Class 5A Games

Region I DFW Games

Burleson (4-5A, 0-0) vs. Arlington Seguin (15-4A, 0-0) -- Burleson gets a chance to start out the season like they did last year with a victory. Arlington Seguin has yet to have a statement victory, but I think they have the defense with Burleson's lack of returning starters on the offense to create a mismatch. I think it is a small upset, by Seguin by a touchdown.
Matt's Pick: Arlington Seguin

Mansfield (4-5A, 0-0) vs. Haltom (5-5A, 0-0) -- Both teams are looking to improve last year. Even though Mansfield technically Is an underdog, they are a team that will significantly jump up with the first revision of the rankings at the end of this weekend, and I think they will have an undefeated record to back up that jump. Haltom will run and control the clock, but not consistently drive against Mansfield. Tigers by 17.
Matt's Pick: Mansfield

Midland Lee (3-5A, 0-0) vs. North Crowley (4-5A, 0-0) -- Last year, North Crowley got run out of the building by a Midland team that wasn't nearly as good as Midland Lee. This year, it could be more of the same. In one of the several battles between 4-5A and 3-5A, 3-5A should be a prohibitive favorite in this one. Look for Lee to win by 20.
Matt's Pick: Midland Lee

Abilene Cooper (3-5A, 0-0) vs. Weatherford (4-5A, 0-0) -- Both teams had great things to take away from the scrimmage, but I think Cooper is more apt to do it against other teams. Weatherford will put together a couple good defensive stands with their stud defensive line, but Abilene Cooper will run it right up the middle and win this game by 17 points.
Matt's Pick: Abilene Cooper

Granbury (4-5A, 0-0) vs. Cleburne (8-4A, 0-0) -- The Pirates have the chance to start the season out right with a solid victory over an improving Cleburne team. I don't think Cleburne has improved enough to mask the depth advantage that even a small (for 5A standards) Granbury squad will have. I think Steven Darrow is the difference as Granbury wins by 9.
Matt's Pick: Granbury

Mansfield Summit (4-5A, 0-0) vs. Arlington High (8-5A, 0-0) -- My new theory of the importance of quarterbacks may be upset by this game - but it exists enough to put an UPSETWATCH on this game. Arlington's best returning player is its quarterback, and Mansfield Summit has to replace a UT commit with a wide receiver. Arlington is competitive but their defense gives up too much. 35-31 type of score for this one for Summit.
Matt's Pick: Mansfield Summit

Colleyville Heritage (5-5A, 0-0) vs. Cedar Hill (8-5A, 0-0) -- I expect this to be a scoring fest -- for at least the first quarter. Perhaps a 14-14 first quarter score - but then, Cedar Hill buckles down and puts the beatdown on Colleyville. I think Cedar Hill may throw up 40 by late in the 3rd, and then the 2nd team comes in and gives up a score for a 45-21 final.
Matt's Pick: Cedar Hill

The Colony (9-4A, 0-0) vs. Richland (5-5A, 0-0) -- The quarterback position are huge questions for both teams. In typical The Colony fashion, they ran away another coach with a pretty good quarterback, but some argue that the incumbant quarterback was better. Richland will have to replace Joe Kemp. I think Richland's defense is the key in this contest, and Richland keeps The Colony under 14 in a 21-13 type of score.
Matt's Pick: Richland

Lewisville (6-5A, 0-0) vs. Grand Prairie (7-5A, 0-0) -- When one thinks back to the good old days of Fighting Farmer football, one would think of a smothering defense and a methodical offense. This team could have that combination - even with the spread instead of the wishbone. Lewisville should show why they will be a threat in district with a convincing 10-13 point victory over Grand Prairie to start the season.
Matt's Pick: Lewisville

RL Turner (6-5A, 0-0) vs. McKinney North (9-4A, 0-0) -- This could be a possible upset. How far has McKinney North fallen from last season? Their 49-0 loss in a full game scrimmage to Sherman didn't seem to inspire much confidence, despite their preseason #13 ranking. I bet this game is much closer than anyone would think, but I believe McKinney North wins by 10.
Matt's Pick: McKinney North

Irving Nimitz (7-5A, 0-0) vs. Carrollton Creekview (6-5A, 0-0) -- Injuries have been a real problem with Creekview this season, and I think in the first game, Nimitz will be able to capitalize on that. Creekview's thin depth will show in this game, and Nimitz will wear down Creekview. Field position and turnovers are the keys in this game. Nimitz wins a 13-10 type of game.
Matt's Pick: Irving Nimitz

