Week 4 of the Southwest Region football season delivered a dramatic shift in the rankings, as Allen, Texas, surged to the top spot with a commanding 50‑6 victory over DeSoto, improving to a perfect 2‑0 record.
Week 4 Rankings Overview
Texas programs have entrenched themselves at the pinnacle of the poll, occupying the first five positions and a total of 13 teams within the top 15. Allen’s Ty Snell threw for 169 yards and four touchdowns, while Guyer’s Carter Morgan posted 238 passing yards and a score in a 27‑9 win over Melissa. Waxahachie’s Taylen Strange rushed for 136 yards and three touchdowns in a 27‑24 triumph over Coppell, and Duncanville’s Brayden Arnold exploded for 322 yards on the ground in a 34‑7 victory over Cedar Hill.
Regional Upsets and Standout Performances
The week produced a series of surprising results that reshaped the leaderboard. North Shore’s ground attack generated 210 yards and three touchdowns in a 27‑17 win over John Curtis Christian, while Bixby (OK) overwhelmed Stillwater 56‑28 with 221 rushing yards and six scores. In Colorado, Cherry Creek (Greenwood Village) cruised past Ralston Valley 38‑7, with Bentley Unruh throwing for 107 yards and three touchdowns. Valor Christian fell 38‑22 to Mater Dei despite Titus Huard’s 202‑yard, three‑touchdown effort, and Benton (AK) edged Bryant (AK) 43‑42 before a week-long hiatus.
Traditional powerhouses such as C.E. King, DeSoto, Owasso and Southlake Carroll dropped out of the rankings after losses, while new contenders like North Shore and Bixby solidified their 2‑0 records. The region’s volatility, marked by narrow margins and unexpected outcomes, underscores a highly competitive start to the season.