Top 3 Prospects who played in Duncanville vs DeSoto matchup ft. Keelon Russell 

The football rivalry between Duncanville and DeSoto has long been a highlight in Texas high school sports, and their latest matchup on Friday only added to the excitement. The game ended with the Panthers securing a 42-20 victory.

The win improved Duncanville's record to 5-0, while DeSoto fell to 4-2. As both teams are members of 6A District 11, the intensity of the rivalry is heightened, especially considering the Eagles’ dominance from 2009 to 2016. But Duncanville has gradually become a threat in high school football as well.

However, this year's game also highlighted some remarkable talents on the field. Let's take a look at three standout players from this thrilling encounter.

Top 3 prospects in Duncanville vs. DeSoto matchup

#3. Kelden Ryan

DeSoto's first-year quarterback, Kelden Ryan, faced the daunting task of leading his team against Duncanville's formidable defense. He completed 24 of 32 passes for 147 yards, with one interception and added 15 carries for 53 yards.

Ryan transferred from Fort Worth All Saints this season and is committed to Virginia Tech. He is ranked by the On3 Industry Ranking as the No. 907 overall prospect in the nation, the No. 56 quarterback in the 2025 class and the No. 140 recruit in Texas.

#2. Dakorien Moore

Dakorien Moore was nothing short of spectacular during the matchup. Late in the first quarter, he broke free from the Duncanville defense, reeling in a 66-yard touchdown pass with about 10 yards of separation. Moore finished the game with nine receptions for 231 yards and four touchdowns, averaging over 100 yards per game this season.

Initially committed to the LSU Tigers, Moore flipped his commitment to the Oregon Ducks in July. He is ranked by the On3 Industry Ranking as the No. 4 overall prospect in the nation, the No. 1 wide receiver in the 2025 class and the No. 1 recruit in Texas.

#1. Keelon Russell

Topping the list is Keelon Russell, who completed 27 of 36 passes for a staggering 427 yards and six touchdowns. In the fourth quarter, he sealed the victory with a touchdown pass to Trenton Yancey, solidifying the score at 42-20.

Russell efficiently distributed the ball to various targets, including Zachery Turner and Ayson Theus.

“As a quarterback, you got to make things work for your team,” Russell told Star Telegram in the aftermath of the match. “You got to get the open guys the ball.”

Just a year ago, Russell was committed to SMU but has since transformed into one of the highest-rated prospects in Alabama's 2025 class. He is ranked by the On3 Industry Ranking as the No. 13 overall prospect in the nation, the No. 3 quarterback in the 2025 class and the No. 6 recruit in Texas.