S. Grand Prairie (7-5A, 0-0) vs. Plano West (9-5A, 0-0) -- S. Grand Prairie and Plano West played an exciting game last year that went down to the final minutes. Plano West's offense is almost brand new, but SGP's defense is very experienced. I think that matchup gives SGP the slight edge in this game. SGP holds Plano West to a 28-17 type of win for SGP.
Matt's Pick: S. Grand Prairie

Irving (7-5A, 0-0) vs. Arlington Lamar (8-5A, 0-0) -- Irving will probably win a game this year, but I don't think it will be this one. Arlington Lamar has enough size and depth to push around Irving's defense - and Irving's offense has yet to have a solid running back come in and eat up the yards like is needed in Coach Bennett's offense. Lamar wins by 17 points.
Matt's Pick: Arlington Lamar

Jesuit (7-5A, 0-0) vs. Bishop Lynch (Private, 0-0) -- This game was so intense for awhile, the adminstrators had to shut it down. It is back, and at Haggar Stadium, it should be an intimate and intense atmosphere. Jesuti is playing at the highest level and has drawn the private school athlete depth that want to play at that level. Jesuit should be good enough to win by 10.
Matt's Pick: Jesuit

Naaman Forest (10-5A, 0-0) vs. Sam Houston (8-5A, 0-0) -- It doesn't get much closer in the rankings than Sam Houston and Naaman Forest. Sam Houston losing their running back really hurt, and early in the season, Naaman Forest bringing back Levi Keefer at quarterback makes a huge difference. Naaman finds a way to win this game by 10 points.
Matt's Pick: Naaman Forest

Region II DFW Games

Mesquite Horn (12-5A, 0-0) vs. Richardson Berkner (9-5A, 0-0) -- This has the makings to be a very competitive game. Richardson Berkner is just going to have too many horses when all is said and done with this game. I expect a game that scores touchdowns that focuses on defenes while both teams try to get off on a good start. I think Berkner wins a 21-7 type of game.
Matt's Pick: Richardson Berkner

Plano (9-5A, 0-0) vs. Mesquite (12-5A, 0-0) -- This is a great game which Plano beat Mesquite straight up on last year with both teams being pretty healthy. Both teams return significant starters. I think this is a game where home field advantage at a new John Clark makes Plano better than it actually is. In an upset, I like Plano to win with a 4th quarter drive to break a 17-17 tie. Plano wins 24-17 in an upset.
Matt's UPSET Pick: Plano

Lake Highlands (9-5A, 0-0) vs. Tyler Lee (12-5A, 0-0) -- In the third game of 12-5A vs. 9-5A, Lake Highlands gets Tyler Lee at home to avenge last season's loss. I do think this will be competitive for the first half of the game, but Tyler Lee's size will wear down Lake Highlands in the third and Tyler Lee puts them away in the fourth quarter by 7 points.
Matt's Pick: Lake Highlands

Allen (9-5A, 0-0) vs. Garland (10-5A, 0-0) -- Garland has had Allen's number the past couple of years. What makes this an intrieguing game is that Allen brings back, arguably even more than Southlake, the most explosive returning offense in the area. Huge questionmarks on defense. Garland brings back one of the best defenses, but huge questions on offense. Allen's defense answers late to win a 42-35 type of game.
Matt's Pick: Allen

Waco (16-4A, 0-0) vs. Wylie (9-5A, 0-0) -- Wide Awake Wylie is in for a thrashing on Saturday afternoon at the HEB classic. Waco, a team that is quite honestly pissed off after losing in the state championship will take out 8 months of frustration on Wylie. Waco's defense will be smothering and the offense will run wild. Waco wins by 31.
Matt's Pick: Waco

Frisco (9-4A, 0-0) vs. Lakeview Centennial (10-5A, 0-0) -- After Frisco clobbered Lakeview Centennial this past season, it would go to show that Frisco would be a huge favorite. I think Frisco's team last year was more of an abberation and not a trend. I think Lakeview Centennial, in a minor upset, pulls off a single digit margin victory.
Matt's Pick: Lakeview Centennial

North Mesquite (12-5A, 0-0) vs. North Garland (10-5A, 0-0) -- The nucleus of North Garland's chances this year will be how well their young sophomores mesh with the seniors. North Mesquite already had that solid nucleus, so they should have their way with North Garland. In Coach Robinson's first game, North Mesquite should have an easy three touchdown victory in a 42-21 type of game.
Matt's Pick: North Mesquite

