REGIONAL SEMIFINAL PREVIEW: Breaking down the biggest games in Texas high school football

Arlington Lamar (11-1) vs. Duncanville (11-0) 7:30 p.m. Friday at Mansfield’s Newsom Stadium:
Arlington Lamar appeared well on its way to an easy win over Odessa Permian, jumping out to a 21-0 lead in the first quarter. The Vikings held off a furious Permian rally in the second half however, securing a 49-35 win and a date with unbeaten Duncanville. QB Jack Dawson put up big numbers with 377 yards of total offense and five touchdowns, but he threw three interceptions. He can't afford a repeat this week against an outstanding Duncanville secondary that feasts on turnovers.

In last week’s 38-0 win over Lewisville, the Duncanville defense held Lewisville to 102 yards of offense and intercepted three passes, including one interception return for a touchdown. The Duncanville offense didn’t put up huge numbers, but didn’t need to with the effort of its swarming defense. That elite defense for Duncanville has been the catalyst all season and should once again make the difference in this outstanding matchup.
Stepp’s Pick: Duncanville by 12