What he did: In a game North Mesquite had to win to keep its playoff hopes alive, Boger made big play after big play to lead his team past Mesquite Horn, 36-3.

Edrick Boger

The stats: Boger finished with five tackles and two interceptions, returning one of the interceptions 41 yards for a touchdown. He also blocked a field goal.

Who is he? A 5-11, 165-pound senior defensive back.

He said it: "I started thinking about how we needed to step up and get the job done. It was a must-have situation to get into the playoffs. Without a win, we'd have to hang it up. Go hard or go home."

Coach said it: "He's been on the verge of having a breakout game each week. For a while, he was leading the area in interceptions. We've moved him around, from safety to rover to corner to strong safety. He's one of our most versatile players in the secondary, whether he's covering the other team's big-play receiver or playing free." – Mike Robinson

Did you know? Boger is being recruited by North Texas and Mississippi State. ... His favorite subject is math, because "it just comes natural to me. I like complicated things." ... Boger sees movies often, the latest being Saw 4. ...He has always wanted to be on the swim team, but can't because he runs track. ... Boger competes in the 200 meters, the 4x100 relay and the 4x200 relay.