Rowlett (10-5A, 0-0) vs. Fossil Ridge (6-4A, 0-0) -- This game goes immediately on upset watch. With Rowlett having a good group of players back and Fossil Ridge losing their running back, Fossil Ridge might be just ripe for an upset. Rowlett is an improved team this season, but I don't think they will have the offensive line to compete with Ridge's defensive line. Fossil Ridge wins in a close one by 8.
Matt's Pick: Fossil Ridge

South Garland (10-5A, 0-0) vs. Temple (13-5A, 0-0) -- South Garland gets a bit of a reprieve not having to play Waco High in the first game. Waco and Temple swap opponents. South Garland should be able to roll over Temple. Temple did a major overhaul of their coaching staff and will be better, but not good enough to stay within 21 points of a very athletic South Garland team.
Matt's Pick: South Garland

Midland (3-5A, 0-0) vs. Rockwall (10-5A, 0-0) -- Rockwall should have an easy time with Midland - even on the road. Midland is one of the lower tier teams in 3-5A, and Rockwall will have a chance to defend the metroplex honorably. Midland is a solid program, but Rockwall starts out the season with a 21 point victory over Midland High.
Matt's Pick: Rockwall

Kimball (0-0, 14-4A) vs. Dallas Carter (0-0, 11-5A) -- This should be an excellent game as always. Carter has a bit of an unknown to it - other than the fact several people have told me they have a deep senior class this season. Kimball has returning talent - much more than Carter - and they played Carter close last year. In my first upset pick of the season, I look for Kimball to take out Carter by a touchdown.
Matt's UPSET Pick: Kimball

North Dallas (0-0, 13-4A) vs. Molina (0-0, 11-5A) -- Molina had a great season last year - starting the season 4-0 including a convincing win over Molina. Molina is returning significant starters - but they have yet to have a real significant skill player step up. This makes the score a little closer than otherwise it would be, but Molina is a heavy favorite - at least three touchdowns.
Matt's Pick: Molina

Sunset (0-0, 11-5A) vs. Spruce (0-0, 13-4A) -- This is a very interesting game. Sunset has a solid player like Rossun Johnson which will lead the team in games like this. Spruce has more overall depth but it is lacking the star player. In a game early, depth should take over - but since I am going on a limb to say Sunset makes the playoffs, I have to support them in their first game. Sunset by 8 points
Matt's Pick: Sunset

Samuell (0-0, 13-4A) vs. Bryan Adams (0-0, 11-5A) -- Samuell has some solid athletes this season, and Bryan Adams has some good coaching. Samuell's solid athletic team should have its way with Bryan Adams. This game might even get ugly. I look for Samuell to win this game by at least 3 touchdowns - possibly four touchdowns in a statement game.
Matt's Pick: Samuell

Lancaster (0-0, 15-4A) vs. WT White (0-0, 11-5A) -- Despite having one of the better classes that WT White has ever had, they will need a miracle and a perfect game to even be within a touchdown of Lancaster. Lancaster has size, speed and confidence they can win this game. It is a dangerous combination for a team like Lancaster. The Tigers win in a big blowout - by at least 28.
Matt's Pick: Lancaster

Class 4A Games

Region I DFW Games

Hillcrest (0-0, 13-4A) vs. Sherman (0-0, 5-4A) -- A couple of years ago, this was a pretty solid matchup. This year, Sherman is far and away the better team. This game gets ugly by halftime and even uglier by the end of the game. Sherman's size and speed will be too much as Hillcrest has some skill players. Look for a 42-14 type of game in Sherman's favor with the second team getting considerable time.
Matt's Pick: sherman

Denison (5-4A, 0-0) vs. Greenville (10-4A, 0-0) -- Denison had a solid scrimmage, and they are starting a lot of youth this season. Greenville has a lot of talent, and Greenville has had a couple of great scrimmages as well. I think this could have the potential to go either way, but I really like Greenville to win this game by at least 10 points to kick off their season.
Matt's Pick: Greenville

FW Western Hills (7-4A, 0-0) vs. Denton (5-4A, 0-0) -- This game has been a solid game as of late. Denton and Western Hills have had several entertaining battles over the last several years. This one, I do not think will be as entertaining. I think Denton will have the talent advantage and put away Western Hills in the third quarter - and will ultimately end up with a 20 point victory.
Matt's Pick: Denton

