"Built to Repeat: 6A’s Defending Champs Looking to Run It Back"

The scariest thing about a championship team? When they bring back almost everybody. That's exactly what we're looking at with this 6A powerhouse Grayson High School — a squad that dominated last season and now returns with even more chemistry, experience, and hunger. From a poised and productive QB in [player_tooltip player_id='283913' first='Travis' last='Burgess'], to the nation's top linebacker [player_tooltip player_id='212311' first='Tyler' last='Atkinson'], this team is loaded at every level. Add in key offensive weapons like Ashton Turner and [player_tooltip player_id='283860' first='Jonathan' last='Stafford'], along with defensive anchors like [player_tooltip player_id='416419' first='Rilee' last='Drew'], and it's clear: this isn't just a team with a title — it's a team built for a dynasty. The mission is simple: run it back. And with this crew, it's not just possible — it's expected.    At the center of the title defense is the field general who made it all go —[player_tooltip player_id='283913' first='Travis' last='Burgess'], and he's not done yet. After throwing for over 2,200 yards, 23 touchdowns, and posting a stellar QBR of 112.4, this returning championship quarterback is back with one goal in mind: run it back. His command of the offense, poise under pressure, and ability to deliver in big moments set the tone last season — and with a full arsenal returning around him, the expectations are even higher. He's not just trying to match what he did — he's looking to elevate it. The 6A crown runs through him, and he's ready to lead the charge again.     When you talk about tone-setters on defense, [player_tooltip player_id='212311' first='Tyler' last='Atkinson'] is the name that echoes across the state — and the nation. The #7 linebacker in the country, #1 in Georgia, and a 5-star force according to 24/7 Sports, Atkinson was a nightmare for opposing offenses last season. With 77 solo tackles and 89 assisted, his production jumps off the stat sheet — but it's the intensity, speed, and football IQ he brings to the field that make him elite. Named MaxPreps National Junior of the Year, Atkinson isn't just returning as a leader — he's returning as a certified game-changer. The heart of the 6A champs' defense is back, and he's got one thing on his mind: finishing the mission again.     Don't let the numbers fool you — Ashton Turner is a key piece in a running back committee that wears defenses down week after week. With 568 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns last season, Turner flashed his ability to break tackles with power and finish runs with speed. He's that physical, downhill runner who can also shift gears and hit the edge when needed. As one of several trusted backs in the rotation, Turner plays his role to perfection — bringing balance and consistency to the offense. As the champs reload for another run, expect this young runner to be a steady force that keeps the chains moving and the scoreboard ticking.     [player_tooltip player_id='283860' first='Jonathan' last='Stafford'] may have only logged 267 yards last season, but don't be mistaken — the talent is undeniable. Injuries may have limited his production, but when healthy, Stafford is a shifty, explosive playmaker who brings a different kind of juice to the offense. He's got the vision, wiggle, and open-field speed that make him a threat to score every time he touches the ball. Now entering his senior year, a healthy Stafford could be a game-changer — the kind of X-factor that adds another dangerous layer to an already loaded attack. If he stays on the field, expect him to remind everyone just how electric he really is.     On a defense already stacked with talent, having a corner like [player_tooltip player_id='416419' first='Rilee' last='Drew'] patrolling the skies is a luxury most teams dream of. With 2 interceptions, 7 pass deflections, and 21 tackles, Drew brought lockdown energy to the secondary all season long. He's disciplined, instinctive, and never afraid to step up and make a play — whether it's in coverage or in run support. As the defending champs gear up for another title push, Drew's return gives the defense a reliable presence on the outside — a true ballhawk who's always around the action. In a game that's all about matchups, [player_tooltip player_id='416419' first='Rilee' last='Drew'] is the answer to opposing teams' best threats.

The scariest thing about a championship team? When they bring back almost everybody. That's exactly what we're looking at with this 6A powerhouse Grayson High School — a squad that dominated last season and now returns with even more chemistry, experience, and hunger. From a poised and productive QB in Travis Burgess Travis Burgess 6'5" | 195 lbs | QB Grayson | 2026 State GA , to the nation's top linebacker Tyler Atkinson Tyler Atkinson 6'3" | 205 lbs | LB Grayson | 2026 State GA , this team is loaded at every level. Add in key offensive weapons like Ashton Turner and Jonathan Stafford Jonathan Stafford 5'8" | 140 lbs | WR GA , along with defensive anchors like Rilee Drew Rilee Drew 5'11" | 150 lbs | DB Grayson | 2027 State GA , and it's clear: this isn't just a team with a title — it's a team built for a dynasty. The mission is simple: run it back. And with this crew, it's not just possible — it's expected.