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Trinidad Chambliss, a transfer quarterback from Division II powerhouse Ferris State, has shined for Ole Miss in starter Austin Simmons’ absence. Courtesy of Ole Miss Athletics

Trinidad Chambliss, a transfer quarterback from Division II powerhouse Ferris State, has shined for Ole Miss in starter Austin Simmons’ absence. Courtesy of Ole Miss Athletics

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Dawgs prepare for Ole Miss and QB Trinidad Chambliss

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
After a physical 20-10 win over Auburn, No. 9 Georgia will face another tough test in No. 5 Ole Miss this week.Despite being ranked below the Rebels (6-0, 3-0) in the AP Poll, the Bulldogs (5-1, 3-1) are favored by 6.5 points.
Gatewood senior Ben Brannen put in a consistent performance for the Gators last Friday night in Louisville. IAN TOCHER/File photo

Gatewood senior Ben Brannen put in a consistent performance for the Gators last Friday night in Louisville. IAN TOCHER/File photo

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Gatewood gets third-straight win

Ian Tocher
Thursday, October 9, 2025
The Gatewood Gators (3-4, 2-0) continued their midseason resurgence Friday night in Louisville, where they earned a decisive 34–18 road victory over Thomas Jefferson Academy (1-7, 0-3).
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

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Smith: October musings

Loran Smith
Thursday, October 9, 2025
October has long been my favorite month, and while November is the month for Thanksgiving, I always count my blessings during our tenth month, which comes and goes too quickly.In October, there is so much going on in the Great Outdoors.
War Eagles quarterback Ethan Whatley is hoisted high above the end zone by teammates Friday night after scoring his first of five touchdowns just 44 seconds into the game against Utopian Academy. IAN TOCHER/Staff

War Eagles quarterback Ethan Whatley is hoisted high above the end zone by teammates Friday night after scoring his first of five touchdowns just 44 seconds into the game against Utopian Academy. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Whatley’s five touchdowns power Putnam past Eagles

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Putnam County quarterback Ethan Whatley stepped up Friday night in a region game against Utopian Academy.Whatley rushed for 78 yards and five touchdowns on seven carries in a 48-0 blowout of the Eagles.
Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) tries to stay in bounds while fighting off Kentucky defensive back JQ Hardaway (6). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Georgia wide receiver London Humphreys (16) tries to stay in bounds while fighting off Kentucky defensive back JQ Hardaway (6). LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

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Fast start for Dawgs leads to Kentucky rout

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Georgia performed well on both sides of the ball against Kentucky on Saturday, leading to a 35-14 win. The No.
Containing Auburn quarterback Jackson Arnold will go a long way toward success for the Bulldogs this coming Saturday at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Courtesy of Auburn Athletics

Containing Auburn quarterback Jackson Arnold will go a long way toward success for the Bulldogs this coming Saturday at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Courtesy of Auburn Athletics

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Georgia defense needs to step up against Auburn

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
The Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry will be played for the 130th time this week when Auburn and Georgia meet Saturday night in Alabama.The Tigers (3-2, 0-2) have had an up-and-down season under head coach Hugh Freeze.
Putnam County senior defensive back Bill Waters (2) has been a key piece of the War Eagles defense this season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County senior defensive back Bill Waters (2) has been a key piece of the War Eagles defense this season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

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War Eagles look to limit mistakes against Towers

Lance McCurley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Putnam County (4-3, 2-1) will take the field on Friday for another region game, hosting Towers (3-3, 0-2).The Warriors are coming off a 27-0 loss to Lamar County and are 34-point underdogs entering this game, per the On3.com Massey Ratings.
Filling in for injured quarterback Blake Brannen, sophomore Brady Haley (5) has been performing well, contributing a rushing touchdown against the Cavs, and shown here completing a handoff to junior running back Sean Bennett. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Filling in for injured quarterback Blake Brannen, sophomore Brady Haley (5) has been performing well, contributing a rushing touchdown against the Cavs, and shown here completing a handoff to junior running back Sean Bennett. IAN TOCHER/Staff

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Gators dominate Cavs for first region win

Ian Tocher
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
It took less than two-and-a-half minutes for Gatewood (2-4, 1-0) to score its first touchdown Friday night against Augusta Prep (1-5, 0-1), and from that point on, the game was never in jeopardy.
Loran Smith/File Photo

Loran Smith/File Photo

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Smith: Foxworthy & Richt

Loran Smith
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Jeff Foxworthy recently met with UGA librarian Toby Graham and his staff and called me to see if lunch with Mark Richt could be arranged following his session with the library staff.
Putnam County senior Bernicia Harris gets set to serve in a recent match against Cedar Shoals in Athens on Sept. 25. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Putnam County senior Bernicia Harris gets set to serve in a recent match against Cedar Shoals in Athens on Sept. 25. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

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Seniors lead the way for Putnam volleyball

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Putnam County’s volleyball team boasts a veteran-heavy roster, featuring nine seniors.The Lady War Eagles have seen great success this season, with the seniors leading the charge.
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