason Onobigba (Sr. DL) bolster Kempner’s front seven.
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Lamar Consolidated is another program trending upward in 2026, looking to improve upon a 3-7 record from a year ago during head coach Chris Lane’s first season at the helm. There’s plenty to like about the Mustangs’ scoring unit, orchestrated by senior quarterback Edgar Garcia, who earned second-team all-district honors after racking up nearly 1,200 passing yards and 11 touchdown passes, plus another 431 yards and six rushing scores. Wideout Isaiah Cobbin figures to be Garcia’s primary target on the perimeter, as junior tailback Larry Clinton aims to capitalize on a fall that saw him compile over 700 all-purpose yards and 10 trips to the end zone. Senior Elijah Williams, a second-team selection, commands the trenches on defense, joined by fellow senior Jimi-George Okunloye and rising junior Arnold Offor. They’ll be complemented by linebacker Jack Coats.
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The primary reason Tomas finds itself at the bottom of the preseason totem pole is the fact that the Kiah Johnson-led Gators are stepping into their first official varsity campaign. Despite the limited sample size, the athleticism already displayed by Lamar Consolidated ISD’s youngest high school hints that Tomas could quickly emerge as a team capable of surprising the district. Junior wide receiver Samuel Johnson is poised to be the catalyst of Tomas’ skill positions, giving quarterback Brayden Rodriguez a dynamic weapon to rely on alongside running back Matthew Feacher. Defense offers the most depth, headlined by standouts such as Skyler Alexander (Jr. DL), Oluwasola Olanubi (Sr. DL), Braylon Shorter (Jr. ATH), and Trae Nemec (Sr. LB).
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Matt Powell (VYPE)