Red Oak (15-4A, 0-0) vs. Denton Guyer (5-4A, 0-0) -- Denton Guyer has not won a varsity game in its history. I think that changes against Red Oak. A new coach and a new system, meanwhile Guyer has plenty of players returning - I think for this week, they have the skill players and personnel to put it to Red Oak. I think it will be close, but Guyer wins late.
Matt's Pick: Denton Guyer

Wichita Falls (5-4A, 0-0) vs. Sweetweater (7-3A, 0-0) -- Sweetwater is a solid 3A team, but they are in a different category than Wichita Falls - and not a good type of category. Wichita Falls should have a huge night - the skill players will shine, and look for the Coyotes to put up 40 against a smaller 3A defense.
Matt's Pick: Wichita Falls

WF Rider (5-4A, 0-0) vs. Wolfforth Frenship (4-4A, 0-0) -- Many people call this the game of the week. It has the potential to be good, but I do think Rider's offense will expose Frenship's defense. Several individuals in the Waco pressbox mentioned that if Frenship gets down, they may mail it in - which was posited in Frenship's last game against Waco. I think Rider jumps out early and holds on to a 14 point convincing win.
Matt's Pick: WF Rider

Aledo (8-4A, 0-0) vs. FW Brewer (6-4A, 0-0) -- This game could get ugly before it gets better. Aledo's defense could pitch a shutout, and their offense could put up 40 points. Those two factors probably make the Brewer coach a little restless tonight. Aledo should win this game by at least 5 touchdowns.
Matt's Pick: Aledo

Alvarado (8-4A, 0-0) vs. Birdville (6-4A, 0-0) -- Birdville will struggle against physical defensive lines with speedy rushers. That blueprint does not exist in Alvarado. Birdville should have its way and has enough of a talent gap to win this game by at least three touchdowns.
Matt's Pick: Birdville

Azle (6-4A, 0-0) vs. FW Arlington Heights (7-4A, 0-0) -- Arlington Heights has looked very beatable - and despite Azle not having solid talent this year, I do believe they will have enough to up-end Arlington Heights. There may be a small shift in the power in 7-4A, and Azle may expose that with a 15-18 point victory against Arlington Heights.
Matt's Pick: Azle

Mineral Wells (8-4A, 0-0) vs. Springton (6-4A, 0-0) -- Mineral Wells may be an above average team in an above average district which might make it an average team. With that, I think it will look to build momentum within its non-district games. This is a winnable game for Mineral Wells, and I expect them to take this game by about 17 points.
Matt's Pick: Mineral Wells

Saginaw (6-4A, 0-0) vs. FW South Hills (7-4A, 0-0) -- Saginaw starts its darkhorse year against South Hills. Look for Saginaw's air game to put some distance between it and the Scorpions. Saginaw may be pretty good this year, and they should set the temp with a big win against South Hills.
Matt's Pick: Saginaw

Adamson (0-0, 14-4A) vs. FW Carter Riverside (0-0, 7-4A) -- Carter Riverside started last season by blowing out Adamson. This year, Adamson returns significant starters and a pretty good running back. In this type of game, a player like Deaires Lynn can make the difference. Look for Adamson to avenge last year's loss in a big win - Adamson by two touchdowns.
Matt's Pick: Adamson

Kennedale (12-3A, 0-0) vs. Everman (8-4A, 0-0) -- Everman shook off the Kennedale curse in a big way last season. This season, I expect more of the same. Look for a big explosive first half and a pedestrian second half. Everman by 35 plus points.
Matt's Pick: Everman

Region II DFW Games

Terrell (10-4A, 0-0) vs. Lake Dallas (9-4A, 0-0) -- Lake Dallas graduated their best senior class in a long time and Terrell is a team on the way up. Lake Dallas will get to reveal their always tough defense this season - and it will have some great talent. Terrell could surprise some teams this year, but I don't think it will be against Lake Dallas. It is closer - but Lake Dallas wins by 17.
Matt's Pick: Lake Dallas

Sanger (8-3A, 0-0) vs. Little Elm (9-4A, 0-0) -- On paper, this is an extreme mismatch. Little Elm has huge firepower, and our resident 3A guru thinks very little of Sanger this season. I tend to agree. Little Elm puts up their first game of 40 plus points, and their defense keeps Sanger under two touchdowns for a very convincing opening season victory.
Matt's Pick: Little Elm

