What he did: McCartney rushed for three touchdowns, threw a touchdown pass and had a touchdown catch in a 52-21 playoff win over Texarkana Pleasant Grove.

Troy McCartney

The stats: McCartney rushed 15 times for 172 yards and scored on runs of 23, 15 and 30 yards. He was 1-for-2 passing for 27 yards and a touchdown and caught two passes for 20 yards, including a 15-yard touchdown.

Who is he? A 5-10, 190-pound senior running back

He said it: "I've always been put in positions where, just wherever I'm needed, I can go."

Coach said it: "He's a very special player. I think he understands how much we need him to be good. He gets excited about playing. He does a great job throwing, catching and running. He can do it all." – Butch Ford.

Did you know? McCartney, a three-year starter, also handles the punting duties for Celina. ... He's thrown three touchdown passes this season. ... McCartney plays shortstop on the baseball team. ... McCartney's favorite movie is 61* about Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle. ... His favorite class is Spanish III. "I feel like it's going to open up more opportunities for me," said McCartney, who wants to major in business in college.