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Permian Panthers Aim Higher in 2026 | Odessa News
The Permian Panthers are firing on all cylinders heading into the 2026 season, fueled by last year’s deep playoff run and a roster loaded with returning leaders. Coach Jeff Ellison praises the team’s relentless drive, led by senior QB and captain Kayden Vickers—who stepped in heroically last season—and defensive anchor Elijah Marquez, whose offseason grind is paying off. With a stacked offensive line bulking up to 290+ pounds and a defense anchored by three-year starters, the Panthers are primed for another district title—predicted by Dave Campbell’s Magazine. But they’re not resting on past…
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