Lake Travis (Austin, Texas) vs. Ryan (Denton, Texas), SaturdayIt wasn't an easy road this season, but Lake Travis (13-2) is back in the Class 4A/I finals playing to win its fourth consecutive state championship. The Cavaliers entered the year ranked in the Top 10 of some national polls and had won 48 straight games before losing to Aledo in week three. Their offensive leader is senior quarterback
Michael Brewer. The Texas Tech recruit has more than 2,600 passing yards and 36 combined passing and rushing touchdowns despite missing a month – including the Aledo game – with a shoulder injury. Defensively, Lake Travis is peaking at the right time. The unit was outstanding in last week's 24-3 win over Friendswood.
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In order for it to win its first state championship since 2002, Ryan must continue to play tremendous defense. The Raiders (15-0) have allowed only 12 points per game and are considered one of the top units in the state. They sacked Wylie quarterback Nico Ramirez seven times and withstood a late rally to win, 25-20, in last week's semifinals. End
Mario Edwards and linebackers Jordan Richmond and Alex De La Torre are a trio of juniors on Ryan's defense who are likely to be highly recruited season.
Mitch Stephens: Lake Travis 28, Ryan 21
Steve Montoya: Ryan 28, Lake Travis 21
Stephen Spiewak: Lake Travis 28, Ryan 24
Kevin Askeland: Lake Travis 35, Ryan 33
Jamie DeMoney: Lake Travis 27, Ryan 17
MaxPreps Projection: Lake Travis 27, Ryan 21
