Each week Dave Campbell’s Texas Football staff gives their power rankings of the small college football teams in Texas.

Note: Teams are measured against the overall strength of their conference. Only teams that have played this spring are ranked.

1. Sam Houston (5-0) Last Week: 1 - The Bearkats wrapped up the Southland Conference title and an automatic playoff berth. This week will be a huge test. NEXT: at UIW at 11 a.m. April 17.

2. Mary Hardin-Baylor (5-0) Last Week: 2 - UMHB found steady play from quarterback Kyle King and the Cru defense will make them a national title contender in the fall. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

3. Kilgore (3-0) Last Week: 3 - Kilgore used an outstanding rushing attack to build a considerable lead against NMMI. A dangerous game awaits this week. NEXT: at Navarro at 3 p.m. April 17.

4. Hardin-Simmons (4-1) Last Week: 4 - A slow start doomed the Cowboys against UMHB and will add another chip on their shoulder heading into the fall season. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

5. UTPB (5-0) Last Week: 6 - The Falcons win over MSU last week was the type of victory that can change a program. UTPB will be a force in the LSC in the fall. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

6. Trinity (3-1) Last Week: 7 - The Tigers finished their spring season with a resounding 38-15 win over Birmingham Southern. Trinity could be dangerous in the fall. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

7. East Texas Baptist (3-2) Last Week: 8 - The Tigers finished the spring with a resounding 51-20 win over TLU. The ETBU offense will be explosive in the fall with Troy Yowman at quarterback.  NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

8. Trinity Valley (3-0) Last Week: 9 - The Cardinals faced an overmatched opponent yet still rolled up an impressive 62-0 score before the game was called in the third quarter due to weather. NEXT: at Cisco at 7 p.m. April 15.

9. Cisco (2-0) Last Week: 10 - Cisco took a bye week leading into this week’s big Thursday night showdown at home. NEXT: vs. Trinity Valley at 7 p.m. April 15.

10. UIW (3-2) Last Week: 5 - A devastating loss by any measure for UIW last week, but playoff hopes remain with a win over a top ranked opponent this week. NEXT: vs. Sam Houston at 11 a.m. April 17.

11. Southwestern Assemblies of God (3-2) Last Week: 14 - SAGU finished out its spring season with a win over Oklahoma Panhandle State, completing a remarkable turnaround from an 0-10 record in 2019. NEXT: Fall 2021 Season

12. Tarleton (4-3) Last Week: 11 - Tarleton’s loss to East Central on April Fool’s Day was a disappointing end to an up and down spring. The Texans proved they are a solid FCS team when focused. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

13. Texas Lutheran (3-2) Last Week: 12 - TLU had a decent spring in coach Ricky Matt’s first season. The Bulldogs look to improve in the fall. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

14. Prairie View A&M (2-0) Last Week: 13 - PVAMU is expected to finally hit the field again this week after a long CoVID-19 pause. NEXT: at Arkansas-Pine Bluff at 3 p.m. April 17.

15. Navarro (2-1) Last Week: 15 - The Bulldogs defense played their best game of the spring last week, and the offense provided just enough points for a big win. A more significant challenge awaits this week. NEXT: vs. Kilgore at 3 p.m. April 17.

16. Lamar (2-4) Last Week: 16 - The Cardinals had a rough ending to their spring season with a loss to Southeastern La. However, the overall spring was a big positive for Lamar heading into the offseason. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

17. Tyler (1-2) Last Week: 17 - The Apaches efficiently handled RPA College for their first win last week. Their opponent this week is also looking for their first conference victory. NEXT: at Northeastern Oklahoma at 2:30 p.m. April 17.

18. Howard Payne (2-3) Last Week: 18 - The Yellow Jackets struggled in all phases and finished the spring with a tough 38-17 loss to Belhaven. Excited to see this team continue to improve. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

19. McMurry (2-3) Last Week: 19 - Possibly the most improved team in the country ended the spring with a thrilling 32-31 win on the road over Louisiana College. The War Hawks are on the rise heading to the fall. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

20. Wayland Baptist (2-5) Last Week 20 - The Pioneers finished the most unusual season, which included games in the fall and the spring, with a road loss to the conference champion. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

21. Austin College (1-3) Last Week: 21 - The ‘Roos had one of the most challenging spring schedules of any team in the country. Austin College will focus on playing a complete game for the fall. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

22. Midwestern State (1-2) Last Week: 22 - A proud football program continues to struggle after a tough overtime loss to end the spring. MSU is 6-8 since the start of 2019 after 20 consecutive winning seasons. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

23. Sul Ross State (1-4) Last Week: 23 - The Lobos finished the spring with a nice 25-16 win over Southwestern. SRSU will try to ride the positive vibes into the fall season. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

24. Blinn (1-2) Last Week: 24 - The Buccaneers needed a big second half to earn their first win of the spring against a team in its first season of NJCAA football. Blinn has a chance to earn their first SWJCFC win this week. NEXT: at New Mexico Military Institute at 2 p.m. April 17.

25. Texas Southern (1-2) Last Week: 25 - The Tigers earned a win last week after Alcorn decided to forgo the spring season. TSU seeks another win this week after three weeks off. NEXT: vs. Mississippi Valley State at 2 p.m. April 17.

26. Texas A&M-Kingsville (0-2) Last Week: 26 - Coach Mike Salinas and staff found some positives and negatives during the Javelinas abbreviated spring season. TAMUK will try to build on the positives for the fall season. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.

27. Southwestern (0-5) Last Week: 27 - A tough spring concluded with a road loss to Sul Ross State. The Pirates coaching staff will be evaluating every position heading into the fall season. NEXT: Fall 2021 season.