PRZGA 2026 Midseason Superlatives

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>*Use code "jackson30" for 30% off your PRZ subscription*</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are halfway through the season here in GA, meaning it is a good point to look back, but also acknowledge what's still ahead. Here are our midseason superlatives for noteworthy players and programs in Georgia this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Midseason Breakout OPOTY</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1308182"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c5fc8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Huff has been a popular name for us over the last few years, and the ballooned production plus a growing offer list is adding more and more validation here. Huff is a long, lean, leggy back with the strides to eat up turf when he gets out to space. Still, he is explosive and maintains burst as he creates his own yards. He is proving himself as a big play threat from any spot on the field and will be a noteworthy 2029 prospect out of GA. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Midseason Breakout DPOTY</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2341005"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c606d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Braxton's midseason emergence generated viral buzz across the country, which has caused his offer list to explode, slotting him in as one of the biggest senior risers in the entire country. He is a multi-sport standout with truly prototype and elite traits. He has the size, strength. and bend to turn speed into power as an edge rusher. Flashes of violence are littered on tape, too, proving he can go on a straight line straight through blockers and to the QBs. He should land on an FBS roster and will give that school a development with a long runway. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Midseason OFOTY</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Hudson Ruppert","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"160","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2409","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Dalton","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c6196"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ruppert was thrust into action due to an injury to [player_tooltip player_id='969646' first='Caine' last='Woods'], and to say Dalton got the best-case scenario out of Ruppert might even be an understatement. He is a stout, athletic player with capable traits as it stands today. He will grow into himself and take form over the next few years, but his ability to be thrown into the fire and make plays, while protecting the football, is truly impressive for a youngster. Between Woods and Ruppert, Dalton could be staring down 5 1/2 years of good QB play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Midseason DFOTY</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2343844"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc28cb7012b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2343844' first='Demarco' last='Cody'] plays both ways, but casts a cloud in the secondary, sitting with 5 INTs (MaxPreps) as it stands today. From a traits POV, Cody is as good as it gets for a youngster. He is a long, lean, smooth athlete with a top gear that helps him separate and close space. He still has room to get faster, too. If he plays DB, it will likely be at safety, and I think he has a chance to be one of the next great S prospects to come out of GA. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Most Overlooked Junior</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2215817"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc28cb701d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gault was an all-region performer a year ago. Another year of elite production proves he wasn't a one-hit wonder. He is a tough, smooth athlete who is light on his feet. He has the foot speed to stack moves and deceive defenders as a ball carrier, plus the burst to get out and run. He flips around and plays corner as well, where his footwork helps him match release points and carry routes. He has good ball skills and can play bigger than listed. Gault is a game wrecker on both sides of the ball, and is doing it without major recruiting attention. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Most Overlooked Sophomore</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2130905"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc28cb7025d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">When you turn on the tape for another prospect and end up intrigued with a different player, that is how you know you have a good one. That was exactly the case with [player_tooltip player_id='2130905' first='Jarious' last='Hamm'], who is emerging as a noteworthy 2029 receiver in GA. Hamm has truly elite short-area quickness, helping him separate at critical points of the route, while also posing as a YAC HR threat. Everything he does is fast, but also controlled. He can play big down the field, proving he can consistently separate vertically and track the ball over his shoulder. Should be viewed as an FBS WR prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Biggest Surprise Prospects</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2233994"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c62bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dorsey is a true senior breakout who has emerged as one of the most productive rushers in GA, regardless of class. His best ball is ahead of him, as there is room to further tap into his frame. He is made to eat up yards in space, sporting the long strides and speed to outlast angles and generate explosives. He plays with good contact balance, an element of his game that will continue to blossom as he fills out. