{"id":422531,"date":"2026-09-01T05:06:09","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T05:06:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/422531\/"},"modified":"2026-09-01T05:06:09","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T05:06:09","slug":"top-25-texas-high-school-football-state-week-2-rankings-aug-31-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/422531\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 25 Texas High School Football State Week 2 Rankings \u2014 Aug 31, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

The second ranking for the\u00a0Texas<\/a>\u00a0high school\u00a0football\u00a0<\/a>season is here.\u00a0<\/p>\n

There was a big shakeup from the preseason rankings as the top three teams lost in the opening week in UIL play. In fairness, all three losses were games that pitted top-10 ranked teams, so either way, there were good teams that were going to leave with a loss.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a look at who we think will be the Top 25 teams in the state heading into Week 2 for UIL teams and Week 3 for the private schools.<\/p>\n

TEXAS PRESEASON POLL<\/a>\u00a0|<\/p>\n

1. Galena Park North Shore (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 4<\/p>\n

The Mustangs blanked Lancaster last week, 35-0, and will travel to play in a college stadium this week.<\/p>\n

Up next: at John Curtis Christian, La., Sept. 4<\/p>\n

2. Southlake Carroll (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 5<\/p>\n

The first half last week was dominated by Jenks, Oklahoma. The Dragons rallied and escaped with a 34-33 win at The Cotton Bowl last Thursday. A big test looms this week.<\/p>\n

Up next: at North Crowley, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

3. Richmond Dr. Thomas E. Randle (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 6<\/p>\n

Texas pledge Landen Williams-Callis ran for 227 yards and 2 scores to help the Lions beat South Oak Cliff in a rematch of the past 2 state title games.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Spring Westfield, Sept. 3\u00a0<\/p>\n

4. Allen (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 7<\/p>\n

The Eagles got revenge for last year\u2019s semifinal game loss and beat Duncanville. No time to rest as a DeSoto team is coming to town next.<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. DeSoto, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

5. Duncanville (0-1)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 1<\/p>\n

The Panthers held to only 1 touchdown for the second straight game.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Cedar Hill, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

6. DeSoto (0-1)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 2<\/p>\n

The Class 6A Division II champions lost on ESPN last week and the school district offered an apology on Monday following backlast on social media about the trip to Florida.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: at Allen, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

7. Dallas South Oak Cliff (0-1)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 3<\/p>\n

The rematch with Richmond Dr. Thomas E. Randle went in favor of the Lions, 20-14. The Golden Bears have a week off before playing the defending Class 6A Division I champion.<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Galena Park North Shore, Sept. 12\u00a0<\/p>\n

8. Spring Branch Smithson Valley (0-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 8<\/p>\n

Weather called off a Week 1 game against Katy Cinco Ranch<\/p>\n

Up next: at San Antonio Sonia Sotomayor, Sept. 3<\/p>\n

9. Fort Worth North Crowley (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 9<\/p>\n

The Panthers opened up the DeMarcus Harris era by posting a 26-0 win over traditional power Aledo.<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. No. 2 Southlake Carroll, Sept. 4\u00a0<\/p>\n

10. Carthage (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 10<\/p>\n

A new cast at key positions on offense didn\u2019t show any sign of letup for the Bulldogs, winning 49-0 vs. Henderson\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Longview Pine Tree, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

11. Houston C.E. King (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 11<\/p>\n

The Panthers dropped 70 in a Week 1 win against Conroe. This offense could be really good.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: at Cypress Ranch, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

12. Stephenville (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 12<\/p>\n

The Yellow Jackets extended their win streak to 17 in a row after a 44-21 win against Midlothian Heritage.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: at Brownwood, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

13. Frisco Lone Star (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 14<\/p>\n

QB Trey Wright averaged 15.5 yards per carry and finished with 140 yards and 3 total touchdowns.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Philadelphia Simon Gratz, Sept. 3<\/p>\n

14. Waxahachie (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 19<\/p>\n

New coach Lawrence Williams saw his Indians roll, 72-14, in a Week 1 win vs. Ennis<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Coppell, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

15. Celina (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 17<\/p>\n

A new era in Bobcats football started with a close win, 21-19, against Houston Legacy School of Sports Sciences<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Argyle Liberty Christian, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

16. Melissa (11-3)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 23<\/p>\n

Facing a traditional strong team from Arkansas \u2014 Pulaski Academy \u2014 the Cardinals dominated and won 63-21. 6A school Denton Guyer visits this week<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Denton Guyer, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

17. The Woodlands College Park (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 24<\/p>\n

The Cavaliers posted a 38-10 win over previously-ranked Iowa Colony. A tough test is coming again in Week 2.<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Manvel, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

18. Coppell (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: NR<\/p>\n

The Cowboys will have to face one of the top teams in the state this week. They are coming off a 40-10 win over Carrollton Hebron.<\/p>\n

Up next: at No. 14 Waxahachie, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

19. Denton Guyer (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: NR<\/p>\n

The defensive front may be one of the best in the state. The Wildcats beat Rockwall-Heath, 45-20, in Week 1<\/p>\n

Up next: at No. 16 Melissa<\/p>\n

20. Katy (1-0)\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Tigers knocked off previously No. 25-ranked Humble Atascocita in a showdown of Houston-area powers in recent years.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: at Dickinson, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

21. Lewisville (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: NR<\/p>\n

The Fighting Farmers were in a shootout against Dallas Highland Park and racked up 56 points in a win in the Jerry Jones Classic.<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Trophy Club Byron Nelson, Sept.\u00a0<\/p>\n

22. Alvin Shadow Creek (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: NR\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Sharks upset previous No. 13-ranked Humble Summer Creek, 24-14.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: at No. 23 Fort Bend Ridge Point, Sept. 3<\/p>\n

23. Fort Bend Ridge Point (1-0)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: NR<\/p>\n

The Panthers beat the Gators from Dickinson in Week 1, 29-26. Brody Bartee threw for 417 yards and 3 TDs.<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. No. 22 Alvin Shadow Creek<\/p>\n

24. Aledo (0-1)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 16<\/p>\n

The entrance to 6A football led to the first shutout since 2003. How will the Bearcats bounce back?<\/p>\n

Up next: vs. Waco Midway, Sept.\u00a0<\/p>\n

25. Dallas Highland Park (0-1)<\/p>\n

Previous ranking: 20<\/p>\n

The new cast on defense allowed 56 points in Week 1. You can bet they will be better in Week 2.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Up next: at Rockwall-Heath, Sept. 4<\/p>\n

Dropped out<\/p>\n

No 13 Humble Summer Creek, No. 15 Fort Worth All Saints, No. 18 Argyle, No. 21 Dallas Parish Episcopal, No. 22 Iowa Colony, No. 25 Humble Atascocita<\/p>\n

Also considered<\/p>\n

San Antonio Claudia Taylor Johnson, Longview, Austin Westlake, Boerne, Austin Vandegrift \u00a0<\/p>\n

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