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THE HIERARCHY: VYPE DFW 2025 Week 3 Football Rankings; Lewisville cracks Top-10, with D'Ville also climbing
Entering the third week of the new season, early trends across the DFW metroplex are beginning to crystallize. While it's still too early to draw sweeping conclusions, the latest rankings highlight a few programs that have made their presence felt — and others showing flashes of long-term promise.
North Crowley remains atop the list after a resilient comeback win over DeSoto, one of the region’s most talented rosters. The Panthers’ athleticism and composure under pressure are starting to match their preseason hype.
They’ll be tested again this week when they travel to Denton Guyer — a team that looked much sharper in a bounce-back win over Martin.
Southlake Carroll and Duncanville are as formidable as ever. Carroll handled Hebron with ease and now prepares for a tricky road test at Byron Nelson. Duncanville, fresh off a hard-fought win over South Oak Cliff, heads into a bye week with confidence and key reps under their belt.
Elsewhere in 6A, Lewisville impressed with a strong win over Byron Nelson and will look to keep momentum against Rockwall. Allen and Prosper have yet to be seriously tested but remain undefeated and efficient in all phases.
In 5A, Aledo continues to impose its will defensively, while South Oak Cliff — despite a narrow loss — remains dangerous. Denton Ryan and Frisco Lone Star are both off to strong starts, showing discipline on both sides of the ball.
Highland Park rebounded with a dominant shutout of Lovejoy, and 4A power Celina held off La Vega in a shootout thriller, setting up an exciting matchup with Gunter.
With district play approaching, the coming week could offer even more clarity as top programs begin facing real resistance.
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*** Second section denotes most recent game result (acquired from MaxPreps as of 9/7/2025) // Last section denotes next matchup
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-4A) Top-20 Football Rankings -- WEEK 3 (9/8 - 9/14)
1. North Crowley Panthers (6A) -- 2-0 // 36-27 W v. DeSoto // Next Matchup: @ Denton Guyer -- Friday 9/12
2. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) -- 2-0 // 35-7 W v. Hebron // Next Matchup: @ Byron Nelson -- Friday 9/12
3. Duncanville Panthers (6A) -- 1-0 // 35-28 W v. South Oak Cliff // Next Matchup: Bye Week
4. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 2-0 // 38-0 W v. Cedar Hill // Next Matchup: VS. Rock Hill -- Friday 9/12
5. South Oak Cliff Bears (5A) -- 1-1 // 28-35 L v. Duncanville // Next Matchup: VS. Longview -- Friday 9/12
6. Prosper Eagles (6A) -- 2-0 // 45-27 W v. Rockwall-Heath // Next Matchup: Bye Week
7. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 2-0 // 18-0 W v. Lancaster // Next Matchup: VS. Brewer -- Friday 9/12
8. Lewisville Farmers (6A) -- 2-0 // 38-21 W v. Byron Nelson // Next Matchup: @ Rockwall -- Thursday 9/11
9. Denton Ryan Raiders (5A) -- 2-0 // 20-12 W v. Mansfield Timberview // Next Matchup: VS. Fossil Ridge -- Thursday 9/11
10. Celina Bobcats (4A) -- 2-0 // 52-49 W v. La Vega // Next Matchup: @ Gunter -- Friday 9/12
11. Denton Guyer Wildcats (6A) -- 1-1 // 41-21 W v. Martin // Next Matchup: VS. North Crowley -- Friday 9/12
12. DeSoto Eagles (6A) -- 0-2 // 27-36 L v. North Crowley // Next Matchup: @ Miller -- Saturday 9/13
13. Lone Star Rangers (5A) -- 2-0 // 29-0 W v. Garland // Next Matchup: @ McKinney North -- Friday 9/12
14. Highland Park Scots (5A) -- 1-1 // 21-0 W v. Lovejoy // Next Matchup: VS. Dallas Jesuit -- Friday 9/12
15. Waxahachie Indians (6A) -- 1-0 // Bye Week // Next Matchup: VS. Forney -- Friday 9/12
16. Trinity Trojans (6A) -- 2-0 // 28-16 W v. Midland Legacy // Next Matchup: VS. Keller Central -- Friday 9/12
17. Byron Nelson Bobcats (6A) -- 1-1 // 21-38 L v. Lewisville // Next Matchup: VS. Southlake Carroll -- Friday 9/12
18. Coppell Cowboys (6A) -- 1-0 // Bye Week // Next Matchup: VS. Bowie -- Friday 9/12
19. Rockwall Yellowjackets (6A) -- 1-1 // 20-28 L v. Lake Travis // Next Matchup: VS. Lewisville -- Thursday 9/11
20. Lovejoy Leopards (5A) -- 1-1 // 0-21 L v. Highland Park // Next Matchup: @ Liberty -- Thursday 9/11
Others to Watch: Forney Jackrabbits (6A), Rockwall-Heath Hawks (6A), Panther Creek Panthers (4A), Lancaster Tigers (6A), Red Oak Hawks (5A), Argyle Eagles (5A), Melissa Cardinals (5A)
The 2024 UIL 6A-D1 State Champions -- North Crowley Panthers
THE HIERARCHY: VYPE DFW 2025 Preseason Football Rankings; North Crowley, SL Carroll headline the early Top-20
As the countdown to the ensuing football season begins, the Dallas-Fort Worth region once again stands at the epicenter of Texas gridiron power. With a mix of returning state champions, perennial contenders, and fast-rising challengers, this year’s VYPE DFW preseason Top 20 offers a familiar — yet subtly reshuffled — look at the area’s elite programs.