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1432788"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c6337"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Newton has had a truly prolific run game, but Frazier has impressed in his own right and has provided some serious balance for the offense. He is an athletic player who does a great job of escaping the pass rush and giving himself space to operate. Gets more life on the ball than you would expect. Has a long, live, elastic release and can rip the ball while off platform. He has picked up FBS recruiting buzz and should maintain status as one of the best QBs in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["378070"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c63b1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Robinson has exploded as a senior and is one of the most productive seniors in the state, regardless of position. He has truly elite short-area quickness, getting to his top speed in a hurry. In the blink of an eye, he sets up DBs, stacks moves, and leaves them reeling. Will project as a YAC guy at his size, but he actually plays bigger than listed, proving capable of making acrobatic catches in the air. He is a fun player to monitor here down the stretch for college coaches. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2365692"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c642a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ema is off to a hot start to his senior season and should be viewed as the top playmaker for Parkview. He is a speedy prospect with the ability to score from any spot on the field, including as a receiver. His long strides allow him to cut through cushion and lift away from defenders in space. Ema has an 11-second flat PR in the 100M, and his game speed looks even faster than that. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2084770"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c64a1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Howell is jumping fully into QB duties this fall for Lumpkin County, and is proving to be a dynamic playmaker for one of the state's best small school programs. He is a true "athlete playing QB", and plays a role in this potent rushing attack. He is a smooth mover who is tough and unpredictable in space, making him hard to tackle. He has a capable arm and gets the ball out of his hand quickly. He has been efficient as a passer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2215115"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c6518"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Scott is a breakout junior this fall who is going to emerge as a legitimate FBS prospect at LB. He is a well-developed, strong player who acts as a thumper. Has decent closing speed, but will rely on his effort and ability to rally to get after the football. He is a strong player at the point of attack who sets the tone against ball carriers. He also proves capable of battling down low with blockers. He has picked up some D1 traction this fall, and I don't think that train will slow down. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2251844"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c658f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This Columbia team has some talented players emerging, and [player_tooltip player_id='2251844' first='Jamal' last='Miller'] is a noteworthy one in the 2028 class. He is a long, lean, flexible athlete who consistently runs the arc and catches the edge on defenders. His length allows him to separate at the chest and cast a wide net as a tackler. He battles hard, and will improve at the POA as he adds weight. There are a lot of good things to dream on here. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2087889"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c6617"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Taylor is a breakout sophomore who is emerging as one of the most prolific pass rushers in GA. Listed around 6'2 200, Taylor hides his weight and has plenty of room to get bigger. Taylor is quick off the snap, and that short area burst translates to the rest of his game. Everything he does is quick, including his hands. He plays hard at the point of attack and works hard to shed blocks. There is a lot to like here, especially when you factor in his young age. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1307211"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abed276c665f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jones had to fill the shoes of a productive senior this fall, but he has done so in stride and is one of the state's most productive passers through the first half of the season. He is a raw athlete still growing into himself, but the ability to process and make good decisions is there, giving him a solid launchpad for his development. He is getting it done now, but I am really curious with how he looks a year from now when some of those traits come around. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Top Second-Half Breakout Candidate</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1317769"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abc28cb702db"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I would keep a close eye on Daniel. As Moonie Gipson works his way back to 100%, Daniel has emerged as a tough yard-getter in this Kell offense. In a lot of ways, he actually reminds me of a younger version of Moonie Gipson. He is a stout, strong player, but he has some burst and is capable of generating big plays. I expect Daniel to continue emerging as an impact player for Kell down the stretch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Team Most Likely to Win First State Championship</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Troup County.