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Top teams dig in for a playoff run

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9 months ago

October 14, 2025

With only three weeks left in the regular season, the GPB Rankings have reached a point of stability. The top teams remain unchanged and there are only a few newcomers in the top 10. It sets up an interesting stretch run to determine the top seeds when the state playoffs begin in November.

“This stretch run is going to be interesting,” said GPB’s Jon Nelson. “You’re going to see some region shakeups and some surprises before it’s all over.”

One such change occurred last week on GPB’s Football Fridays in Georgia, where Gainesville defeated two-time defending state champion Milton 28-16. The win jumped Gainesville up to No. 4 in Class 5A and dropped Milton to No. 6.

Another big showdown came in Class 2A, where No. 1 Carver-Columbus defeated previously unbeaten Sumter County 8-7. Sumter dropped two notches to No. 7.

In Class A Division 1, Fitzgerald knocked off Thomasville 24-21 and entered the rankings at No. 10. Thomasville fell three spots to No. 8. In one of the most surprising games of the week, Oglethorpe County beat No. 5 Rabun County 28-19 and knocked the Wildcats out of the rankings.

The No. 1 teams all remained the same: Grayson in 6A, Thomas County Central in 5A, North Oconee in 4A, Sandy Creek in 3A, Carver in 2A, Worth County in Class A Div. 1, Lincoln County in Class A Div. 2 and Hebron Christian in Private.

Class 6A

Grayson
Buford
Carrollton
North Gwinnett
McEachern
Lowndes
Douglas County
Colquitt County
Valdosta
Hillgrove

Also receiving consideration: West Forsyth, Mill Creek, Harrison

Class 5A

Thomas County Central
Hughes
Gainesville
Houston County
Roswell
Milton
Rome
Lee County
Northgate
Sequoyah

Also receiving consideration: Woodward Academy, Lovejoy, New Manchester, River Ridge, Statesboro

Class 4A

North Oconee
Cartersville
Creekside
Central Carroll
Marist
Benedictine
Ware County
Cambridge
Kell
Blessed Trinity

Also receiving consideration: Southwest DeKalb, Lithonia, Jones County, Locust Grove

Class 3A

Sandy Creek
Peach County
North Hall
Calhoun
LaGrange
Troup County
Jefferson
Jenkins
West Laurens
North Clayton

Also receiving consideration: Oconee County, Liberty County, Westside-Augusta, Harlem, Stephenson, Pickens

Class 2A

Carver-Columbus
Pierce County
Morgan County
Carver-Atlanta
Callaway
Rockmart
Sumter County
North Murray
Hapeville Charter
(tie) Frankin County, Thomson, Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe

Also receiving consideration: Columbia

Class A-Division 1

Worth County
Toombs County
Heard County
Bleckley County
Swainsboro
Lamar
Northeast
Thomasville
Dodge County
Fitzgerald

Also receiving consideration: Jeff Davis, Jasper County, Elbert County

Class A-Division II

Lincoln County
Clinch County
Johnson County
Bowdon
Screven County
Early County
Treutlen
Wheeler County
ECI
Wilcox County

Also receiving consideration: Seminole County, Taylor County, Atkinson County

Class 3-1A Private

Hebron Christian
Fellowship Christian
Calvary Day
Athens Academy
Prince Avenue Christian
Savannah Christian
Greater Atlanta Christian
Aquinas
Holy Innocents’
Wesleyan

Also receiving consideration: Lovett, Landmark Christian, Whitefield Academy

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Athlon Sports tabs Florida-Georgia among SEC’s best games in 2026

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5 hours ago

July 14, 2026

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Athlon Sports tabs Florida-Georgia among SEC’s best games in 2026

Athlon Sports projected the best SEC games for each week of the 2026 regular season.

The conference features some of the most compelling matchups in all of college football, from opening weekend through rivalry week. The selections emphasize games anticipated to have the biggest impact on the SEC championship race and College Football Playoff picture.

Florida’s annual clash with Georgia was tabbed as one of the SEC’s premier fixtures. The game has grown in national significance since it began in 1904, continuing as a battle of blue-blood programs that routinely produces iconic results. The game temporarily moves to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta during the Jacksonville stadium renovations.

The Jon Sumrall era carries with it an increasing sense of belief — many experts see the Gators as a dark-horse CFB playoff contender. Regardless of its final win-loss record, UF will play a part in shaping the season’s narrative as they face several post-season favorites in Texas, Georgia and Oklahoma.

Noted in the article is the SEC’s depth and newly implemented nine-game conference schedule. Georgia, Texas, Alabama and LSU appear multiple times on this list, with Georgia facing Alabama in Week 6 and Ole Miss in Week 10 while LSU hosts Clemson in Week 1 and will see Texas in Week 11 take on Alabama.

Many contenders from the SEC face multiple nationally relevant foes over the course of the season.

Athlon Sports’ Best game for every week of the 2026 season

Week 1: Clemson at LSU (Sept. 5)
Week 2: Ohio State at Texas (Sept. 12)
Week 3: LSU at Ole Miss (Sept. 19)
Week 4: Oklahoma at Georgia (Sept. 26)
Week 5: Auburn at Tennessee (Oct. 3)
Week 6: Georgia at Alabama (Oct. 10)
Week 7: Alabama at Tennessee (Oct. 17)
Week 8: Ole Miss at Texas (Oct. 24)
Week 9: Florida vs. Georgia (Atlanta) (Oct. 31)
Week 10: Georgia at Ole Miss (Nov. 7)
Week 11: Texas at LSU (Nov. 14)
Week 12: Texas A&M at Oklahoma (Nov. 21)
Week 13: Texas at Texas A&M (Friday) (Nov. 27)

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Georgia football defensive depth chart entering fall camp

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17 hours ago

July 14, 2026

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Georgia football defensive depth chart entering fall camp

The Georgia Bulldogs are expected to have one of the country’s best defenses again in 2026. Georgia has a lot of continuity from the 2025 defense and should be able to dominate many of their opponents this fall.

