Dallas, August 19, 2025
News Summary
The Dallas area is preparing for the upcoming high school football season, featuring a talented group of Class 6A prospects. Among the 20 highlighted players are standout quarterbacks, running backs, and receivers, many with major college commitments. With elite statistics from the previous season, these athletes are set to play a crucial role in championship races across the region. The regular season is set to kick off at the end of August, drawing significant attention from college recruiters.
Dallas
Top line: The Dallas area enters the 2025 high school football season with a deep group of prospects in Class 6A, highlighted by 20 players expected to shape championship races across the region. The list includes nationally recruited quarterbacks, running backs, receivers and linemen with major college commitments and standout junior or senior seasons. The regular season is set to begin between August 28 and 30.
What matters most
The Dallas-area list of 20 rising stars features multiple four- and five-star recruits, several who already have Power Five college commitments, and players who posted elite statistics in recent seasons. Key names on the watch list include:
- North Forney’s four-star quarterback (Tennessee pledge) — led all Class 6A players with 28 rushing touchdowns and totaled 1,852 rushing yards while helping North Forney to an 8-4 record last season.
- Southlake Carroll’s quarterback (Pittsburgh commitment) — a junior starter who threw for 3,899 yards and 40 touchdowns, and added 667 rushing yards and 14 rushing scores.
- Notre Dame-pledged four-star running back — led Dallas-area players with 38 rushing touchdowns, scored 40 total touchdowns, and amassed 2,204 rushing yards across the referenced season.
- SMU-committed four-star back — the top returning rusher in District 7-6A with 1,271 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns, a key piece of a team that finished 9-3.
- Vanderbilt commit — led returning Class 6A running backs in the area with 24 rushing touchdowns last year.
- Lancaster running streaks and playoff consistency — despite a 5-7 finish that ended a winning-season streak, Lancaster reached the playoffs for the seventh straight year and the 10th time in 11 seasons.
- Texas State pledge — ran for 2,342 yards and 27 touchdowns over two seasons, including a 2024 campaign with 1,428 yards and 17 TDs. His running game was supported by an SMU-committed offensive lineman.
- USC four-star receiver — considered a top pass-catcher with 88 catches for 1,465 yards and 22 touchdowns in his first two years; part of DeSoto’s program that posted a 26-3 mark and a state title.
- Ohio State-committed standout at Southlake Carroll — a MaxPreps first-team junior All-American with 112 catches, 1,868 yards and 19 touchdowns, pursuing a ninth state title for his school.
- North Crowley transfer receiver — had a massive freshman year after transferring in with 68 catches for 1,640 yards and 14 touchdowns and carries an unusually long list of college offers (28 reported).
- Michigan commit — posted 42 catches for 527 yards and 8 touchdowns as a junior and showed multi-sport athleticism in basketball and track.
- Texas-pledged receiver — contributed 53 catches for 1,068 yards and 11 touchdowns and added 15 tackles on defense.
- North Crowley’s top recruit — a MaxPreps first-team junior All-American who helped lead the team to an 16-0 state title run, with the team setting a mark of 864 points scored that season.
- Five-star Texas Tech commitment (Class of 2026) — the top-ranked recruit in Texas and listed as the second-rated offensive tackle nationally for his class.
- Four-star Texas A&M offensive line pledge — did not allow a sack last season while anchoring a unit that helped his team average more than 41 points per game.
- Four-star Florida edge rusher — registered 57 tackles and 7 sacks, contributing to a strong Duncanville defensive performance.
- USC defensive-line four-star — disruptive presence with 22 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks, noted as the area’s second-best defensive lineman.
- Five-star recruit chosen for the Navy All-American Bowl — a Cedar Hill prospect seen as a major recruiting success despite the program facing a difficult previous season.
- Under-the-radar linebacker recruit (Manning) — tallied 134 tackles and was part of a defense that finished ranked No. 2 in scoring defense.
- Bauer, a secondary playmaker — had 7 pass breakups and multiple interceptions and earned second-team All-Area honors while helping a Class 6A Division I semifinalist.
Supporting details
These players span all position groups and several classification benchmarks: elite quarterbacks with dual-threat ability, running backs who put up high-yardage and touchdown totals, receivers with large catch and yardage totals, and linemen and defenders rated among the state’s best for their class. Several players already have Power Five commitments or invitations to national all-star games, which will shape recruiting narratives leading into their senior seasons.
Team context is also notable: DeSoto’s recent state title run and North Crowley’s undefeated championship season illustrate programs with championship pedigrees. Conversely, teams such as Lancaster and Cedar Hill show continuity and resilience by maintaining playoff appearances or attracting elite recruits despite recent struggles.
Season outlook
The 2025 schedule opens between August 28 and 30, with district play and playoffs to follow. Expect these 20 players to be central to playoff races across Class 6A districts, and to attract heavy college recruiting attention as the season progresses.
Background
Dallas-Fort Worth is regularly among the state’s most talent-rich metro areas. The region’s Class 6A athletes often feature among national rankings and all-star rosters, and the 2025 list continues that trend with several highly rated recruits and players who posted top area statistics in recent seasons. High school programs in this region combine athletic tradition, coaching continuity and recruiting footprints that connect to major college programs, producing both team success and individual college opportunities.
FAQ
Which players are listed as the top prospects in the Dallas area for 2025 Class 6A?
The list includes 20 players across quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, offensive linemen and defensive playmakers. Highlights are committed or pledged players to Tennessee, Pittsburgh, Notre Dame, SMU, Vanderbilt, Texas State, USC, Ohio State, Michigan, Texas, Texas A&M, Florida and Texas Tech.
When does the 2025 high school football season begin in the Dallas area?
The regular season is scheduled to start between August 28 and August 30.
Which players have the most notable statistics to watch?
Standouts include a quarterback who posted 3,899 passing yards and 40 TDs, a back with 2,204 rushing yards and 38 rushing TDs, a four-star rusher with 1,852 rushing yards and 28 rushing TDs, and multiple receivers with seasons of 1,000+ receiving yards.
How many of the listed players already have college commitments?
Many of the players have Power Five commitments or high-level college pledges. Colleges mentioned among commitments include Tennessee, Pittsburgh, Notre Dame, SMU, Vanderbilt, Texas State, USC, Ohio State, Michigan, Texas, Texas A&M, Florida and Texas Tech.
Are any teams noted for recent championships or deep playoff runs?
Yes. DeSoto recently captured a state title and posted a 26-3 record over the past stretch, while North Crowley produced a 16-0 championship season with a record 864 points scored. Other programs show consistent playoff appearances.
| School / Program | Primary position / Commitment | Key season stat(s) | Relative impact visual |
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| North Forney | QB (Tennessee pledge) | 1,852 rush yds; 28 rush TDs |
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| Southlake Carroll | QB (Pittsburgh commit) | 3,899 pass yds; 40 pass TDs; 667 rush yds; 14 rush TDs |
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| DeSoto | WR (USC commit) | 88 catches; 1,465 yds; 22 TDs (first two years) |
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| North Crowley | WR (transfer) | 68 catches; 1,640 yds; 14 TDs (freshman year) |
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| Various | OL / DL / LB recruits | Top-graded recruits: five-star OT, four-star OL (no sacks allowed), DLs with 22 TFL/8.5 sacks |
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- Dallas Observer: Top 5 North Texas High School Football Prospects
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- Wikipedia: High School Football
- Google Search: Texas High School Football
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