DFW Week 8 Game Balls: Top Performers Who Dominated The Gridiron

<p>Week 8 of the DFW high school football season was packed with standout performances, as players across the metroplex delivered game-changing efforts in crucial matchups. Whether it was explosive offensive plays, lockdown defense, or special teams heroics, these athletes made their mark under the Friday night lights. Here are the Week 8 game ball recipients, recognizing the top performers who shined brightest in key moments and led their teams to victory.<br></p>    <p class="text-gray-700">Renda led Southlake Carroll to 48-7 win over Northwest to remain unbeaten at 8-0. His ability to make big throws and use his legs to keep defenses off balance makes the Dragons dangerous offensively. He connected with Brock Boyd for three scores and 135 yards on the night. Renda's ability to run and pass effectively gives the Dragons an element in there offense that keeps defenses guessing. Renda has passed for 1,824 yards this season. Renda has established himself as one the top passers in the 2026 class in the Metroplex.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/AngeloRenda2026/status/1848115090576626072 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Griffin has been playing at a high level this season. He is a smooth operator who moves well in the pocket and he has the athleticism to evade pressure, allowing him to make the big plays in the passing game. He has helped lead the Coppell Cowboys to an 7-0 record overall and 4-0 in District 5-6A. This past weekend against Lewisville, Griffin erupted for 460 yards and 6 touchdowns in 55-28 win. On the season Griffin has passed for 1,779 yards. The Baylor commit has been one of the hottest players in the state this season.</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Chumley helped Anna get a big win over Walnut Grove 55-41 to keep the Coyotes in the playoff hunt in District 4-5A DII. He runs with a low center of gravity between the tackles and he has excellent field vision. He is shifty in space and he has the speed to make a house call for six from any down or distance. Chumley had a monster game against Walnut Grove, rushing for 173 yards and 5 touchdowns. He is the type of running back who can carry the load for Anna down the stretch as they make a march toward the playoffs. Chumley was the Offensive MVP of the 4-A DI title game for the Coyotes last season. He has an offer from Missouri Southern.</p>   <p></p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Harris is electric with the football in his hands. He is phonebooth quick, has the ability to change directions without making false steps and when he gets in the open field, he has the speed to get in the end zone from any distance. In a win over Keller, Harris had 263 all-purpose yards and a touchdown. The Trojans are 6-1 on the season and Harris has been a force out of the backfield for Trinity as they get ready for the playoffs. Harris is an explosive playmaker who can strike quickly, making him one of the best offensive threats in the state in the 2026 class. He has offers from SMU, Tulsa, Arkansas Pine Bluff, Stephen F. Austin, Baylor and Midwestern State.</p>    <p class="text-gray-700"></p>    <p>Mussett is a main target in the Ryan offense and he has been making plays for the Raiders all season long. He is a excellent route runner, he has great hands and he has the ability to get open often. At 6-foot-2 180 pounds, he has the frame to out muscle defensive backs in close quarters and he has the athleticism combined with the body control to explode and leap to win on the 50/50 balls. Mussett had a big game in a crucial district 3-5A DI matchup against Azle, hauling 5 catches and 2 touchdowns. He has offers from Houston, North Texas and UNLV.</p>     <p class="text-gray-700">Harper is playing at high level and he is one of the top quarterbacks in the DFW area this season. His stellar play has Pearce in position to make the playoffs coming out of District 7-6A. Harper had a big game in crucial victory over rival Richardson 64-41. Harper has the arm talent to make every throw on the route tree, he is extremely accurate in the short to intermediate areas and he can push the ball outside the numbers on a rope. His footwork is clean and he has superb pocket awareness. Harper has the athleticism to avoid pressure and make plays with his legs to move the chains. He exploded for 248 yards passing and 7 total touchdown versus Richardson to improve their record to 5-2 overall and 3-1 in 7-6A play. Harper leads the DFW area in passing with 2,283 yards this season. He has an offer from Murray State.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PresleyHarper7/status/1835454128496996442 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Barney has been ripping up defenses this season and he is a 2025 prospect that college programs should be getting eyes on. At 6-foot 185 pounds, he has a stout, compact frame, he runs with excellent pad level in between the tackles and he has superb short area quickness that enables him to change directions quickly. When he gets in the open field, he is shifty in space with the ability to make defenders miss and he has the speed to make a house call from any down or distance. Barney has been clocked at an in game speed 21.59 MPH. While the Vikings haven't had the season as a team that they were hoping for, Barney has been a bright spot. In week 8, Barney had over 200 yards of total offense and 3 touchdowns. This was the second week that he had over 200 yards from scrimmage and multiple touchdowns.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Keyflo4_life/status/1847711915738272101 </div></figure>

Week 8 of the DFW high school football season was packed with standout performances, as players across the metroplex delivered game-changing efforts in crucial matchups. Whether it was explosive offensive plays, lockdown defense, or special teams heroics, these athletes made their mark under the Friday night lights. Here are the Week 8 game ball recipients, recognizing the top performers who shined brightest in key moments and led their teams to victory.