</strong> This was a pretty easy decision for me. Troup County, currently PSR-rated as a top 4A team in the state, should be viewed as a legitimate threat to win the state title. Troup County edged out Mary Persons on the road 24-21 for their 5th consecutive win to start the season. [player_tooltip player_id='1539181' first='Javarris' last='Warner'] is the bell cow of this offense, but they're balanced as well. '27 QB Chase Mosley has been efficient and has 3 talented receivers as options in '27 Trey Dean, '27 [player_tooltip player_id='571882' first='Davis' last='Moncus'], and '27 Blaize Bell. Warner is over 1,000 yards, but they can hurt you in the air if needed. This defense is just ridiculous, especially up front. '27 DL [player_tooltip player_id='2128364' first='Monyah' last='Johnson'] and '27 EDGE [player_tooltip player_id='1924595' first='Jeremiah' last='Culpepper'] are headliners, with '27 DB [player_tooltip player_id='2092347' first='KJ' last='McQueen'] holding it down in the second/third levels. They can get after it. They have the balance offensively and physicality on defense to set the tone and win it all.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Underrated Team Most Likely to Hang Around</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hart County.</strong> At 6-0, Hart County should be favored to win every game the rest of the way. A 4-0 start got the buzz started, but back-to-back wins over Hebron Christian and Lumpkin County have Hart County as one of the best teams in 3A. Hart County is a machine offensively. They have their QB in '28 [player_tooltip player_id='1558693' first='Tucker' last='Parson'], one of the state's best in the 2028 class. '27 RB Xavier Allen is averaging over 11 YPC this year. He pairs up with '28 Zabreylin Harper and '29 Ian Sheppard to form a potent rushing attack. '27 ATH Kurston Curry is one of the best small school sleepers in the state and should break 500 yards with his next performance. Hart County can beat you in a lot of ways, which is why they have staying power. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Most Surprising Team</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Westlake.</strong> Westlake's 4-6 2025 season led into the hiring of Kevin Whitley, and the new era couldn't have started any better. They sit at 5-0 with one of the most explosive offenses in the country, and are coming off a 61-51 win over Houston County... in regulation. The run game for Westlake has been nothing short of electric through 5 games. Both '28 [player_tooltip player_id='2399827' first='Christian' last='Womack'] and '27 [player_tooltip player_id='1631860' first='Jacob' last='Jackson'] are over 500 yards on the ground, leading the charge for a run game averaging over 300 yards per game. '28 QB [player_tooltip player_id='410856' first='Cannon' last='Robinson'] has played well while protecting the football and has a deep WR core at his disposal, headlined by '27 WR [player_tooltip player_id='661861' first='Roscoe' last='Hayes']. Westlake has a gauntlet second half ahead of them, staring down a stretch consisting of Newton, East Coweta, Carrollton, and Douglas County... so my eyes are peeled on how things will look down the stretch here. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Team With the Most to Prove</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Grayson. </strong>Was there really another pick here? At 2-3, Grayson finds itself in uncharted territory. A brutal first-half schedule with the likes of North Gwinnett, Sandy Creek, and Buford has reared its head on the Rams. While still in the playoff field according to the PSR rankings, Grayson has work to do. They host Carol City (FL) this week to kick off the second half of their schedule. While the final 5 games lighten up for the Rams, an improved Archer and a seemingly juggernaut Newton squad make the slate more difficult than expected. Grayson rallied with two straight wins over Langston Hughes and Brunswick before being cut down by Buford. I expect that version of the Rams to carry over into the consequential games that await.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em><strong>Most Impressive Turnaround</strong></em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Dalton. </strong>The steady improvement year to year for Dalton has been impressive. From 0 wins in 2024 to 3 in 2025, Dalton sits at 4-1 at the halfway point of their season, and a 2-point OT loss to Cedartown is the only blemish on the schedule. Dalton travels to Allatoona and hosts Woodland before a daunting three-game stretch of Villa Rica, Cass, and Cartersville to close out the season. '30 QB Hudson Ruppert played well during the absence of prolific '28 QB [player_tooltip player_id='969646' first='Caine' last='Woods'], but Woods is back healthy and ready to lead the second-half charge. '27 WR Kamdon Londyn and '28 WR [player_tooltip player_id='1685081' first='Havyn' last='Searels'] are one of the most prolific WR duos in the state, and both are over 300 yards. '27 RB [player_tooltip player_id='1958236' first='Bronx' last='Stallion'] has been the workhorse of the run game. Dalton has some talent to lean on defensively, and whether or not they can make enough stops down the stretch will tell the story of their season, because I am confident they can score. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Most Misleading Record</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>West Forsyth.</strong> The Wolverines have work to do after a 2-4 start. For a team breaking in a new QB and replacing their top playmakers on offense from a year ago, a first-half gauntlet with the likes of Houston County, Norcross, Lanier, Cartersville, and Parkview reared its head on West Forsyth. However, this region is still up for grabs, and with a final second victory over North Forsyth, the Wolverines are 1-0 in region play. They have nothing but Forsyth County matchups to close the season, staring down Lambert, Forsyth Central, South Forsyth, and Denmark. If they handle business, they set up region championship-type scenarios to close out the season against South Forsyth and Denmark, which is as good a situation you can draw up given how the season started. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->