The excitement of high school football continues in San Antonio as Week 2 brings a series of highly anticipated matchups featuring state-ranked teams. Among these is the Game of the Week, where No. 13 Warren faces off against No. 16 Medina Valley. However, the spotlight also shines on several other competitive games that promise to deliver thrilling action.
One of the standout games this week is the clash between No. 1 Johnson and No. 23 Austin Vandegrift, scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday. Johnson, ranked No. 9 in the Class 6A state rankings, is eager to bounce back after their season opener against Judson was cut short due to severe weather, leaving them with an incomplete game. The Jaguars, who have won 14 consecutive regular-season games, will be tested against Vandegrift, who comes off a hard-fought 28-21 overtime victory against Brennan. Johnson’s offense, led by quarterback Elvis Estrada and bolstered by running back Noah Cartwright, who rushed for 80 yards on just seven carries, is looking to make a statement in this first-ever meeting between the two schools.
Another exciting matchup features No. 3 Steele, who is set to take on Humble Atascocita at 6 p.m. on Saturday. Steele, currently ranked No. 17 in the state, is coming off a dominant 52-21 win over Reagan, where junior running back Liam Jones shone brightly, rushing for 154 yards and scoring three touchdowns. The Knights face Atascocita, which is ranked No. 25 in Class 6A and is looking to recover from a 28-17 loss to Katy. This game marks the first meeting between Steele and Atascocita, and both teams will be looking to establish their presence early in the season.
In another critical matchup, Brennan will face Reagan at 7:30 p.m. on Friday at Farris Stadium, with both teams seeking to avoid an 0-2 start. Brennan, currently ranked No. 5, fell to Vandegrift in their opener despite holding a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter. The Bears' junior running back, Jayshawn Mitchell, emerged as a star in the loss, rushing for 153 yards and scoring three touchdowns, drawing attention from major college programs. Reagan, ranked No. 12, also seeks to improve after a tough loss to Steele, where they struggled offensively in the second half. Historically, Brennan has the edge in this rivalry, having won the last three encounters and leading the all-time series 6-4.
Thursday night will see Smithson Valley take on Sotomayor at 7 p.m. at Farris Stadium. Smithson Valley, ranked No. 2 in the Express-News and Class 5A Division I, scored on their opening drive before their game was halted by storms. Coach Larry Hill is just three wins shy of the Greater San Antonio record for career victories. Sotomayor, ranked No. 19, comes off a strong 17-0 win against Clark, showcasing a formidable rushing attack led by Isaiah Pena and Xavier Victor.
Finally, Somerset will visit Alamo Heights at 7 p.m. on Friday, featuring standout receivers Malakai Iverson and Landon Balldin. Iverson, a junior for Somerset, had an impressive start with four catches for 107 yards and a touchdown in their victory over Southside. Meanwhile, Balldin, a senior for Alamo Heights, contributed to his team's 43-14 win against Pieper with five receptions for 104 yards and a touchdown. This matchup promises to be an exciting showcase of talent as both teams look to build on their early-season successes.
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