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)