Texas commit and five-star Willis standout Jermaine Bishop Jr. put together a legendary performance in the Regional Semifinals, powering Willis to a 38-32 win over Forney in one of the most thrilling games of the Texas high school football playoffs.
Ranked the No. 3 overall player in Texas, the No. 16 player nationally, and the No. 2 ATH in the 2026 class per 247Sports, Bishop Jr. once again proved why he’s considered the top two-way player in the country.
Bishop Jr. made his presence felt in all phases of the game:
Defensively, playing free safety, he delivered timely tackles, including a key stop on Forney five-star RB Javian Osborne and sealed the game with a clutch, game-ending interception.
Offensively, he was unstoppable with 389 total yards and four touchdowns, including a rushing score. He also showcased elite awareness and versatility by converting two fake punts for first downs that kept critical drives alive.
His career numbers only reinforce his dominance:
Career Totals
Receiving: 272 receptions, 4,711 yards, 53 TDs
Rushing: 78 carries, 896 yards, 16 TDs
Defense: 189 tackles, 17 INTs, 26 PBUs, 13 TFLs
With Willis set to face DeSoto in the 6A-DII Regional Final, Bishop Jr.’s postseason heroics show exactly what he’ll bring to Texas. His ability to change games on offense, defense, and special teams makes him an immediate impact player in Austin, no matter where he lines up.
