North Texas High School Football Stars Shine in Playoff Quarterfinals

Week 14 of the Texas high school football playoffs concluded last weekend. The quarterfinal round saw incredible performances across the Dallas and North Texas region. Several standout players have been nominated for Player of the Week honors.

The voting is now open to the public. Fans can choose from a list of athletes who delivered in crucial playoff wins. This local spotlight complements the statewide player of the week selections.

Meet the Week 14 Nominees and Their Stellar Performances

Luke Biagini from Celina powered his team forward. The senior running back rushed for 122 yards and three touchdowns in a win over Alvarado.

Gunter’s sophomore quarterback, Knox Gage, was flawless. He completed all ten of his pass attempts for 120 yards and three scores. His precision helped secure a dominant quarterfinal victory.

Mason Landers of Grandview delivered a five-touchdown masterpiece. The junior quarterback threw for 198 yards and three scores. He also ran for 117 yards and two more touchdowns.

The Defensive Standouts and Championship Game Heroes

Defensive plays were equally critical in Week 14. Brock senior Colt Matlock, a UTEP signee, made two key interceptions. His efforts stifled the opponent’s offense and fueled his team’s win.

In a TAPPS state championship game, Hudson Reasor shined for Fort Worth All Saints. The senior receiver caught six passes for 66 yards. Three of those catches resulted in touchdowns.

Dallas South Oak Cliff linebacker Jamari Stewart anchored a shutout win. The senior recorded twelve tackles and a sack. His relentless defense propelled his team into the next round.

The race for Dallas/North Texas Player of the Week is highly competitive. These athletes defined the quarterfinal round with clutch performances. Community voting will decide who earns the weekly honor.

Info at your fingertips

Who won the Player of the Week award last week?

George Anagnostis from Dallas First Baptist won the previous poll. The junior earned the honor with 54.77% of the total fan vote.

When does voting close for this week’s poll?

Voting remains open until Monday, December 15th. The cutoff time is 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time that night.

How many times can a person vote?

Fan voting is wide open with no limits on votes per person. Supporters are encouraged to vote often and share the poll on social media.

How can I nominate a player for future weeks?

Nominations can be sent via social media. You can tweet or message reporter Cody Thorn on the platform formerly known as Twitter.

Where can I find statewide player of the week results?

Statewide honors are handled separately by analyst Bob Lundeberg. Those results are typically published on the High School on SI platform.