Eye-Opening Performances from Week 2 of the 2026 TXHSFB Season

It's time to reset expectations for Allen after 50-6 thrashing of state No.1-ranked DeSoto

Week 2 Computer Projection: Allen over DeSoto by 11
Week 2 Result: Allen 50, DeSoto 6

Heading into the 2026 TXHSFB season, we knew Allen had a chance to boast the best sophomore class in the state. The QB/WR tandem of Ty Snell and Zach Williams holds over 70 offers combined, and linebacker Raiden Johnson (6-foot-2, 220) is a rising star.  

But with all that youth, I thought the 2026 season would be the year before the year for Allen. The Eagles would wet their wings this fall and then be state championship favorites in 2027 and 2028. After manhandling both Duncanville and DeSoto to open the season, I think Allen is ahead of schedule. We need to consider them on the shortlist of contenders for Jerry World right now. 

Snell has played like a seasoned veteran with a 72 percent completion rate and six touchdowns to two interceptions. A defense that had to replace six different three-year starters has looked especially impressive, allowing just 13 points in two games against the South Dallas Dynasties. Against DeSoto, defensive back Jeremiah Storey had two interceptions, while hybrid MLB/DT Beckhem Parker blew up multiple plays.

San Antonio Johnson takes first step to becoming the best team from the 210

Week 2 Computer Projection: Too close to call between Johnson and Austin Vandegrift
Week 2 Score: Johnson 38, Vandegrift 7

After a 13-1 season in which they prevailed over Cibolo Steele 29-28 in a miraculous playoff win, San Antonio Johnson entered 2026 with a legitimate chance to cement itself as the best team from the 210. The Jaguars earned the first highlight on their resume with a 38-7 beatdown of Austin Vandegrift.

This was a significant win for San Antonio Johnson because the Austin area has historically owned San Antonio teams in the playoffs. Vandegrift, coming off a 12-3 season with a state championship in 2024 and a state championship appearance in 2022, is a prime example. I believe this win will give Johnson the confidence, come playoff time, to beat those Austin dynasties. 

The Jaguars’ passing attack is ridiculous. Senior quarterback Elvis Estrada had over 3,600 yards of total offense last season, and he has two of the best receivers in 6A on his team. Sophomore Braelyn Allen had 145 all-purpose yards and three touchdowns against Vandegrift, while senior Bryson Thompson is an Iowa State commit.

Fort Bend Ridge Point is battling Allen for the most impressive resume in the state through two weeks

Week 2 Computer Projection: Fort Bend Ridge Point by 2 over Shadow Creek
Week 2 Score: Fort Bend Ridge Point 28, Shadow Creek 7

Fort Bend Ridge Point upset Dickinson 29-26 in the first-ever DCTX Friday Night Football. The Panthers followed it up by drubbing a Shadow Creek team riding high off a Week 1 win against preseason No. 5-ranked Humble Summer Creek.

Ridge Point quarterback Brody Bartee has gone from really good to exceptional in his second year as the starter. Bartee, a Florida Atlantic commit, has thrown for six touchdowns and zero interceptions while averaging 384 passing yards per game. His development has allowed a wide receiver corps that was unproven just two weeks ago to flourish. John Rangel, a two-sport recruit in football and baseball, and Suhaib Ramseur have shined. Bartee’s stats are also a credit to a Ridge Point offensive line that has performed admirably despite losing three Power Four recruits from last year’s team. 

Holding Shadow Creek to a single touchdown is no easy feat, especially with stars like Jaylen Addai, the son of Super Bowl-winning running back Joseph Addai, on the other side. The Panthers’ defense has racked up 12.5 sacks in three games, led by junior Khalen Taylor’s 3.5.

Cy Ranch upsets defending state finalist Sheldon C.E. King

Week 2 Computer Projection: Sheldon C.E. King over Cy Ranch by 9
Week 2 Score: Cy Ranch 31, 28

Cy Ranch had a solid 24-7 win over Fort Bend Hightower in Week 1 to kick off the DCTX Rising Game of the Week series. But, in all honesty, it was a very Week 1-esque game with plenty of mistakes to clean up on both sides. I got the sense that Cy Ranch was an extremely talented football team that didn’t come close to its full potential.  

So, the fact that the Mustangs beat the preseason state championship favorite Sheldon C.E. King 31-28 just one week later shows a remarkable coaching job by coach Will Blaylock and his staff. Senior quarterback Braden Baker, a Houston commit, had arguably the best performance of his career with 254 passing yards and four touchdowns just a week removed from passing for 36 yards in the season opener. His late-game heroics set up kicker Nate Carrier for the game-winning 40-yard field goal.

