The opening weekend rarely provides the full picture, but it can reveal plenty. Some contenders immediately backed up their billing, while two of the teams atop the rankings are still waiting to make their first impression.

Steele came out swinging, overwhelming Reagan 52-21 behind an offense that quickly found its rhythm. Boerne and Alamo Heights delivered similarly convincing results in the 5A ranks, while New Braunfels and Harlan also opened with wins to establish early momentum.