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DeSoto Triumphs Over Longview with Stellar Plays - Highlights

November 25, 2025
Baker's 371 yards and 5 TDs end DeSoto's Longview drought

Sarod Baker rushed for 371 yards and five touchdowns, including a 59-yard scoring run, as DeSoto finally defeated Longview 60-28 after failing in five previous attempts against the East Texas power.

Coach Claude Mathis watched quarterback Legend Howell open the scoring with a 15-yard touchdown run, while Ja'Quaylon Silas contributed 132 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Baker's historic performance dominated the contest and broke through a longstanding barrier for the DeSoto program. The Eagles now advance to face The Woodlands College Park.