Top 7 High School Football Games to Watch in East Texas This Weekend

EAST TEXAS (TXAN 24) — East Texas fans won’t have to look far for drama under the Friday night lights — this weekend is packed with marquee matchups that will shape bragging rights and playoff outlooks across the region.

1. Lindale vs. Van – A rivalry with deep roots. Lindale hosts Van in a clash of two proud programs where momentum can swing fast.

2. Longview vs. South Oak Cliff – The Lobos travel west to face SOC in Dallas. Longview has opened strong, but the Bears are never an easy out at home.

3. Tyler Legacy vs. Marshall – Legacy rolls into Maverick Stadium after a statement win over Tyler High. Marshall, still stinging from a loss to Longview, will look to rebound in front of its home crowd.

4. Kilgore vs. Gilmer – A battle of perennial powers. When the Bulldogs and Buckeyes collide, playoff-style intensity is guaranteed.

5. Chapel Hill vs. Whitehouse – Chapel Hill has shown flashes of dominance, but Whitehouse has the athletes to turn this into a track meet.

6. Mineola vs. Arp – Small-school football at its finest. These two programs have a history of grinding, physical battles that go down to the wire.

7. Grand Saline vs. Rains – A matchup that will light up the scoreboard. Both teams need a win to steady their seasons, making this one a sneaky good showdown.

From powerhouse collisions to small-town rivalries, Week 3 in East Texas has something for every fan.