Rising Stars to Watch
The upcoming 2026 Texas high school football season is already generating buzz as coaches and analysts turn their attention to the players who dominated the statistical leaderboards a year ago. From prolific quarterbacks to relentless pass rushers, the returning leaders promise to reshape the competitive landscape across the Houston area and beyond.
Among the most watched quarterbacks is Lincoln Frazier, a sophomore from Willis who threw for 4,232 yards and 43 touchdowns last season, a performance that placed him at the top of the passing charts. Fellow signal‑callers Lorenzo Aguirre of Dickinson and Noah Spinks from Summer Creek also posted identical touchdown totals of 43, with Aguirre reaching 3,410 yards and Spinks accumulating 3,690, underscoring a deep pool of experienced talent at the helm.
Quarterback Dominance
Among the most watched quarterbacks is Lincoln Frazier, a sophomore from Willis who threw for 4,232 yards and 43 touchdowns last season, a performance that placed him at the top of the passing charts. Fellow signal‑callers Lorenzo Aguirre of Dickinson and Noah Spinks from Summer Creek also posted identical touchdown totals of 43, with Aguirre reaching 3,410 yards and Spinks accumulating 3,690, underscoring a deep pool of experienced talent at the helm.
On the offensive side of the ball, Landen Williams‑Callis, a senior running back from Randle, surged ahead with 3,502 rushing yards and 59 touchdowns, establishing himself as the premier ground‑gainer to watch. His blend of speed and vision has made him a focal point for opposing defenses seeking to contain his impact.
Running Back Powerhouses
Landen Williams‑Callis, a senior running back from Randle, surged ahead with 3,502 rushing yards and 59 touchdowns, establishing himself as the premier ground‑gainer to watch. His blend of speed and vision has made him a focal point for opposing defenses seeking to contain his impact.
Receiving Threats
In the receiving game, Artavion Davis, a senior from Milby, led all pass catchers with 1,602 yards and 22 touchdowns, a combination of size and route precision that has drawn praise from college scouts. His ability to stretch the field adds a dynamic threat that complements the strong quarterback play already evident in the preseason analyses.
Defensive Standouts
Defensively, the standout performances were equally compelling. Javeon Taylor of North Forest recorded 26 sacks and nine interceptions, while Peter Dorsey, a junior from Wheatley, topped the tackle‑for‑loss chart with 43 entries. Kaden McCarty from Cypress Falls contributed 12 sacks and 26 tackles for loss, and Cayden Williams of Willis led the team with 150 tackles, highlighting a breadth of talent across the defensive line and secondary.