LBJ Austin proved they can win big two weeks ago (they won by 33) and on Friday they proved they can win the close ones too. In a tight matchup that could have gone either way, they made off with a 34-33 victory over the Wimberley Texans. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Jaguars have posted since September 20, 2024.
Jayelen House
| 09/12/25 @ Wimberley | 146.4 |
| 08/29/25 vs Sam Houston | 71.1 |
| 11/15/24 vs Fredericksburg | 79.2 |
| 11/07/24 @ Eastside Early College | 135.4 |
| 10/25/24 @ Northeast Early College | 134.2 |
| + 3 more games |
LBJ Austin's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jayelen House led the charge by throwing for 385 yards and five touchdowns while completing 72.2% of his passes. What's more, House racked up 146.4 passer rating, the most he's had since back in October of 2024. LBJ Austin also got a significant boost from Marquis Murry II, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 94 yards.
Despite the loss, Wimberley still got an impressive performance from Maverick Jacobs, who rushed for 159 yards and three scores. Jacobs is crushing it when it comes to rushing touchdowns: he's punched in at least two every time he's taken the field this season.
LBJ Austin's victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Wimberley, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Looking ahead, LBJ Austin will head out on the road to face off against Parish Episcopal at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams might be coming in a bit winded given these two teams combined for 928 yards in their previous games. As for Wimberley, they will welcome Lampasas at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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