6. DeSoto (Texas)2010 finish: 11-32011 record: 2-0Head coach: Claude MathisWell-known for its explosive offense, DeSoto has also exhibited an impressive defense thus far in 2011, holding Leadner and Douglass (Oklahoma City) to a combined three points.
Michael Richardson,
Bryson Echols and
Jalen Mills lead the the unit, which will be tested in upcoming games with Cedar Hill, Stony Point and Tyler Lee. Junior running back
Dontre Wilson has the potential to be a special player on offense. If it finishes the regular season without a loss, DeSoto could soar inside the Top 10 in the Xcellent 25.

Electric junior Dontre Wilson stands out on DeSoto's offense.
Photo by Jim Redman