17-point underdog Cy-Fair knocks off The Woodlands College Park in Double OT

Week 2 Computer Projection: The Woodlands College Park over Cy-Fair by 17
Week 2 Score: Cy-Fair 53, The Woodlands College Park 45

They say Bobcat Fight Never Dies. The Woodlands College Park found that out the hard way after getting out to a 14-0 lead. 

Cy-Fair senior quarterback Sean Riegler turned in a legacy performance with 369 passing yards and seven total touchdowns, leading the Bobcats to a 53-45 victory in double overtime over No. 14-ranked The Woodlands College Park. Cy-Fair’s defense was tested by one of the top passing attacks in the Houston area in College Park QB Camden Hughes and WR Julian Cromartie, but they made the big plays when it mattered most. Linebacker Connor Sitton had the game-winning tackle on 4th-and-goal after Hughes completed a pass short of the sticks in the flat.

Richmond Randle beats Spring Westfield 3-0 in the "No, really, that's not a typo" game of the week

Week 2 Computer Projection: Richmond Randle by 19 over Spring Westfield
Week 2 Score: Richmond Randle 3, Spring Westfield 0

This game would’ve made Dick Butkus blush.

One week after avenging its state championship loss with a 20-14 triumph over South Oak Cliff, Richmond Randle rode the emotional roller coaster into a 3-0 win over Class 6A Spring Westfield. 

Both teams displayed a defensive masterclass. Spring Westfield’s only legitimate threat to score was a field goal attempt with 10 minutes remaining, which was blocked by Richmond Randle’s Patrick Oliver. 

Richmond Randle running back Landen Williams-Callis had 33 carries for 149 yards, including a 35-yard run that set up the game-winning field goal. That is an excellent night for 99 percent of TXHSFB running backs. But for Williams-Callis, the state’s No. 1-ranked player, it was the first time he was held without a touchdown since December of his sophomore season. Spring Westfield linebacker Davon Smith, an Arizona commit, proved why head coach Desmar Black called him one of the best linebackers in school history with 11 tackles and two tackles for loss. Sacramento State commit Jaylin Jones was a terror off the edge with 12 tackles and three tackles for loss.

Mansfield Timberview makes a statement in win over Denton Ryan

Week 2 Computer Projection: Denton Ryan by 3 over Mansfield Timberview
Week 2 Score: Mansfield Timberview 35-30

Mansfield Timberview head coach Jacody Coleman did not shy away from the opportunity his Wolves had by being featured on the DCTX Rising Game of the Week. His team had a lot of potential with 17 returning starters. But they could turn that potential into a proven product with a win over Denton Ryan, a program that has reached nine regional finals in the last 12 years. 

Coleman believed this offseason that his team had the makings of those dominant Humble Atascocita programs he was the defensive coordinator for, when the Eagles made five regional finals in eight years. They looked the part in a 35-30 win over Denton Ryan. Tulsa wide receiver commit Trysten Shaw has been sensational through two weeks, with 352 receiving yards and five touchdowns. Quarterback Steven Hall, who came off the bench last season to start seven games, has taken a massive leap with 10 touchdowns and two interceptions.

When New Braunfels Canyon gets bragging rights ... It's the Wurst!

Week 2 Computer Projection: New Braunfels over Canyon by 23
Week 2 Result: Canyon 29, New Braunfels 18

A loss to your rival – especially when you’re a 23-point favorite – is one of the wurst feelings.

New Braunfels Canyon took the 44th annual Wurst Bowl over New Braunfels 29-18, just one week removed from a head-scratching 10-0 loss to a San Antonio Madison program that hasn’t had a winning season since 2021. 

The Cougars’ defense intercepted New Braunfels four times, led by junior safety Brody Schiller’s seven tackles, two interceptions, and a blocked punt. Canyon quarterback Knox Ford tallied 199 total yards and two touchdowns.

Cuero tightens it up in convincing win over fellow Region IV power La Vernia

Week 2 Computer Projection: La Vernia over Cuero by 2
Week 2 Result: Cuero 35, La Vernia 20

In a measuring-stick game for two Region IV powerhouses, it was the Cuero Gobblers who showed the most growth. 