Sulphur Springs (11-4A, 0-0) vs. McKinney (9-4A, 0-0) -- Sulphur Springs is not a very good team this season, and McKinney will have to adapt with youth taking over. My new focus is that teams that tend to excel tend to have great quarterbacks these days, and McKinney's sophomore phenom has been playing baseball through this week. I think if played later, McKinney would win - but in week 0 - Sulphur by 18.
Matt's Pick: Sulphur Springs

West Mesquite (10-4A, 0-0) vs. Corsicana (15-4A, 0-0) -- Corsicana is a team that has several great receivers - including Omarius Hines, who can change a game. Their scrimmage did not inspire much confidence. I think with West Mesquite being on the rise, we see a small upset at home. Look for West Mesquite to win this game by less than a touchdown.
Matt's Pick: West Mesquite

Forney (10-4A, 0-0) vs. Whitehouse (12-4A, 0-0) -- Whitehouse played Forney in the East Texas classic, and it was a competitive game. Forney this year is expected to be much better - and beating Whitehouse could jump them up in the ratings. Whitehouse just returns too much, and although in Forney it will be a competitive game, Whitehouse should win by 10 points.
Matt's Pick: Whitehouse

Highland Park (10-4A, 0-0) vs. Waxahachie (15-4A, 0-0) -- This should be a great game to end the Tom Landry Classic. Waxahachie is a team that may be on the way down according to Little Matt - but on paper, with a returning quarterback, they should have an early advantage. i like for Waxahachie to hold a lead through three quarters, but Highland Park's discipline wears them down for a very close 3-7 point victory.
Matt's Pick: Highland Park

Seagoville (0-0, 14-4A) vs. Thomas Jefferson (0-0, 13-4A) -- This game starts off the season - and although they are only three spots away in the big picture, there is a significant gap between #62 and #65. Seagoville doesn't have as good of a team as last season, but they are much better than Thomas Jefferson. Look for Seagoville to win by 4 touchdowns.
Matt's Pick: Seagoville

Woodrow Wilson (0-0, 13-4A) vs. Atlanta (0-0, 15-3A) -- Atlanta, or Phatlanta as we like to call it to Josh Ellis, has started to run the spread offense - for the first time in the history of the school. There will be some adjustment period for Atlanta to get things going well - and playing a speedy defense will not help. This game gets ugly - and I look for Atlanta to get shut out 35-0.
Matt's Pick: Woodrow Wilson

Pinkston (0-0, 14-4A) vs. Bishop Dunne (0-0, Private) -- Pinkston has some great athletes, and even though they don't have the depth to be a solid 4A squad, they should have the talent to out run a private school team. Look for Nathan Sowells to have a big game as Pinkston should get by Bishop Dunne - despite a so-so defense. Pinkston by 14.
Matt's Pick: Pinkston

South Oak Cliff (0-0, 14-4A) vs. Madison (0-0, 11-3A) -- South Oak Cliff has a great offense and defensive line and it is the strength of their team. Madison graduated a great offensive and defensive line and that is where the questions will be for Madison this season. Early in the season, this should give South Oak Cliff a significant advantage. SOC by 17.
Matt's Pick: South Oak Cliff

Class 3A Games

Region I DFW Games

Altus (Out of State) vs. Vernon (6-3A, 0-0) -- Vernon will be a bit down this season, but they are going to be good enough to beat Altus in the battle of US-283.
Matt's Pick: Vernon

Decatur (8-3A, 0-0) vs. Burkburnett (6-3A, 0-0) -- The only sure bet in 6-3A is that Burkburnett will probably finish last in that killer district. Decatur should have its way with them - by at least 24.
Matt's Pick: Decatur

FW Diamond Hill Jarvis (11-3A, 0-0) vs. WF Hirschi (6-3A, 0-0) -- This game used to be a game to determine who will win a game - with Hirschi's resurgence - it's just a blowout. Hirschi by 35.
Matt's Pick: WF Hirschi

Iowa Park (6-3A, 0-0) vs. Argyle (8-3A, 0-0) -- Iowa Park will give argyle a little bit of a taste of West Texas and a first round opposition. Argyle has a great passing attack and they should have a good defensive test, but they should win by two touchdowns.
Matt's Pick: Argyle

Bowie (8-3A, 0-0) vs. Whitewright (14-2A, 0-0) -- Whitewright has had some solid consistency in the 2A ranks. Bowie's consistency has been consistently bad. Look for Whitewright to handle them fairly easily.
Matt's Pick: Whitewright

Gainesville (8-3A, 0-0) vs. Paris (11-4A, 0-0) -- Both teams have gotten significantly better - unfortunately, Paris was 20 points better last year and they will be about the same this year.
Matt's Pick: Paris

