Putnam County Football

Daniel took recruitment photos while on a visit to Cumberland University. CONTRIBUTED

Daniel took recruitment photos while on a visit to Cumberland University. CONTRIBUTED

Daniel finds new college home at Cumberland

Lance McCurley
Thursday, February 13, 2025
After de-committing from Army, Putnam County’s Rashod Daniel has found his new college home.The senior War Eagles’ running back and linebacker recently announced he has committed to play at Cumberland University, a National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics program in Lebanon, Tenn.
Robertson played quarterback and safety for the War Eagles the past four years. FILE PHOTO

Robertson played quarterback and safety for the War Eagles the past four years. FILE PHOTO

‘J-Rob’ focused on future following injury

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Last fall, Putnam County quarterback Jamarion Robertson saw his senior football season cut short due to an injury.A 6-foot-3, 180-pound prospect, Robertson broke his jaw during the first drive against Haralson in the War Eagles' fourth game of the 2024 season.
Damoio’n Wright helped Grayson win the Class 6A state championship over Carrollton on Dec. 18. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Damoio’n Wright helped Grayson win the Class 6A state championship over Carrollton on Dec. 18. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Wright, Reaves win state titles

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 26, 2024
Two former Putnam County High School football players and graduates recently won state titles as coaches.Caleb Reaves and Damoio’n Wright achieved greatness, plus a goal they’ve wanted to attain since the end of last season.
Malik Thornton has spent the past three seasons playing in Kentucky at the University of the Cumberlands. COURTESY OF UNIVERSITY OF THE CUMBERLANDS ATHLETICS

Malik Thornton has spent the past three seasons playing in Kentucky at the University of the Cumberlands. COURTESY OF UNIVERSITY OF THE CUMBERLANDS ATHLETICS

Former War Eagle Malik Thornton enters transfer portal

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Malik Thornton announced late last month via his X (Twitter) account that he is leaving the University of the Cumberlands to enter the transfer portal. The former Putnam County High School standout has played for the Patriots for the last three years.
Putnam County graduate and former football player Caleb Reaves. coached Milton in the GHSA Class 5A state championship against Langston Hughes at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. CONTRIBUTED

Putnam County graduate and former football player Caleb Reaves. coached Milton in the GHSA Class 5A state championship against Langston Hughes at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. CONTRIBUTED

War Eagle grad eager to win another state title

Lance McCurley
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Former Putnam County football player Caleb Reaves is ready to win a second-straight state title in just three seasons with Milton High School.Reaves is the passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach for the Eagles, who defeated Walton to win the Class 7A state championship last year.
Former Putnam County football player Damoio’n Wright is now the running backs coach and cooffensive coordinator at Grayson High School. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Former Putnam County football player Damoio’n Wright is now the running backs coach and cooffensive coordinator at Grayson High School. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Former Putnam player makes impact as coach

Lance McCurley
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Eatonton native Damoio’n Wright loves impacting kids’ lives, especially on the football field.The former Putnam County football player became a high school coach after suffering a career-ending injury.
Daniel, a rising senior at Putnam County, currently has offers from Ole Miss, Appalachian State, Army, and Troy. (Photo/LANCE MCCURLEY)

Daniel, a rising senior at Putnam County, currently has offers from Ole Miss, Appalachian State, Army, and Troy. (Photo/LANCE MCCURLEY)

Daniel invited to high-profile football camps

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Putnam County running back and linebacker Rashod Daniel has received high praise for his skills on the gridiron.Daniel was invited to the Under Armour Atlanta football camp in February and competed against some of the best prospects in the nation. Daniel will also attend a Rivals.
Rashod Daniel carries the ball for Putnam County earlier this school season. IAN TOCHER/Staff

Rashod Daniel carries the ball for Putnam County earlier this school season. IAN TOCHER/Staff

College football coaches visit Putnam County

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Several college football coaches recently stopped by Putnam County High School to check on its players. Coaches from in-state institutions Kennesaw State, Georgia Tech, Georgia State, and Albany State, as well as Liberty University in Virginia, made trips to Eatonton last week.
Jalon Kilgore (2) during a game in 2021. FILE PHOTO

Jalon Kilgore (2) during a game in 2021. FILE PHOTO

Former Putnam QB Kilgore transferring from Tennessee Tech

Lance McCurley
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Former Putnam County quarterback Gerald Kilgore announced last week that he is seeking a transfer from Tennessee Tech, where he originally signed in 2021 out of high school. Kilgore broke the news on Nov. 30 on his personal X (Twitter) account.
Kilgore is tied for the team’s most tackles with 18 through two games. COURTESY OF UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA ATHLETICS

Kilgore is tied for the team’s most tackles with 18 through two games. COURTESY OF UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA ATHLETICS

Kilgore returns to play in front of family and friends

Brendan Koerner
Thursday, September 14, 2023
Former Putnam County football player Jalon Kilgore returns to his home state this Saturday as the South Carolina Gamecocks travel to Athens to face the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs. Kilgore has made an instant impact on the Gamecocks’ defense.
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