Texas high school football’s playoff picture is taking shape, with several key district games set to reshape the race for first place and postseason positioning. Undefeated teams, district contenders and rivalry storylines headline the slate.

By the Numbers
  • Arlington Martin is 7-0 and has matched its combined win total from the previous two seasons.
  • Argyle has won 7 straight games; No. 5-ranked Timberview is also 7-0.
  • Prosper quarterback Tyler Alberts has thrown for 1,581 yards and 21 touchdowns.
  • Ennis and Timberview are both 4-0 in district play.
  • Martin is 16-6 against Lamar dating back to 2004.
Yes, But

Records don’t tell the whole story: several matchups feature teams with uneven overall seasons but strong district records, while injuries and eligibility questions could shift the balance. Colleyville Heritage’s game at Argyle grew more uncertain after Hayes Hackney was ruled ineligible, and Lewisville is awaiting word on Laykon Brassfield’s appeal.

State of Play
  • Ennis-Timberview is a showdown for first place in District 7-5A Division II.
  • Duncanville and Waxahachie are both 3-1 in district play and will battle for sole possession of second place.
  • Lewisville is 3-0 in District 5-6A and has won all four games since Brassfield was ruled ineligible.
  • Martin is undefeated; Lamar is competing for the district’s final playoff spot.
What's Next

The featured games could tighten district races and clarify playoff positioning. Results will be especially consequential in districts where teams are tied or separated by a single game.

Bottom Line

With the season at its midpoint, every district matchup matters: contenders have a chance to strengthen their path to the playoffs, while a loss could leave little room for error.