North Texas Top 40: 2025 Football Power Rankings
The Standard at the Top (1–8)
At the very top sits a familiar powerhouse — and behind them, nothing but proven winners.
Top 8 Teams
DeSoto Eagles
Southlake Carroll Dragons
Duncanville Panthers
South Oak Cliff
Frisco Lone Star
North Crowley
Allen Eagles
Aledo Bearcats
This group defines what elite looks like in North Texas. State titles, deep playoff runs, reflects their amazing seasons, NFL-caliber talent, and programs built to reload every season.
Championship DNA & Rising Contenders (9–16)
These programs sit just outside the top tier, had great playoff runs, and are great contenders for next season.
Top 16 Teams
Waxahachie Indians
Denton Guyer
Prosper Eagles
Celina Bobcats
Argyle Eagles
Melissa Cardinals
Denton Ryan Raiders
Coppell Cowboys
This tier blends championship experience with momentum. Programs like Argyle, Celina, and Melissa continue to dominate at their levels, while Guyer, and Prosper remain constant threats against anyone on the schedule.
Battle-Tested & Dangerous (17–24)
Don’t let the rankings fool you — this is where the margins get razor thin.
Top 24 Teams
Lewisville Fighting Farmers
Walnut Grove Wildcats
Highland Park Scots
Forney Jackrabbits
Alvarado Indians
Brock Eagles
Rockwall-Heath Hawks
Terrell Tigers
These teams are built on discipline, physicality, and systems that travel well into the postseason. Several of these programs have the pieces to upset anyone ranked above them on the right night.
Depth That Separates North Texas (25–32)
North Texas depth shows up here — strong programs, tough districts, and little separation week to week.
Top 32 Teams
Anna Coyotes
Cedar Hill Longhorns
Rockwall Yellowjackets
Midlothian Heritage
Sulphur Springs
Parish Episcopal
Lewisville Hebron Hawks
Frisco Panther Creek
These are programs were capable of making playoff runs with the right matchups — and several are on the cusp of breaking into the next tier.
Programs on the Rise (33–40)
Rounding out the list are teams that continue to trend upward — battle-tested, hungry, and ready to disrupt.
Top 40 Teams
Springtown Porcupines
Lake Ridge Eagles
Mansfield Timberview
Lake Highlands
Colleyville Heritage
Mansfield Summit
Frisco Wakeland
South Grand Prairie
This season, teams from this tier made unexpected runs. Don’t be surprised when a few of these programs push well past expectations in 2025.
Final Word
This list isn’t just about rankings — it’s about North Texas football culture.
Friday nights here mean packed stadiums, future college stars, and programs built on pride and tradition. From the championship winners to the teams fighting for respect, this 2025 season shaped up to be another unforgettable chapter.
Every game is a story.
Every play is a thread.
This is North Texas football.
— Pitch Threads