In Week 1, Cuero eked out a 28-21 victory over Yoakum despite being 21-point favorites. The narrow margin was partly because Cuero and Yoakum have a heated rivalry, and both teams have too much pride to be blown out. But three turnovers from Cuero also explained the result. Cuero played a much cleaner game against La Vernia, which resulted in a more comfortable 15-point victory. Senior quarterback Jayce Guajardo (18-for-28, 142 yards, 1 TD) continues to come into his own after moving over from safety, while Melo Perez paced Cuero on the ground with 87 yards and two touchdowns.

Robinson stuffs a season's worth of emotions into two weeks

Week 2 Projection: Springtown over Robinson by 9
Week 2 Result: Robinson 38, Springtown 35

No Robinson fan has a normal blood pressure reading after the first two weeks of the season. After a 36-35 loss to Bellville in Week 1, Robinson was on the winning side of a thriller in Week 2 when the Rockets launched up into Class 4A DI and took down top 10-ranked Springtown, 38-35. 

TCU quarterback commit Brice McCurdy showed DI composure by throwing a touchdown pass on 4th-and-12 to Dylan Medlock (UTSA commit) to tie the game at 35. Then, going for a touchdown instead of the tie, Springtown threw an interception on the next possession that set up the game-winning field goal.

Canton, a five-point underdog, crushes Commerce by 50 points

Week 2 Projection: Commerce over Canton by 5
Week 2 Result: Canton 64, Commerce 14

I know Canton is a Class 4A DII team and Commerce is a Class 3A DI team, which would make you think it’s only natural for Canton to win. But trust me, this is quite the shocking upset, especially given the margin of victory. Commerce was the No. 6-ranked team in 3A DI.

The game got off to an ominous start with three fumbles on the first five plays (two by Commerce, one by Canton). But it was Canton that shook off the slow start, and Commerce that couldn’t get out of its own way. Canton quarterback Cort Ray, the reigning District Offensive Player of the Year, threw three first-half touchdowns to wide receiver Ethan Lewis. The Canton defense forced five turnovers and limited superstar quarterback Aidan Brown to 5-of-21 passing.

Cameron Yoe with an early case for comeback of the year

Week 2 Projection: Whitney by 29 over Cameron Yoe
Week 2 Result: Cameron Yoe 62, Whitney 61

In an early candidate for Game of the Year, Cameron Yoe stormed back from down 55-33 with 11 minutes left in the fourth quarter to beat state No. 9-ranked Whitney 62-61. 

Cameron Yoe made five state championship games in six years in the early 2010s. But the Yeomen have slogged through a 9-22 record over the past three seasons. Senior wide receiver Javarius “Junior” Johnson told the Waco Tribune-Herald after the game that the team knows they have a lot of doubters in the town. They were silenced last Thursday night.

Whitney looked like they would ice the game with TCU commit Kobe Haynes’s legs, but Cameron Yoe linebacker Jamarcus Legrand forced a fumble to give the Yoemen the ball with just over three minutes left. Sophomore quarterback Kourtlyn Townsend then threw a 67-yard touchdown to Jacobe Scott, Townsend’s seventh touchdown pass of the game.

The Screamin' Eagles fly to a 20-point upset win over state top-ten ranked Blanco

Week 2 Projection: Blanco over Salado by 22
Week 2 Result: Salado 34, Blanco 14

What a difference a week makes. After a 63-50 loss in Week 1 to a Troy team that’s a lower classification than Salado, the Screamin’ Eagles soared to a 34-14 win over state No. 8-ranked Blanco. 

Quarterback Max Gist, who saw limited time at quarterback as a two-way athlete last season, has emerged as the de facto leader of the offense. The 6-foot-3, 180-pound signal-caller had 168 yards and two touchdowns through the air while also adding 57 yards on the ground. 

But the Eagles’ defense showed the biggest improvement by holding Blanco’s vaunted Slot-T offense to just 14 points. Junior Owen Gunter is one of the biggest leaders on that side of the ball after transitioning this offseason from defensive line to linebacker.

Centerville pulls off the week's largest upset

Week 2 Projection: Crawford over Centerville by 30
Week 2 Result: Centerville 20-14

It’s fitting that the ‘C’ on Centerville’s helmet resembles the Chicago Bears, because Centerville’s defense looked like the ‘85 Bears against heavily favored Crawford. The Tigers entered the game as 30-point underdogs and left with a 20-14 win. Centerville coach Kyle Hardee, who has led the Tigers to the playoffs every year since 2011, is one ball coaching jack.

Cooper Wilson was a leader on both sides of the ball for Centerville, rushing for 137 yards and notching seven tackles. Linebacker Gavin VanReenan had nine tackles. The defensive line had a dominant display behind Chris Bell, David Nunley, and Luke Brewer.