BI-DISTRICT PREVIEW: Breaking down the biggest games in Texas high school football

Fort Bend Travis (10-0) vs Katy Tompkins (9-1): It’s rare in this day and age that you get this kind of bi-district matchup. But Mercer Stadium is definitely the place to be in Houston Thursday night as unbeaten Travis hosts once-beaten Katy Tompkins. Travis has one of the state’s most dynamic offenses with Penn State commit WR Parker Washington and Jarell Farr combining for 24 touchdown receptions. The Tigers defense has steadily improved as the season has worn on and late in games they’ve emerged to make plays in key moments. Tompkins has dominated all year aside from a close five-point loss to Katy. The Falcons are led by Texas commit WR Jalen Milroe, who has dazzled all year long with his dual threat ability. The Falcons backfield duo of RJ Smith and Marquis Shoulders has put up outstanding numbers, combining for 29 touchdowns on the ground. The key for Tompkins is its defense. If that unit is playing at a high level this is a real sleeper in Region III. Katy ISD has gotten the better of FBISD in these recent playoff matchups and that trend continues this week.

Stepp’s Pick: Katy Tompkins by 11