Region II DFW Games

Celina (9-3A, 0-0) vs. Robinson (17-3A, 0-0) -- Both teams made it to the state championship game last season - but both teams came up a little short. Straight up, Celina should be the better of the two teams by at least 17 points.
Matt's Pick: Celina

Commerce (10-3A, 0-0) vs. Bonham (9-3A, 0-0) -- The Purple Warriors have a new coach and a new attitude. I have faith in Coach Hall's program, and since Commerce looks way down - look for them to start their program on a good foot.
Matt's Pick: Bonham

St. Marks (TAPPS, 0-0) vs. Pilot Point (9-3A, 0-0) -- St. Marks will always give you a good game - but Pilot Point should have the speed and talent to win. I think they will get a win - but it will be tough. Pilot Point with a one touchdown victory.
Matt's Pick: Pilot Point

Lake Worth (11-3A, 0-0) vs. Prosper (9-3A, 0-0) -- Lake Worth has a great returning crew to work from and some solid running backs. I look for them to control the clock and have a touchdown victory.
Matt's Pick: Lake Worth

Nevada Community (10-3A, 0-0) vs. Whitesboro (9-3A, 0-0) -- Nevada Community has not had a solid season - well, ever since I've been covering them. Whitesboro should have a 14-17 point victory over the Community.
Matt's Pick: Whitesboro

Princeton (9-3A, 0-0) vs. Ferris (13-3A, 0-0) -- Princeton will unveil the single wing against Ferris. Ferris will have no answer for it. Princeton by 28 points.
Matt's Pick: Princeton

Van Alstyne (9-3A, 0-0) vs. Paradise (10-2A, 0-0) -- Even with a new coaching staff - Van Alstyne is still Van Alstyne - and until they re-incorporate their city - a tiny town called Paradise will be as such.
Matt's Pick: Paradise

Mineola (15-3A, 0-0) vs. Quinlan Ford (10-3A, 0-0) -- Quinlan Ford should be much improved this season. Mineola, although a nice team, probably won't have the speed to compete. Quinlan Ford wins by 15.
Matt's Pick: Quinlan Ford

Royse City (10-3A, 0-0) vs. Kaufman (13-3A, 0-0) -- Although Kaufman is much improved, Royse City is one of the best 3A teams in the state. I don't think Kaufman has the defense to slow Royse City down. Royse City scores over 40. We'll see how good their defense is.
Matt's Pick: Royse City

Wills Point (10-3A, 0-0) vs. Athens (14-3A, 0-0) -- Athens should be much better this season. This is a very even match-up. Give Athens the edge early on this season with their skill players.
Matt's Pick: Athens

Kemp (13-3A, 0-0) vs. River Oaks Castleberry (11-3A, 0-0) -- Castleberry may contend for the third playoff spot this season. Kemp - well, they will languish at the bottom of a topheavy district. Castleberry starts their season on a good note.
Matt's Pick: RO Castleberry

Parish Episcopal (TAPPS, 0-0) vs. Carrollton Ranchview (11-3A, 0-0) -- Ranchview won this game last year, and I think they will start this season off on a good note as well. Look for them to have a great defensive game in shutting out Episcopal.
Matt's Pick: Carrollton Ranchview

Crandall (13-3A, 0-0) vs. Glen Rose (12-3A, 0-0) -- Both teams are much improved this season. Crandall showed good speed at quarterback against Brownsboro in a scrimmage - but I think Glen Rose has too many returning starters and they should win this game by a field goal.
Matt's Pick: Glen Rose

Salado (25-2A, 0-0) vs. West (12-3A, 0-0) -- Salado is a solid 2A squad - and they will give West all they want. The Kolaches will be served cold as Salado dominates this game.
Matt's Pick: Salado

Whitney (12-3A, 0-0) vs. Troy (25-2A, 0-0) -- To be quite honest, Whitney beating anyone this year will be a huge surprise. Troy is a good 2A squad and should dominate an undersized and undermanned Whitney.
Matt's Pick: Troy

Eustace (13-3A, 0-0) vs. Malakoff (20-2A, 0-0) -- Eustace does try to schedule teams that they have a good chance of beating. Malakoff and Eustace should be a good test, but I believe Eustace will come away with the win.
Matt's Pick: Eustace

Mabank (13-3A, 0-0) vs. Rusk (20-3A, 0-0) -- Mabank, thoroughly healthy, is one of the teams to beat. Since the season has just gotten started, they are healthy enough to make a difference. They should handle business against Rusk.
Matt's Pick: Mabank

