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Merkel

Badgers · 2026 Season Outlook · Class 3A
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In Class 3A
4-6
Projected
3AD2-4
District

The Friday Night Picks model projects Merkel to finish 4-6 in 2026. Below is the full schedule with a weekly AI prediction for every game. Follow Merkel, pick each matchup before kickoff, and see if the fans who know this team can out-call the model.

Next up · Friday, September 18
vs Odessa Compass Academy
Our model gives Merkel a 57% chance, by about 2 points. Toss-up.
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2026 Schedule · % is our model's chance Merkel wins
Aug 28at Early35-26recap →
Sep 4vs Hawley34-35recap →
Sep 11at Colorado City36%preview →
Sep 18vs Odessa Compass Academy57%preview →
Sep 25vs San Angelo TLCA43%preview →
Oct 9at Jacksboro31%preview →
Oct 16at Henrietta39%preview →
Oct 23vs Wichita Falls City View61%preview →
Oct 30at Breckenridge50%preview →
Nov 6vs Holliday58%preview →

Who is the real rival?

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Playoff picture

The top 4 finishers in each UIL district advance to the playoffs.
5 of 6
Outside the top 4 right now.

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Where they play

This is the school. Some districts play at a shared stadium, so check the district if in doubt.
📍 2000 South 7th Street, Merkel, TX, 79536Tap for directions
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