At the top sits North Crowley, which enters the season as the reigning 6A Division I State Champions after a flawless 16-0 run in 2024. With momentum and depth on their side, the Panthers now shift from surprise story to title defender.
Close behind are programs with no shortage of postseason pedigree. Southlake Carroll, fresh off a 6A Division II title-game appearance, and Duncanville, another consistent contender, remain fixtures in the championship conversation. Allen, DeSoto, Denton Guyer, and Coppell also return with rosters capable of deep playoff runs in the state's top classification.
In Class 5A, Highland Park and South Oak Cliff headline a group rich with postseason experience. Both reached the State Finals in their respective divisions last year, and each has the infrastructure and tradition to make another push. Teams like Aledo, Denton Ryan, and Argyle continue to reload rather than rebuild, while Frisco Lone Star and Wylie East are looking to convert regional success into state-level breakthroughs.
The 4A scene is led by Celina, which went undefeated en route to a state title last fall. The Bobcats, one of Texas’ most decorated programs, appear poised for another strong year. Panther Creek is also gaining attention after a 10-win season and could be a sleeper pick in the smaller-class ranks.
With proven champions and hungry challengers at every level, DFW football promises another thrilling ride in 2025.
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VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-4A) Top-20 Football Rankings -- 2025 PRESEASON
***Second section denotes 2024 result
1. North Crowley Panthers (6A) -- 16-0 // UIL 6A-D1 State Champions*
2. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) -- 15-1 // UIL 6A-D2 State Finalists
3. Duncanville Panthers (6A) -- 13-1 // UIL 6A-D1 State Semifinalists
4. Highland Park Scots (5A) -- 14-2 // UIL 5A-D1 State Finalists
5. South Oak Cliff Bears (5A) -- 13-3 // UIL 5A-D2 State Finalists*
6. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 13-1 // 6A-D1 Region 1 Finalists
7. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 12-2 // 5A-D1 Region 1 Finalists
8. Denton Guyer Wildcats (6A) -- 10-4 // 6A-D2 Region 1 Finalists
9. DeSoto Eagles (6A) -- 11-3 // 6A-D2 Region 2 Finalists
10. Denton Ryan Raiders (5A) -- 13-2 // UIL 5A-D1 State Semifinalists*
11. Celina Bobcats (4A) -- 16-0 // UIL 4A-D1 State Champions*
12. Argyle Eagles (5A) -- 13-2 // UIL 5A-D2 State Semifinalists*
13. Prosper Eagles (6A) -- 8-3 // 6A-D1 Bi-District Finalists
14. Waxahachie Indians (6A) -- 9-4 // 6A-D1 Regional Semifinalists
15. Lone Star Rangers (5A) -- 12-2 // 5A-D1 Region 2 Finalists
16. Coppell Cowboys (6A) -- 12-1 // 6A-D1 Regional Semifinalists
17. Trinity Trojans (6A) -- 11-2 // 6A-D1 Regional Semifinalists
18. Lewisville Farmers (6A) -- 7-4 // 6A-D1 Bi-District Finalists
19. Panther Creek Panthers (4A) -- 10-2 // 4A-D1 Area Finalists
20. Wylie East Raiders (6A) -- 10-2 // 6A-D2 Area Finalists
Others to Watch: North Forney Falcons (6A), Rockwall Yellowjackets (6A), Cedar Hill Longhorns (6A), Lake Highlands Wildcats (6A), Lovejoy Leopards (5A), Walnut Grove Wildcats (5A), Reedy Lions (5A), Midlothian Panthers (5A), Red Oak Hawks (5A), Stephenville Yellowjackets (4A)