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Randle's Landen Williams-Callis (Texas commit)
COMING FOR IT ALL: Texas-bound Williams-Callis chases history, legacy, and another ring with Randle
Yet, despite the heightened profile surrounding his future, Williams-Callis remains the same reserved presence that has defined his rise to national prominence.
“I try to be more vocal as a leader, but I can’t change who I am,” Williams-Callis said. “I’ve always been the type to keep my talking to a minimum, let my work speak for itself, and lead by example.”
Now entering his final high school campaign, Williams-Callis finds himself on the doorstep of legendary status. With 7,554 career rushing yards under his belt, LWC is on the verge of surpassing his cousin, former Lamar Consolidated standout and NFL running back Jacquizz Rodgers (8,302), for No. 2 on the Greater Houston-area all-time rushing leaderboard.
Furthermore, the prolific every-down back has his sights set on another historic milestone after a season that produced Gatorade Texas Football Player of the Year recognition and his third consecutive District MVP award — fueled by an astounding 3,502 rushing yards and 59 touchdowns. Matching that level of dominance would put Williams-Callis within striking distance of Mount Enterprise’s Kaegan Ash (11,382) and Sugar Land’s Kenneth Hall (11,232) for the title of Texas high school football’s all-time leading career rusher.
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Collectively, Randle’s motivation stems from a chance to finish what they started. The Lions (15-1) were denied a repeat UIL title last December in a 35-19 defeat against South Oak Cliff in the 5A Division II State Championship. Now moving to 5A Division I, Williams-Callis is once again at the center of a team in pursuit of its second state title.
“I’ve been trying to get the guys on track heading into this season,” he said. “We lost at State, but don’t let that get in the way of what we can do. We’ve got to come with it, work, put our heads down, and get ready for what’s next.”
For Williams-Callis, the pursuit of greatness has never been defined solely by the numbers attached to his name. Records, accolades, and recognition are simply byproducts of a daily commitment to maximizing the talents he believes were given to him for a reason.
“You know, I’m definitely going to celebrate with my teammates and my family, but I don’t think it’ll really hit me in the moment,” Williams-Callis said. “When we won State, I didn’t know how to process it at first. We work toward those goals every day, so when it finally happens, it almost feels normal. I think it’ll probably feel the same way. No matter what happens, I’m giving all the glory to God.”
The records may tell the story of Williams-Callis’ production, but they don’t fully capture the player or person behind them.
“What keeps me going is knowing I can’t take the God-given talents I have for granted,” he said. “Every day, I want to get to it. I want to prove I’m the best at what I do, be known as a good person, and be remembered as the greatest to ever come through Houston.”
A player whose reputation has grown louder with every accomplishment, Williams-Callis has always operated the same way: prepare, compete, and let the results follow. Now, as his time at Randle nears its conclusion, he has one more opportunity to show why the process matters most.
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THE FINAL 48: UIL Football 2025 State Championship Preview -- Randle vs. South Oak Cliff (5A-D2)
WHERE: AT&T Stadium -- Arlington, TX
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The 2024 UIL 5A-D2 State Champions: Randle LionsBradley C. Collier (VYPE)
RANDLE LIONS
Randle has made dominance feel routine, and the Lions arrive in Arlington riding a wave that shows no signs of slowing. Boasting a 15–0 record, head coach Brian Randle’s squad has now won 31 consecutive games dating back to last season’s undefeated 5A Division II state title, placing the program squarely back on the sport’s biggest stage with championship expectations firmly intact.
That run hasn’t come without resistance. District rival Iowa Colony pushed Randle to the limit in a Region III Final rematch, forcing a 45–35 shootout that tested the Lions’ composure. Randle answered the following week with authority, dispatching Boerne 40–16 to punch its ticket to Jerry World.
Those performances underscored what has defined this team all season: an offense averaging 56 points per game paired with a defense that has consistently held opponents under 15 — a balance that has made reaching this stage feel inevitable.
The engine of it all is junior running back Landen Williams-Callis, whose supremacy has become the standard. The five-star tailback and newly crowned Texas Gatorade Player of the Year has compiled nearly 3,600 yards from scrimmage and 59 touchdowns this season alone, numbers that match his growing list of accolades. Williams-Callis’ presence warps defensive game plans, yet Randle has proven it’s far from a one-man show.
Randle Jr. RB Landen Williams-CallisBradley C. Collier (VYPE)
Senior quarterback Tyler Skrabanek has been steady and efficient as a pocket passer, throwing for more than 3,200 yards and 29 touchdowns while distributing the ball to a deep group of weapons. Ashton Johnson has flourished in an expanded role, nearing 1,000 receiving yards, while Kamar Chavez-Brown and Cedrick McClintock Jr. provide additional explosiveness on the perimeter.
Defensively, the Lions bring just as much bite. Linebacker Noriel “Pac-Man” Dominguez leads the unit with 103 tackles and a knack for game-changing plays, while Ryan Mallory, last year’s State Defensive MVP, anchors the second level. A disruptive front led by LJ Gonzales and Camron Hypolite complements a secondary highlighted by Jalyn Burton’s surprising pass-rush production.
Poised, powerful, and relentless, Randle now stands one win away from turning sustained excellence into another state championship statement.
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SOUTH OAK CLIFF GOLDEN BEARS
Few programs are as comfortable under the bright lights as South Oak Cliff. The Golden Bears return to the UIL State Championship stage for a fifth consecutive season, once again taking over AT&T Stadium with unfinished business firmly in mind.
At 14–1, coach Jason Todd and company arrive in Arlington riding momentum after commanding postseason victories over Port Neches-Groves (28–0) and Melissa (35–17).
Those performances only reinforced the group’s resolve to rewrite last year’s ending, when the Golden Bears fell 38–35 in the title game to Randle. A victory this time around would deliver the program its first championship since completing a back-to-back run in 2022.
Offensively, SOC has shown it can trade punches with anyone. That begins up front, where a stout offensive line anchored by four-star junior Brian Swanson and Arizona State-signee Cortavious Tisaby on the book-end. Their protection has allowed junior quarterback Jayden "Dunnie" Williams to operate with confidence, throwing for more than 2,500 yards and 25 touchdowns against just two interceptions.
Balance has been equally important. Senior Mikail Trotter, the reigning District 5-5A Division II Offensive MVP, is nearing 1,300 rushing yards while finding the end zone 24 times. Alongside him, fellow senior Levon Morton has added more than 1,200 yards and 15 scores, forming a punishing one-two punch. In the passing game, Williams has leaned on a trio of senior targets Torrin Teague (823 yards, 7 TDs), Jaylen Moore (545 yards, 6 TDs), and Delvin Cook (475 yds, 1 TD) -- who headline a reliable receiving corps.
On the other side of the ball, South Oak Cliff remains disruptive and physical. Syracuse-bound defensive lineman Kordae Houston leads the charge up front, backed by junior Jaderian “JD” Jones and senior Leighton Henderson. Behind them, Cody Smith and Jamari Stewart anchor the second level, while West Virginia-signee Rickey Giles locks down the secondary.
Seasoned, motivated, and built for this moment, South Oak Cliff now looks to turn familiarity into redemption — and reclaim its place atop the UIL landscape.