San Antonio, October 14, 2025
News Summary
As the Texas high school football regular season approaches the playoffs, Week 8 rankings reveal dominant performances from several top-ranked teams, with numerous shutouts and maintained unbeaten records among them. Key match results include Southlake Carroll, Aledo, and Celina each securing decisive victories this week, further shaping the postseason landscape. The competitiveness of the league is evident as teams strive for playoff positions, boosting excitement as district races tighten. Fans are encouraged to engage with upcoming games, including the KENS 5 Game of the Week featuring two undefeated teams.
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Key developments
The latest Week 8 high school football rankings across multiple classes in Texas show dominant performances, several shutouts and continued unbeaten records for several programs as the regular season heads toward playoffs. Top-ranked teams in Classes 6A, 5A Division I, 4A Division I and 2A Division I recorded decisive victories or remained idle while other ranked programs pulled out important wins. The upcoming postseason picture continues to take shape with district races tightening and standout performances drawing attention.
Class 6A rankings and Week 7 results
The Class 6A football rankings highlight:
- Southlake Carroll (1st, 7-0) defeated Northwest Eaton, 66-7.
- Allen (2nd, 6-0) won against Princeton, 62-14.
- Fort Bend Ridge Point (3rd, 7-0) achieved a significant victory over Fort Bend Dulles, winning 77-0.
- Lake Travis (4th, 6-0) triumphed over Del Valle, 56-14.
- Dickinson (5th, 6-0) was idle this week.
- Pearland (6th, 7-0) secured a win against Pasadena Dobie, 43-13.
- Prosper (7th, 6-0) defeated Plano, 45-14.
- Austin Westlake (8th, 5-1) won against Austin High, 58-14.
- Duncanville (9th, 3-1) overcame DeSoto, 48-28.
- Dripping Springs (10th, 7-0) won a close match against Austin Bowie, 28-21.
Class 5A Division I rankings and Week 7 results
The Class 5A Division I rankings include several unbeaten teams and strong showings from ranked programs:
- Aledo (1st, 7-0) defeated Granbury, 61-0.
- Frisco Lone Star (2nd, 6-0) was idle.
- Comal Smithson Valley (3rd, 5-1) won against SA Wagner, 48-7.
- Angleton (4th, 6-0) secured a victory over Friendswood, 41-6.
- Denton Ryan (5th, 5-1) achieved a win against NRH Richland, 30-21.
- Port Arthur Memorial (6th, 7-0) won over Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill, 34-6.
Class 4A Division I rankings and Week 7 results
- Celina (1st, 7-0) defeated Sulphur Springs, 38-14.
- Stephenville (2nd, 6-0) was idle.
- Kilgore (3rd, 6-1) won against Tyler Chapel Hill, 28-7.
- SA Davenport (4th, 7-0) triumphed over Fredericksburg, 23-0.
- Frisco Panther Creek (5th, 6-1) achieved a commanding victory against Nevada Community, 63-21.
Class 2A Division I rankings and Week 7 results
- Refugio (1st, 6-0) won against Santa Maria, 64-7.
- Ganado (2nd, 6-1) overcame Weimar, 49-8.
- Panhandle (3rd, 5-1) secured a win against Sanford-Fritch, 69-0.
- Frankston (4th, 6-0) won over Mildred, 32-6.
Notable results and context
Several ranked teams recorded lopsided scores and shutouts that reinforced their standing heading into district-deciding weeks. Multiple programs remain unbeaten, including several top-ranked teams across the classes listed above. The results reflect both established programs maintaining form and contenders emerging with momentum as the playoff push nears.
Game of the Week and fan participation
The upcoming KENS 5 Game of the Week features Canyon Lake vs. Somerset, both undefeated in district play. Fans encouraged to participate by sharing photos and videos through the KENS 5 app.
Season outlook
Week 7 match results include significant wins from several schools, showcasing the competitive nature of Texas high school football as playoff season nears. Teams that remained idle still hold positions in rankings, while others used Week 7 to improve seeding and strengthen postseason cases.
FAQ
Which teams are highlighted in the Class 6A football rankings?
The Class 6A football rankings highlight: Southlake Carroll (1st, 7-0) defeated Northwest Eaton, 66-7. Allen (2nd, 6-0) won against Princeton, 62-14. Fort Bend Ridge Point (3rd, 7-0) achieved a significant victory over Fort Bend Dulles, winning 77-0. Lake Travis (4th, 6-0) triumphed over Del Valle, 56-14. Dickinson (5th, 6-0) was idle this week. Pearland (6th, 7-0) secured a win against Pasadena Dobie, 43-13. Prosper (7th, 6-0) defeated Plano, 45-14. Austin Westlake (8th, 5-1) won against Austin High, 58-14. Duncanville (9th, 3-1) overcame DeSoto, 48-28. Dripping Springs (10th, 7-0) won a close match against Austin Bowie, 28-21.
What are the key results in Class 5A Division I?
The Class 5A Division I rankings: Aledo (1st, 7-0) defeated Granbury, 61-0. Frisco Lone Star (2nd, 6-0) was idle. Comal Smithson Valley (3rd, 5-1) won against SA Wagner, 48-7. Angleton (4th, 6-0) secured a victory over Friendswood, 41-6. Denton Ryan (5th, 5-1) achieved a win against NRH Richland, 30-21. Port Arthur Memorial (6th, 7-0) won over Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill, 34-6.
Which teams lead Class 4A Division I and 2A Division I?
Class 4A Division I leaders include: Celina (1st, 7-0) defeated Sulphur Springs, 38-14. Stephenville (2nd, 6-0) was idle. Kilgore (3rd, 6-1) won against Tyler Chapel Hill, 28-7. SA Davenport (4th, 7-0) triumphed over Fredericksburg, 23-0. Frisco Panther Creek (5th, 6-1) achieved a commanding victory against Nevada Community, 63-21. Class 2A Division I leaders include: Refugio (1st, 6-0) won against Santa Maria, 64-7. Ganado (2nd, 6-1) overcame Weimar, 49-8. Panhandle (3rd, 5-1) secured a win against Sanford-Fritch, 69-0. Frankston (4th, 6-0) won over Mildred, 32-6.
What is the upcoming featured game and how can fans participate?
The upcoming KENS 5 Game of the Week features Canyon Lake vs. Somerset, both undefeated in district play. Fans encouraged to participate by sharing photos and videos through the KENS 5 app.
Season snapshot
| Class | Top Team (Record) | Week 7 Result |
|---|---|---|
| 6A | Southlake Carroll (1st, 7-0) | Defeated Northwest Eaton, 66-7 |
| 5A Division I | Aledo (1st, 7-0) | Defeated Granbury, 61-0 |
| 4A Division I | Celina (1st, 7-0) | Defeated Sulphur Springs, 38-14 |
| 2A Division I | Refugio (1st, 6-0) | Won against Santa Maria, 64-7 |
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