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Game Recap: Longview Lobos vs. Rowlett Eagles — Bi-District Playoff Showdown
Game Recap: Longview Lobos vs. Rowlett Eagles — Bi-District Playoff Showdown
Date: November 14, 2025, Location: Homer B. Johnson Stadium — Garland, Texas
Final Score: Longview 63, Rowlett 7
. The Lobos came into their bi-district playoff matchup with the Eagles firing on all cylinders and left with a dominant 63-7 victory. Quarterback Johnny Hamilton completed 15 of 22 passes for 228 yards and four touchdowns, finding his rhythm early and keeping Rowlett off-balance throughout the night. Meanwhile, running back Mason Washington shredded the Eagles’ defense with 281 rushing yards, scoring on runs of 59, 73, and 87 yards, punctuating Longview’s explosive ground game.
Defensively, the Lobos were suffocating. They held Rowlett to -8 rushing yards, forced a fumble, and snagged two interceptions, turning what looked like a promising campaign for the Eagles into a one-sided affair. Rowlett’s lone score came on an 18-yard pass from Samuel Loera to Bre’Sean Clewis—an isolated bright spot in an otherwise tough evening for the Eagles.
With this resounding win, Longview improved to 7-4 for the season and advanced to face DeSoto Eagles in the area round at Waco ISD Stadium, setting the stage for what could be a deep playoff run.
Key Takeaways:
Longview’s offense was balanced and dynamic—Hamilton through the air, Washington on the ground.
The defense dominated from the start, shutting down the opposition’s run game and creating turnovers.
The Lobos entered the next round with clear momentum and confidence.
Game Preview: Longview Lobos vs. DeSoto Eagles
Game Preview: Longview Lobos vs. DeSoto Eagles
After closing out the regular season with a strong 52–24 win over Royse City, the Longview Lobos enter the bi-district round riding a wave of confidence and balance on offense. The Lobos finished the season 6–4, showing they can both air it out and run effectively — in recent games, they’ve passed for more than 200 yards and rushed for over 150.
DeSoto Eagles Enter the Fray
Their next opponent, the DeSoto Eagles, will not be a pushover. Longview and DeSoto have playoff history — most notably, Longview knocked off DeSoto in a dominant 50–14 win in last year’s region final. DeSoto enters the matchup looking to at least avenge that loss. Their improved run defense has been one of their calling cards, especially in big games.
Key Storylines to Watch:
Ground Game vs. Ground Stopper: Longview’s strength has come in its rushing attack, and DeSoto’s run defense will be tested again. If the Lobos can consistently run the ball, they’ll force DeSoto to commit more defenders to the box — opening up their passing game.
Redemption for DeSoto: Last season’s blowout loss still stings for DeSoto, and a playoff rematch brings out the intensity. The Eagles will want to prove that they’re a different team in 2025 and not just a stepping stone.
Turnover Battle: Longview has shown discipline in protecting the ball, and if they can continue to win the turnover margin, they’ll control field position. DeSoto, meanwhile, must generate takeaways to swing momentum.
Coaching Edge: Longview’s coaching under John King remains a factor — his experience and leadership in postseason play have been critical in previous deep runs.
Prediction:
Given Longview’s recent offensive balance and their proven ability to dominate DeSoto in big games, they’re slightly favored. Expect a physical, grind-it-out contest with Longview edging out a 28–21 win. But if DeSoto’s defense shows up early and they can answer Longview’s run with some big plays, this could be a tight, back-and-forth battle.
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