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South Oak Cliff’s Isaiah Udom (SMU commit) and Jyrion Hampton (Texas State commit)
FIELD POSITION: 2026 VYPE DFW Football Rankings — Week 7 | SOC Turns It Up as Rivalry Week Begins
On a similar note, Lovejoy (6-0) is finally beginning to get the recognition it deserves, with the Leopards making their debut in the rankings as they approach a decisive matchup with Argyle (5-1) this Friday. The 5A ranks continue to offer plenty of intrigue, with several unbeaten teams now entering the stretch run with little room for error.
Keeping with the trend of pivotal clashes on the horizon, Waxahachie (5-0) will host North Crowley (5-0), DeSoto (3-2) travels to Lancaster (4-1), and Lewisville (2-3*) faces a major test against Guyer (4-1).
The prime-time tests are here — and the Top 20 could be due for some chaos.
The featured standouts of the 2026-27 Lovejoy Leopards football team.Jeff Rayome (VYPE)
*** 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 10/4/2026) | The final section shows its next matchup.
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A–4A) Top 20 Football Rankings
WEEK 7 (10/5–10/11)
2. North Crowley Panthers (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 11-6A | Bye Week | Next: @ Waxahachie (10/9)
3. Waxahachie Indians (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 11-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. North Crowley (10/9)
4. DeSoto Eagles (5A) — 3-2 | 2-0 in District 8-5A D1 | Bye Week | Next: @ Lancaster (10/9)
5. Duncanville Panthers (6A) — 2-3 | 1-1 in District 11-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Mansfield (10/9)
6. Coppell Cowboys (6A) — 4-1 | 2-0 in District 7-6A | Bye Week | Next: @ Plano (10/9)
7. South Oak Cliff Golden Bears (5A) — 3-2 | 3-0 in District 5-5A D2 | 68-0 win vs. Molina | Next: @ Seagoville (10/8)
8. Guyer Wildcats (6A) — 4-1 | 2-0 in District 5-6A | 51-7 win vs. Braswell | Next: @ Lewisville (10/9)
9. Prosper Eagles (6A) — 4-1 | 1-1 in District 6-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Rock Hill (10/9)
10. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) — 3-2 | 2-0 in District 4-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Northwest (10/9)
11. Lone Star Rangers (5A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 5-5A D1 | 62-0 win vs. Liberty | Next: vs. Frisco Heritage (10/9)
12. Argyle Eagles (5A) — 5-1 | 2-0 in District 3-5A D2 | 56-21 win vs. Eagle Mountain | Next: vs. Lovejoy (10/9)
13. Anna Coyotes (5A) — 6-0 | 4-0 in District 4-5A D2 | 16-14 win vs. Frisco | Next: @ Frisco Memorial (10/9)
14. Lewisville Farmers (6A) — 2-3* | 2-0 in District 5-6A | 38-8 win vs. Wakeland | Next: vs. Guyer (10/9)
15. Celina Bobcats (5A) — 5-0 | 3-0 in District 4-5A D2 | 17-14 win vs. Emerson | Next: @ Independence (10/8)
16. Lovejoy Leopards (5A) — 6-0 | 2-0 in District 3-5A D2 | 70-7 win vs. Nevada Community | Next: @ Argyle (10/9)
17. Martin Warriors (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 3-6A | Bye Week | Next: @ Arlington Sam Houston (10/9)
18. Walnut Grove Wildcats (6A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 6-6A | Bye Week | Next: vs. Dallas Jesuit (10/8)
19. Timberview Wolves (5A) — 5-0 | 2-0 in District 7-5A D2 | Bye Week | Next: vs. Seguin (10/8)
*Lewisville forfeited its first three non-district wins following a District 5-6A Executive Committee ruling regarding an ineligible player. The ruling is subject to appeal.
Whataburger Team of the Week: Commanding Win Shows Why Pearland Remains a Threat
As the defending district champions, the ultimate decider could come at the end of October when Pearland meets Shadow Creek. But with Manvel now checked off the list, the Oilers have another obstacle behind them as they turn their attention to Alvin this Friday night.
Offensively, Pearland has found plenty of ways to keep defenses on their heels. Junior running back Royce Swan, a second-team all-district selection in 2025, is thriving as the RB1 and approaching 1,000 rushing yards with 13 touchdowns on the year. Senior Ryan Miller has provided an excellent complementary piece with eight scores of his own.
Senior quarterback Kaleb Smith has also proven adept at spreading the wealth to a receiving corps featuring Lance Goree Jr., KJ Johnson, and Michael Shawver.
The defense has been just as imposing, conceding roughly 10 points per contest. Houston commit Kamryn Harris has been a menace off the edge with five sacks and 34 total tackles, while junior middle linebacker Terrence Spriggs has already racked up 60 tackles. Safety Terrell Johnson adds another layer of physicality against the run while creating turnovers, with two forced fumbles and an interception.
Six games in, Pearland has already made a statement. The Oilers now have their sights set on what comes next.
Pearland Sr. OLB Kamryn Harris (Houston commit)Farrah Sheeren (VYPE)
