Byron Nelson’s Dramatic Comeback Against Lewisville
In Fort Worth, excitement filled the air at Northwest ISD Stadium on Thursday night as the Byron Nelson Bobcats pulled off an incredible comeback against the Lewisville Farmers, winning 32-28. Senior quarterback Grant Bizjack showed impressive skill and poise, connecting on two key touchdown passes to Leo Almanza, who has committed to Baylor, in the game’s final three minutes.
The Bobcats found themselves trailing by four points with just 54 seconds left on the clock. Facing a crucial 4th and 6, Bizjack took the snap under pressure. He executed a brilliant fake on two handoffs and then turned around to launch a remarkable 54-yard pass that soared over the defense. This impressive play set up a short eight-yard touchdown pass as Bizjack rolled out of the pocket to find Almanza. This score brought Byron Nelson within three points, making it 28-25 with just over three minutes remaining.
Earlier in the game, Lewisville seemed poised to secure the win. Their standout player, Derrick Martin, had a strong showing, running in his third touchdown of the game with just 6:40 left on the clock. His 20-yard run gave Lewisville a solid two-possession lead at 28-18. However, the Farmers could not maintain their advantage as Byron Nelson rallied in the closing moments.
This victory positions Byron Nelson’s record at 1-1 after their previous win over Mansfield Summit. Meanwhile, Lewisville’s record now stands at 1-1 following their strong performance in Week 1.
Such thrilling contests are what make high school football so special, capturing the passion and dedication of young athletes. Fans can look forward to more exciting matchups as the season progresses.