Class 2A Games

Region II DFW Games

Windthorst (9-1A, 0-0) vs. Holliday (9-2A, 0-0) -- Windthorst has one goal this season - they want a state championship. Holliday is the first step to at least a long playoff run to get there.
Matt's Pick: Windthorst

Nocona (9-2A, 0-0) vs. Aubrey (13-2A, 0-0) -- Aubrey will likely be 3A next year - and they already have 3A numbers in football. Look for them to blow out Nocona by at least four touchdowns.
Matt's Pick: Aubrey

Pottsboro (14-2A, 0-0) vs. Henrietta (9-2A, 0-0) -- The Cardinals have a great coaching staff and should start the season with a great win.
Matt's Pick: Pottsboro

Quanah (3-1A, 0-0) vs. Olney (9-2A, 0-0) -- Olney looks to get back into the playoff hunt - and they should have a solid game against Quanah to start that run.
Matt's Pick: Olney

Grandview (11-2A, 0-0) vs. Godley (10-2A, 0-0) -- Any game against Godley is not a game to be taken for granted. The mean Zebras should win this one handily.
Matt's Pick: Grandview

Perrin-Whitt (12-1A, 0-0) vs. Millsap (10-2A, 0-0) -- Millsap and Perrin-Whitt had a great game last season. I look for another great game with a similar result - a Perrin Whitt victory.
Matt's Pick: Perrin-Whitt

Dublin (11-2A, 0-0) vs. Clifton (21-2A, 0-0) -- In the land of real Dr. Pepper - real good football is also played. Dublin wins convincingly.
Matt's Pick: Dublin

Hamilton (21-2A, 0-0) vs. Hico (11-2A, 0-0) -- Hamilton should be a solid favorite to win this game - and possibly win district this season. Hamilton wins by 28.
Matt's Pick: Hamilton

Itasca (11-2A, 0-0) vs. Tolar (12-1A, 0-0) -- Itasca had a good playoff run but they lost some players to graduation. Look for the Rattlers (Tolar) to be competitive but fall late.
Matt's Pick: Itasca

Caddo Mills (12-2A, 0-0) vs. Farmersville (13-2A, 0-0) -- This is the game of the week in 2A. Farmersville has a lot of big size this year and good speed - they should win by 10.
Matt's Pick: Farmersville

Dallas Life Oak Cliff (12-2A, 0-0) vs. Rice (20-2A, 0-0) -- The Charter school, Life Oak Cliff, has some talent but no depth. Rice should take this game in a close one - by one touchdown.
Matt's Pick: Rice

Edgewood (12-2A, 0-0) vs. Corsicana Mildred (20-2A, 0-0) -- Corsicana Mildred has had great teams in the past and it should be good enough to edge a bad Edgewood team.
Matt's Pick: Corsicana Mildred

Hubbard (25-1A, 0-0) vs. Palmer (12-2A, 0-0) -- Palmer has a good set of returning starters this year and should be considered a favorite against the 1A Hubbard squad.
Matt's Pick: Palmer

Scurry Rosser (12-2A, 0-0) vs. Blooming Grove (20-2A, 0-0) -- Scurry Rosser needs to show a little more consistency. Blooming Grove takes the early season win.
Matt's Pick: Blooming Grove

Mount Vernon (16-3A, 0-0) vs. Lone Oak (12-2A, 0-0) -- Mount Vernon had a pretty good season last year - as did Lone Oak. It should be competitive - but Mount Vernon will win by 10.
Matt's Pick: Mount Vernon

Anna (13-2A, 0-0) vs. Pattonville Prairiland (15-2A, 0-0) -- Anna has struggled to find its chemistry the past couple of years. Prairiland should win this game handily.
Matt's Pick: Pattonville Prairiland

Howe (14-2A, 0-0) vs. Blue Ridge (13-2A, 0-0) -- Blue Ridge should start the season off with a fairly pedestrian victory over Howe. Blue Ridge will have a good preseason until the playoffs.
Matt's Pick: Blue Ridge

Melissa (13-2A, 0-0) vs. Flower Mound Coram Deo (TAPPS, 0-0) -- Melissa is a 2A school with 3A numbers that keeps on growing. This should be an easy victory over the home school district.
Matt's Pick: Melissa

