When Duncanville and DeSoto meet, it’s more than an 11-6A matchup, it’s a showcase of Texas high school football at its finest, full of elite talent and future college stars. Friday night, Duncanville flexed its depth and talent in a 48-28 win, powered by junior quarterback Maximus Denson and a defense that made timely plays against one of the area’s most explosive offenses.
Maximus Denson — 2027 QB, Duncanville
Denson delivered a breakout performance, completing 23 of 32 passes for 350 yards and seven touchdowns. He remained calm under pressure, navigating DeSoto’s blitzes with quick mechanics, sharp decision-making, and a quick release. Athletic in the pocket, Denson extended plays, delivered accurate throws on the move, and showed touch on deep balls. This performance reinforced his status as one of the top young quarterbacks in Texas.
Duncanville Playmakers
Ayson Theus — 2026 WR, TCU Commit
Theus finished with 8 catches for 110 yards and two touchdowns, using speed, balance, and strong hands to consistently create separation and make big plays in traffic.
Emmanuel Ellison — 2026 WR
Ellison caught 5 passes for 107 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing crisp routes and reliable hands while adding another dynamic element to Duncanville’s deep receiving corps.
Trenton Yancey — 2027 WR
Yancey posted 7 catches for 95 yards and two touchdowns, showing explosiveness and elite after-the-catch ability. The sophomore has over 40 offers nationwide and continues to prove why he is one of the top recruits in the country.
Landon Barnes — 2026 EDGE, Ole Miss Commit
Barnes was disruptive off the edge with multiple tackles for loss and key sacks, combining first-step quickness, violent hands, and elite bend to anchor the defensive front.
Victor Lincoln — 2026 DB, Arkansas Commit
Lincoln shut down his side of the field with multiple pass breakups, a fumble recovery, and key tackles in space, showcasing length, fluid hips, and refined technique.
DeSoto Standouts
Ethan Feaster — 2026 WR, USC Commit
Feaster showed elite separation, body control, and toughness in the run game while finishing with multiple big plays, proving why he is one of the most complete receivers in the state.
Legend Howell — 2026 QB
Howell went 16-of-28 for 235 yards and two touchdowns, displaying poise in the pocket, clean footwork, and the ability to make accurate throws under pressure.
Sarod Baker — 2027 RB
Baker rushed 25 times for 135 yards and two touchdowns, mixing speed and power, and highlighted his versatility with a one-handed catch that energized the crowd.
Game Takeaways
Duncanville’s win reinforces its status as a playoff contender. With Denson leading the offense and weapons like Theus, Ellison, and Yancey firing on all cylinders, the Panthers are peaking at the right time. Barnes and Lincoln anchored a defense capable of matching the area’s best.
DeSoto showed flashes of brilliance through Feaster, Howell, and Baker, and will remain a force in the postseason.
The Duncanville–DeSoto rivalry delivered as expected, fast, physical, and full of future college stars leaving it all on the field.
