Johnny Bishop

Surrounded by his family and with his coaches standing behind him, Putnam County’s Johnny Bishop (center) recently signed a commitment to attend and play football for Andrew College this fall. CONTRIBUTED

Surrounded by his family and with his coaches standing behind him, Putnam County’s Johnny Bishop (center) recently signed a commitment to attend and play football for Andrew College this fall. CONTRIBUTED

Bishop ready to ‘work for it’ at next level

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Johnny Bishop didn’t need long to know he’d found the right opportunity.After a recruiting process that picked up late, the Putnam County offensive lineman is headed to Andrew College in Cuthbert, near Columbus.
Linebacker Branan Griffin (8) brings down Oconee County quarterback Brody Hannah (2). LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Linebacker Branan Griffin (8) brings down Oconee County quarterback Brody Hannah (2). LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Five War Eagles compete in FCA All-Star game

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Putnam County had five players compete Dec. 20 at Clarke Central in the Athens Area FCA All-Star football game.The War Eagles had offensive lineman Johnny Bishop, linebackers Branan Griffin and Christian Farley, defensive lineman Steven Grandt, and defensive back Bill Waters playing for the FCA...
Putnam County senior Johnny Bishop will anchor the offensive line this season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Putnam County senior Johnny Bishop will anchor the offensive line this season. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Injuries won’t keep Putnam County OL Johnny Bishop off the field

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Johnny Bishop has overcome adversity over the past year to get back on the field for the start of his senior season.The Putnam County offensive lineman feels very lucky to have the chance to play with his teammates again after suffering a serious leg injury during a pass-blocking drill at spring...
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