The top three remain unchanged until proven otherwise, with Smithson Valley (3-0), Johnson (2-0), and Steele (2-1-1) each firing on all cylinders. Smithson Valley continued its dominant start with a 79-14 win over Manor, while Johnson returns from its bye week with LEE awaiting. For Steele, the next test comes Friday in an enticing district matchup at Pieper (2-2), which is coming off an authoritative 52-0 win over San Marcos.
Brennan (3-1) moves up to the No. 4 spot ahead of Boerne and Alamo Heights — both 4-0 and set to square off this week — but the placement isn’t meant as a slight against either 5A powerhouse. Rather, it reflects the sheer dominance the Bears have showcased in every phase during their three-game winning streak, trouncing Sotomayor, Taft, and Reagan by a combined 168-7.
That Boerne-Alamo Heights clash should provide another intriguing measuring stick for two undefeated programs, while Champion’s perfect start remains intact following a 59-3 victory over Lehman. Madison (3-0) and Davenport (2-1) also return from their respective bye weeks, with both set to open district play.
The pecking order could shift quickly, with a stronger slate of closer, more compelling matchups on tap this week.
*** The first section shows the team’s current overall record | The second shows its district record | The third shows its most recent game result (per MaxPreps as of 9/20/2026) | The final section shows its next matchup.
VYPE San Antonio Combined (6A–4A) Top 10 Football Rankings
WEEK 5 (9/21–9/27)
1. Smithson Valley Rangers (5A) – 3-0 | 2-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 79-14 win vs. Manor | Next Matchup: vs. Cedar Creek (9/24)
2. SA Johnson Jaguars (6A) – 2-0 | 0-0 in District 28-6A | Bye Week | Next Matchup: @ LEE (9/24)
3. Steele Knights (6A) – 2-1-1 | 1-0 in District 27-6A | 56-19 win vs. Wagner | Next Matchup: @ Pieper (9/25)
4. Brennan Bears (6A) – 3-1 | 2-0 in District 29-6A | 49-0 win vs. Sotomayor | Next Matchup: vs. O'Connor (9/25)
5. Boerne Greyhounds (5A) – 4-0 | 0-0 in District 13-5A D2 | 42-21 win vs. Somerset | Next Matchup: @ Alamo Heights (9/25)
6. Alamo Heights Mules (5A) – 4-0 | 0-0 in District 13-5A D2 | 58-9 win vs. Buda Johnson | Next Matchup: vs. Boerne (9/25)
7. Madison Mavericks (6A) – 3-0 | 0-0 in District 28-6A | Bye Week | Next Matchup: vs. Roosevelt (9/25)
8. Champion Chargers (5A) – 4-0 | 2-0 in District 13-5A D1 | 59-3 win vs. Lehman | Next Matchup: vs. Anderson (9/25)
9. Pieper Warriors (6A) – 2-2 | 1-0 in District 27-6A | 52-0 win vs. San Marcos | Next Matchup: vs. Steele (9/25)
10. Davenport Wolves (4A) – 2-1 | 0-0 in District 13-4A D1 | Bye Week | Next Matchup: @ Canyon Lake (9/24)
Others to Watch: Harlan Hawks (29-6A), East Central Hornets (27-6A), Tivy Antlers (13-4A D1), Brandeis Broncos (28-6A), Canyon Cougars (27-6A), Judson Rockets (27-6A), Clemens Buffaloes (27-6A)