Highlights: Jarrell takes down Llano in battle of high scoring, undefeated teams

Published by

Michael Adams

September 20, 2025, 11:02 AM

By Paul Knight
Austin Sports Journal correspondent

JARRELL – In a battle of unbeaten teams, the Jarrell Cougars prevailed in a shootout, defeating the visiting Llano Yellowjackets (3-1) 40-29 Friday at Cougar Stadium in Jarrell.

Jarrell running back Kenneth Johnson rushed for 150 yards to lead the Cougars (4-0) to a win over the No 2 Class 3A team.

Llano was ed by quarterback Luke Davis, who threw for 259 yards and ran in two touchdowns for the Yellowjackets. He completed 20 of 31 pass attempts.

Jarrell’s defense was the stars of the night, holding a Llano team averaging 50 points a game to just 29 points. The Cougars also held the Yellowjackets to 81 total rushing yards.

Jarrell starts District 13-4A-II action this week at home against Smithville. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Llano will travel to Comfort on Friday. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m.