Putnam County Football 2025

Putnam County senior defensive lineman Steven Grandt (57) runs off the field with the ball after recovering a fumble in last Friday’s win over McNair. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

War Eagles maul McNair in region opener

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Putnam County won its second straight game last Friday with a 28-6 victory over McNair in the region opener. The War Eagles (3-2, 1-0) ran the ball effectively and forced several turnovers on defense to get the win.

Putnam County running back Omarion Butts carried the ball seven times for 42 yards and two touchdowns last week against McNair. BRAD HARRISON/Staff

Putnam prepares for Social Circle squad

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

After beating McNair last Friday, Putnam County (3-2, 1-0) continues its region schedule this week at Social Circle (3-2, 1-0).The Redskins defeated Utopian Academy 52-0 last Friday in their first region game.

The Putnam County War Eagles return to action this Friday for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff against McNair. IAN TOCHER/Staff

War Eagles hit reset button during bye week

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Last week, Putnam County football conducted self-scouting and prepared for future opponents during its first bye.The War Eagles also had a few days off to rest and recuperate after playing five consecutive Fridays in a row.

Putnam County senior wide receiver Jayson Smith (14) took a reverse and scored the game-winning touchdown against Haralson County this past Friday. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

War Eagles defeat Rebels in dramatic fashion

Lance McCurley

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Putnam County evened its record at 2-2 with a dramatic 16-14 upset of Haralson County last Friday in Tallapoosa.The War Eagles beat the Rebels on the last play from scrimmage. Trailing 14-10 with the clock winding down, Putnam ran a reverse.

Putnam County senior safety RJ Hines held Rebel quarterback Paxton Ray in check and didn’t let him scramble much for extra yardage in last Friday’s win. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Putnam defense was difference maker over Haralson

Lance McCurley

Thursday, September 11, 2025

The Putnam County defense made great strides this past Friday night against Haralson County.Coming into the game, the Rebels had the highest scoring offense in Class A Division I, averaging 39.0 points per game, while the War Eagle defense had allowed 35.6 points per contest.

Laney’s Matthew White fights his way past Putnam defenders as he marches his way into the end zone. T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff

Mistakes plague Putnam in Laney loss

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Mistakes aren’t good for any football team, but Putnam County just had too many of them last Friday against Laney.The War Eagles (1-2) had five turnovers, which helped the Wildcats (2-1) secure a 46-16 win at Al Reaves Field in Eatonton.Putnam County struggled offensively because of turnovers.

The Putnam County War Eagles take the field before facing Laney on Friday night. T. MICHAEL STONE/Staff

War Eagles ready to take on Rebels

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Following the season-opening win over Greene County, Putnam County is now looking to break a two-game losing streak.Morgan County and Laney dominated the War Eagles the last two weeks, and this Friday’s matchup won’t be any easier.

Putnam County senior running back Omarion Butts (6) dives across the goal line late in the second quarter as a Morgan County defender failed to bring him down. IAN TOCHER/Staff

War Eagles learn from loss to ‘Dogs

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

After a strong season debut against Greene County, Putnam County struggled in its second game of the season. The War Eagles played Morgan County on Friday at Bill Corry Stadium and were defeated 46-14 on a wet and rainy night.

Morgan County and Putnam County will face off this Friday in Madison at Bill Corry Stadium for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff. LANCE McCURLEY/File photo

‘Dogs favored over War Eagles in rivalry game

Lance McCurley

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Putnam County (1-0) and Morgan County (1-0) will renew their rivalry Friday night at Bill Corry Stadium in Madison. Last season, the Dogs defeated the War Eagles 42-28 in a shootout. Morgan is favored to win 48-16 this year, according to the Massey Ratings prediction by On3.com.

A pack of Putnam County defenders swarm a Greene County ball carrier in last week's 42-15 win over the Tigers. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Putnam defense pivotal in win over Greene County

Lance McCurley

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Putnam County’s offense, especially its running game, excelled in the team’s dominant win over rival Greene County on Aug. 15, but head coach Joel Harvin believes the defensive unit doesn’t get enough credit.

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