Fort Worth All Saints has developed into one of the state's premier programs, entering the 2026 season riding a 29-game winning streak with a roster overflowing with college-level talent.

The Saints wasted little time showing why they remain one of the favorites in TAPPS, opening the season with a physical 31-11 victory over Dallas Parish Episcopal on Friday night.

From a dominant defensive front to several newcomers making immediate impacts, there was no shortage of standout performances.

It Starts Up Front

The Saints' defensive line controlled the game from start to finish, consistently disrupting the Parish Episcopal offense and creating problems in both the run and pass game.

Wyoming-bound 2027 DT Kingston Beyer (6’1, 290) anchored the unit in the middle. The Saints moved him around throughout the night to create different looks, and the veteran once again proved why he has been one of the program's most consistent performers. He looks primed for another big season.

2027 Oregon State commit TE Hudson Harbuck (6’6, 235) spent time on both sides of the ball, but the emergence of several young offensive weapons should allow him to focus more heavily on defense. His combination of length and power creates difficult matchups.

Tulsa-bound 2027 DE Ryan Powers (6’4, 200) continues to be one of the state's best-kept secrets. His first-step quickness off the edge was evident from the opening snap, and he played with relentless effort throughout the night.

The offensive front was anchored at left tackle by 2029 OL Carson Campbell (6-3, 275) who is strengthening his case as one of the state's most heavily recruited offensive linemen in the 2029 cycle. While he could ultimately slide inside at the next level, Campbell looked comfortable protecting the edge, consistently keeping his quarterback's jersey clean throughout the night. His early offer list already includes Texas Tech, TCU, Baylor, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and more.

Sleeper No More

2028 LB Jet Thomas (6-0, 210) dramatically elevated his stock Friday night.

Thomas was an emotional leader, playing downhill with urgency while showing the instincts college coaches covet. He diagnoses plays quickly, pursues sideline to sideline and closes in a hurry when asked to blitz.

"I just play fast. I play violent. I'm flying around the field, and I'll make anybody feel my presence no matter what."

Michigan became the first program to offer Thomas, but it almost certainly won't be the last. Linebackers with his combination of instincts, physicality and athleticism are difficult to find, and his recruitment appears to be rising.

"It was crazy. It meant a lot, especially because they were taking a chance on me with my first offer. I'm going to let them know it's going to pay off. It wasn't a chance. It's going to be the best offer they ever gave out."

"I'm talking with Kentucky, TCU, Baylor, SMU and a bunch of other big-time schools. That's really it right now, but I'm waiting for everything to pick up this season."

Three HUGE Offensive Debuts

Several new faces wasted little time making their presence felt.

Just weeks before the season, 2029 TE Noah Tarrant (6’4, 210) announced he was moving from El Paso to Fort Worth, and his debut couldn't have gone much better.

Tarrant touched the football on the team's opening snap and never slowed down. He finished with two touchdowns, highlighted by a 71-yard catch-and-run that stood out as the offensive play of the night.

It's easy to see why he was already recognized as one of the Top 25 players in the state in Dave Campbell's Rising magazine and offers have come in from Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, LSU, Georgia, Michigan, USC and more .

Note: USC offered following his Game 1 performance.

2028 QB Brailon Davis (6'4, 195) made his first start under center for All Saints, and Friday offered an encouraging glimpse of what's ahead.

Early in the game, he showcased his dual-threat ability by creating plays with his legs when protection broke down. As the night progressed, he settled in, played under control and consistently worked all three levels of the field while distributing the football to a deep group of playmakers. Syracuse has offered, but this was an eye-opening performance. Look for his interest to ramp up. 

2029 RB Brayden Boults (5-8, 190) also flashed the talent that has already earned him early scholarship offers from Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State and many others. Boults, who moved to Texas from South Carolina, owns more than 35 offers and displayed the short-area burst and lateral quickness that make him one of the nation's most intriguing young prospects.

A Familiar TXHSFB Name

The Briles name needs little introduction in Texas high school football.

2028 WR Jaytn Briles is the son of Texas High School Football Hall of Famer and current South Carolina offensive coordinator Kendal Briles, who helped lead Stephenville to a state championship as a junior in 1999

At 5-foot-10 and 185 pounds, Jaytn is a ‘football playin’ dude.’ He competes with relentless effort, is fearless working the middle of the field and has the speed to stretch defenses vertically.

He catches everything thrown in his direction.

Already holding offers from Texas Tech, Mississippi State, South Carolina and others, Briles' stock should continue to rise.