Thursday Night Lights Preview: Iowa Colony vs. Randle

<p>They don't get much bigger than this one, as two 4-0 juggernauts atop the district standings square off tomorrow night. Both squads have started the season with strictly lop-sided victories, but this matchup should be a nail biter. With electric talent on either side of the ball for the Pioneers and Lions, let's check out three high impact players from both for Thursday night.</p>   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Iowa Colony</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">One of the best dual-threat QBs in the state, White has efficiently led the Pioneers' offense to average nearly 40 points per game so far. Carson has looked poised in the pocket so far this season, showcasing anticipation and smooth mechanics. He has exceled at standing in the face of pressure and changing arm angles to deliver strikes at all levels of the field. White has demonstrated the ability to go through his progressions and break out of the pocket with great speed an elusiveness when needed. Through 4 games, Carson has compiled over 762 total yards and 15 total TDs to only 2 turnovers, while completing 72% of his passes. He has received offers from over 20 schools such as Texas Tech, Auburn, and Nebraska.</p>      <p class="text-gray-700">The only thing better to have than an elite junior QB is, an elite junior QB with an elite senior WR to feed. Warren is ranked as a top 25 WR in the country and has played to that standard so far this season. Jayden already has the build of a college wideout, and utilizes his speed, route running, and contested catch ability to haul in receptions at all three levels. He thrives at using his length and separation to reel in deep balls and his absurd 10.1 100m speed to break off short passes for scores. A scoring machine through 3 contests, Warren has caught 7 touchdowns over 224 receiving yards. The Houston Cougar commit is as dynamic as they come and will play a massive role on Thursday night.</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/JaydenR_Warren/status/1969501742841634931 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">Garner is an awesome downright football player to watch on both sides of the ball. He plays with a high motor and great (10.8) speed. Jeremy possesses loose hips and great instincts which allow him to break up plays in the secondary, break off plays with big YAC on offense, and even return kicks for scores. A true 3-way player, Garner has totaled 63 receiving yards, 8 tackles, 2 TFLs, 1 PBU, 1 sack, and return TD through 4 games. We'll have to see in what facets of the game it will be, but one thing to be sure of is the San Diego State commit will impact the game mightily tomorrow night.</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/JeremyG_2/status/1966925806531387706 </div></figure>    <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Randle</h2>    <p class="text-gray-700">An All-American running back, Williams-Callis put together a historic sophomore campaign, and he's somehow only been better so far this season. Landen totes the rock with physicality, great burst, and violent cuts. He boasts the ability to bounce in between the tackles or accelerate outside and break off runs down the sideline. Landen breaks down defenses, possessing all of the traits in an elite RB, along with polished patience and vision. His stat lines look fictional each week, already compiling over 900 total yards and 15 rushing TDs through just 4 games this season. The Lions' generational star is going to get his no matter what, but the Pioneers will have to find some way to limit him on Thursday. Landen has received offers from basically everywhere, including Michigan, Georgia, and Alabama.</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/CallisLanden/status/1966900610139386142 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">After starting his career as a right tackle, Mixon has fully established himself as an all-around tight end that fills a massive role in the Lions' offense. Mason had his best game to date in the receiving game last week, totaling 5 receptions for 66 yards and a TD. Mixon is also exceptional in the run blocking game, showcasing his short area quickness, balance, and ability to strike out of his hips and engage. He seals the edge effectively and makes plays at in the flats and over the middle of the field as a receiver. Mason will likely have both seen and under cover value in this big-time matchup. He holds offers from schools such as Louisiana, New Mexico, and Air Force.</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/taylorarenz/status/1968837950294147541 </div></figure>     <p class="text-gray-700">A head-hunting linebacker with great space play and downhill ability, Dominguez is incredibly talented and versatile in the box. "Pac-Man" plays with excellent footwork and instincts, putting himself in position to make plays over the middle of the field and in the backfield. He showcases loose hips and great downhill burst, along with the ability to finish and wrap up. Noriel looks ready to be a green-dot LB at the next level already. The TCU commit has already produced 15 tackles and 5 TFLs for the Lions' defense. Expect him to man down the box and make plays around the line of scrimmage Thursday night.</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/official_btp_/status/1961652180395397366 </div></figure>

They don't get much bigger than this one, as two 4-0 juggernauts atop the district standings square off tomorrow night. Both squads have started the season with strictly lop-sided victories, but this matchup should be a nail biter. With electric talent on either side of the ball for the Pioneers and Lions, let's check out three high impact players from both for Thursday night.