The Bulldogs defense will be led by potential All-American defensive backs KJ Bolden and Ellis Robinson. Georgia appears to be set at inside linebacker with the likes of Raylen Wilson, Chris Cole, Justin Williams and Zayden Walker forming a formidable group.

Georgia’s defense is not without questions. The Bulldogs need defensive tackle Elijah Griffin to play like a star as a sophomore. Georgia has to get more pass rush production. UGA managed only 20 sacks a year ago and their top defensive transfer addition, Amaris Williams of Auburn, is expected to be out for the season. Georgia fans can all remember Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss running circles around the Georgia defense in crucial moments of the Sugar Bowl.

Outside of the pass rush, Georgia’s depth at outside cornerback is probably the Bulldogs’ second-biggest weakness. If Ellis Robinson gets hurt, then Georgia could be in trouble. Despite these concerns, Georgia’s defense should overwhelm weaker SEC opponents this fall.

Nose tackle

Jordan Hall
Xzavier McLeod
Nnamdi Ogboko

Georgia defensive tackle Jordan Hall is a former five-star recruit with a significant injury history. His snaps will probably be limited at times this fall. Xzavier McLeod has improved in each of his two seasons at Georgia and should be one of Georgia’s top depth options in the defensive line rotation. Nasir Johnson is another big body to know up front at nose tackle.

Defensive tackle

Elijah Griffin
Josh Horton
Nasir Johnson/London Seymour/Valdin Sone

Five-star defensive lineman Elijah Griffin is entering his second season and is looking to have a big year after making an impact as a true freshman. Josh Horton has plenty of experience, but Bulldog fans would like to see a bit more production. Another defensive lineman to know is freshman Valdin Sone, who is a five-star recruit.

Defensive end

Gabe Harris
Joseph Jonah-Ajonye
Justin Greene/JJ Hanne

Gabe Harris has the size to play both defensive end and outside linebacker. Georgia needs him as a pass rusher. He missed the Bulldogs’ Sugar Bowl loss and spring practice due to a turf toe injury. Joseph Jonah-Ajonye is a former elite recruit.

Outside linebacker

Quintavius Johnson
Chase Linton/Isaiah Gibson
Darren Ikinnagbon/Khamari Brooks/PJ Dean

Quintavius Johnson is expected to start after a promising 2025 season. Gabe Harris and Chris Cole will also see action at outside linebacker. One of these second-year players needs to step up: Isaiah Gibson, Chase Linton and/or Darren Ikinnagbon. All have a lot of talent and are in for bigger roles after Auburn transfer Amaris Williams suffered an ACL injury in the spring. Freshmen Khamari Brooks and PJ Dean were both four-star signees.

Inside linebacker

Raylen Wilson
Chris Cole
Justin Williams
Zayden Walker

Once again, Georgia and coach Glenn Schumann have a stacked inside linebackers room. The Bulldogs will start two inside linebackers, but their backups will all play key roles. Chris Cole led UGA in sacks during the 2025 season. Cole and Zayden Walker are important pieces in Georgia’s pass rush. Raylen Wilson (knee) and Walker (shoulder) both missed the spring.

Georgia freshmen Nick Abrams has a lot of talent and veteran Terrell Foster is reliable, but they’re expected to be buried on Georgia’s depth chart along with redshirt freshman AJ Kruah.

Outside cornerback

Ellis Robinson IV
Demello Jones
Braylon Conley/Gentry Williams
Jontae Gilbert/Caden Harris/Justice Fitzpatrick

Georgia’s outside cornerback room is led by Ellis Robinson, who should be an All-SEC pick. The spot opposite Robinson should go to Demello Jones, but don’t rule out experience transfers Braylon Conley (USC) and Gentry Williams (Oklahoma). There is some concern about Georgia’s outside cornerback depth this season. Jontae Gilbert, Caden Harris and Justice Fitzpatrick all have talent, but Fitzpatrick did suffer a torn ACL in December.

Slot cornerback

Khalil Barnes
Rasean Dinkins
Zech Fort

Rasean Dinkins did well in the SEC championship against Alabama, but not as strong in the Sugar Bowl. Clemson transfer Khalil Barnes is projected to start over him with Tyrique Green being another name to watch at star.

Free safety

KJ Bolden
Tyrique Green
Jaylan Morgan/Jordan Smith

Georgia junior KJ Bolden should be an All-SEC pick. Four-star signee Tyrique Green is going to find a way on to the field this season.

Strong safety

Rasean Dinkins
Zion Branch/Ja’Marley Riddle/Kyron Jones
Todd Robinson/Blake Stewart

Dinkins and Barnes will both likely start for UGA. Zion Branch, Ja’Marley Riddle and Kyron Jones should all see snaps with Jones’ health being a question.

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Georgia twins launch 3D-printed toy business

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1 day ago

July 13, 2026

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Georgia twins launch 3D-printed toy business – CBS Atlanta

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A pair of 12-year-old brothers from Georgia are turning plastic into profit. What started as a quest for pocket money has turned into a thriving 3D printing business.