Paris Chisum (15-2A, 0-0) vs. Leonard (13-2A) -- Leonard had a breakout season a couple of years ago but has struggled since then. Chisum will keep that pattern continuing.
Matt's Pick: Paris Chisum

Dickson, OK (Out of State) vs. Callisburg (14-2A, 0-0) -- It's just a rule - if I haven't heard of your out of state team, I just can't pick you. Callisburg has Coach Jerry Bomar as a coach, and they should handle the cross-border rivalry.
Matt's Pick: Callisburg

Era (11-1A, 0-0) vs. Bells (14-2A, 0-0) -- Bells is a very bad 2A team. Era is a very good 1A team. In situations like this - always go with the 1A team.
Matt's Pick: Era

Tom Bean (14-2A, 0-0) vs. Lindsay (11-1A, 0-0) -- The Lindsay Knights showed their quality making the 7 on 7 state tournament. Look for that momentum to carry over in a victory.
Matt's Pick: Lindsay

Valley View (11-1A, 0-0) vs. Salder S&S Consolidated (14-2A, 0-0) -- Valley View was upended last season by S&S - but I have a feeling they will be looking for revenge. Look for them to win this one by 7.
Matt's Pick: Valley View

Class 1A Games

Archer City (9-1A, 0-0) vs. Muenster (11-1A, 0-0) -- Archer City has been pretty solid the past few years. Look for them to start with a win for the season.
Matt's Pick: Archer City

Petrolia (9-1A, 0-0) vs. Muenster Sacred Heart (TAPPS, 0-0) -- Sacred Heart started last year beating up some of the lower tier 1A teams - but Petrolia should be good enough to win this one.
Matt's Pick: Petrolia

Stamford (5-2A, 0-0) vs. Munday (9-1A, 0-0) -- Munday returns quite a few starters from a solid team. Stamford will not be able to keep up with the speed of Munday.
Matt's Pick: Munday

Calvary Christian (TAPPS, 0-0) vs. Saint Jo (11-1A, 0-0) -- Saint Jo has struggled the last couple of years. Calvary Christian should have the size and depth to win this game.
Matt's Pick: FW Calvary Christian

Detroit (19-1A, 0-0) vs. Collinsville (11-1A, 0-0) -- This should be a competitive game - but Collinsville should have the victory in this game.
Matt's Pick: Collinsville

DeLeon (12-1A, 0-0) vs. Valley Mills (13-1A, 0-0) -- This should be a great game. Both teams had a solid season last year. Valley Mills returns more talent and should be given the nod.
Matt's Pick: Valley Mills

Bronte (16-1A, 0-0) vs. Cross Plains (12-1A, 0-0) -- Both teams are not playoff contenders. Bronte should probably get the nod for the win in this game.
Matt's Pick: Bronte

Grapevine Faith (TAPPS, 0-0) vs. Santo (12-1A, 0-0) -- Grapevine Faith is a growing force in smaller private schools. They should handle Santo easily.
Matt's Pick: Grapevine Faith

Ranger (12-1A, 0-0) vs. Hawley (5-2A, 0-0) -- Hawley has a little more depth as a 2A school, and that should prove to be the difference in this game.
Matt's Pick: Hawley

Roby (15-1A, 0-0) vs. Gorman (12-1A, 0-0) -- This should be a very competitive game. Gorman should have the slight advantage earlier in the season.
Matt's Pick: Gorman

Bullard Brook Hill (TAPPS, 0-0) vs. Fruitvale (17-1A, 0-0) -- Brook Hill is not a great private school, but Fruitvale isn't a good high school. Their players go both ways - Bullard Brook Hill should win.
Matt's Pick: Bullard Brook Hill

Clarksville (15-2A, 0-0) vs. Wolfe City (17-1A, 0-0) -- Clarksville is a solid 2A school and should easily handle Wolfe City - a team that graduated a strong senior class.
Matt's Pick: Clarksville

Cumby (17-1A, 0-0) vs. Alba Golden (16-2A, 0-0) -- Alba Golden still hasn't gotten the winning tradition yet. Cumby wins this game fairly easily.
Matt's Pick: Cumby

Honey Grove (15-2A, 0-0) vs. Celeste (17-1A, 0-0) -- After the Rectors, it has been dark days of football in Celeste. Honey Grove starts their season with a win.
Matt's Pick: Honey Grove

Quinlan Boles (17-1A, 0-0) vs. Simms Bowie (19-1A, 0-0) -- Quinlan Boles showed a lot of size and speed in their scrimmage. They should win handily in this game.
Matt's Pick: Quinlan Boles