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Austin Peay football ranked No. 9 in first FCS playoff rankings, would host first-round game
Oct. 21, 2026, 11:51 a.m. CT The first FCS playoff committee rankings were released on Oct. 20 as Austin Peay football slides in at No. 9. The FCS playoff committee will rank the top 10 teams every week until Nov. 22, when the playoff bracket will be announced. The Governors will play their final regular-season game against Central Arkansas at 4 p.m. on Nov. 21 at Estes Stadium. Austin Peay (6-2, 2-1 in United Athletic Conference) is coming off a 24-10 road win against West Georgia on Oct.
Georgia football lands Koehn Dial, a BGA four-star OL, for 2028
Georgia football and coach Kirby Smart have landed a commitment from massive Battle Ground Academy junior offensive lineman Koehn Dial. Dial announced his commitment on Oct. 19 via X. "After a lot of consideration, it’s an honor to announce my commitment to the University of Georgia. Thank you everyone who has helped me through my journey. GO DAWGS," Dial posted. Rivals posted on X the moment that Dial had informed Smart that he was committing to Georgia.
BGA football QB Bo Bryan, son of Luke Bryan, has surgery for broken collarbone
Updated Oct. 19, 2026, 6:34 p.m. CT Battle Ground Academy quarterback Bo Bryan, son of country music star Luke Bryan, suffered a broken collarbone in a game on Oct. 16 and underwent surgery on it Oct. 19, according to an Instagram posts from his parents, Caroline and Luke Bryan. "Not the best day for Bo, or our family, but he'll be back!!!! Dang collarbone...and of course Luke can't take a serious picture," Lina's posted on Instagram.
BGA football QB Bo Bryan, son of Luke Bryan, has surgery for broken collarbone Original
Updated Oct. 19, 2026, 4:11 p.m. CT Battle Ground Academy quarterback Bo Bryan, son of country music star Luke Bryan, suffered a broken collarbone in a game on Oct. 16 and underwent surgery on it Oct. 19, according to an Instagram posts from his parents, Caroline and Luke Bryan. "Not the best day for Bo, or our family, but he'll be back!!!! Dang collarbone...and of course Luke can't take a serious picture," Lina's posted on Instagram.
BGA football QB Bo Bryan, son of Luke Bryan, has surgery for broken collarbone
Updated Oct. 19, 2026, 4:11 p.m. CT Battle Ground Academy quarterback Bo Bryan, son of country music star Luke Bryan, suffered a broken collarbone in a game on Oct. 16 and underwent surgery on it Oct. 19, according to an Instagram posts from his parents, Caroline and Luke Bryan. "Not the best day for Bo, or our family, but he'll be back!!!! Dang collarbone...and of course Luke can't take a serious picture," Lina's posted on Instagram.
BGA football QB Bo Bryan, son of Luke Bryan, has surgery for broken collarbone
Updated Oct. 19, 2026, 6:34 p.m. CT Battle Ground Academy quarterback Bo Bryan, son of country music star Luke Bryan, suffered a broken collarbone in a game on Oct. 16 and underwent surgery on it Oct. 19, according to an Instagram posts from his parents, Caroline and Luke Bryan. "Not the best day for Bo, or our family, but he'll be back!!!! Dang collarbone...and of course Luke can't take a serious picture," Lina's posted on Instagram.
TSSAA football schedule for Week 10 of Tennessee high school season Original
Oct. 19, 2026, 9:41 a.m. CT The TSSAA football season continues across Tennessee. Here is the statewide Tennessee high school football schedule for Week 10. * — denotes region game Out of state East Robertson at Greenwood, KY High School Sports: The most thorough local sports coverage in the region, from clubs through varsity.
TSSAA football schedule for Week 10 of Tennessee high school season
Here is the statewide Tennessee high school football schedule for Week 10.
TSSAA soccer, volleyball postseason stars. Vote for Ponce Law Girls Athlete of Week
There was no lack of excitement this week in TSSAA girls soccer and volleyball competition. Who do you think should be the Ponce Law Girls Athlete of the Week? Vote now! Voting closes on Oct. 22 at noon. Editor’s note: The Tennessean will remove nominees from the poll if there are evident signs of vote tampering through bots or other means. Please help us maintain the integrity of the poll by not cheating. Kaylee Martin, Cascade: Martin scored a hat trick in a 4-1 win over Community. Love crosswords?
Standout football players. Vote for Ponce Law Boys Athlete of Week
Another week of the TSSAA football season, plus TSSAA state golf tournaments, brings in a new batch of standout performances. It's your turn. Vote for who you think should be the Ponce Law Boys Athlete of the Week. Voting closes on Oct. 22 at noon. Editor’s note: The Tennessean will remove nominees from the poll if there are evident signs of vote tampering through bots or other means. Please help us maintain the integrity of the poll by not cheating.
How No. 11 Austin Peay football's defense prevented potential upset to West Georgia
Austin Peay football was on early upset alert against one-win West Georgia in the first half on Oct. 17.
Austin Peay football vs. West Georgia live updates, scores, how to watch Week 7 game
Austin Peay football is looking to bounce back on the road. The Governors (5-2, 1-1 United) travel to West Georgia (1-5, 0-1) on Oct. 17 (1 p.m. CST on ESPN+). Austin Peay is coming off of its first FCS loss of the season, which came to second-ranked Tarleton State, 40-32. Austin Peay made things interesting late against the Texans, pulling within eight points in the final seconds, but the Hail Mary attempt fell short.
Austin Peay football vs. West Georgia live updates, scores, how to watch Week 7 game
Oct. 17, 2026, 10:00 a.m. CT Austin Peay football is looking to bounce back on the road. The Governors (5-2, 1-1 United) travel to West Georgia (1-5, 0-1) on Oct. 17 (1 p.m. CST on ESPN+). Austin Peay is coming off of its first FCS loss of the season, which came to second-ranked Tarleton State, 40-32. Austin Peay made things interesting late against the Texans, pulling within eight points in the final seconds, but the Hail Mary attempt fell short.
Austin Peay football vs. West Georgia live updates, scores, how to watch Week 7 game
Austin Peay football vs. West Georgia live updates, scores, how to watch Week 7 game Austin Peay football is looking to bounce back on the road. The Governors (5-2, 1-1 United) travel to West Georgia (1-5, 0-1) on Oct. 17 (1 p.m. CST on ESPN+). Austin Peay is coming off of its first FCS loss of the season, which came to second-ranked Tarleton State, 40-32.
Austin Peay football vs. West Georgia live updates, scores, how to watch Week 7 game
Oct. 17, 2026, 10:00 a.m. CT Austin Peay football is looking to bounce back on the road. The Governors (5-2, 1-1 United) travel to West Georgia (1-5, 0-1) on Oct. 17 (1 p.m. CST on ESPN+). Austin Peay is coming off of its first FCS loss of the season, which came to second-ranked Tarleton State, 40-32. Austin Peay made things interesting late against the Texans, pulling within eight points in the final seconds, but the Hail Mary attempt fell short.
Jack Williams ranks TSSAA football top individual, team performances from Week 9
Updated Oct. 17, 2026, 1:42 a.m. CT Who had the best TSSAA football performances from the Nashville area in Week 9? Every week we rank the top five best individual and team performances in the area. Factors include statistics, quality of opponent and how wins factor into the Tennessee high school football playoffs. Top TSSAA football Week 9 individual performances ranked 1. Kinyun Ford, Fayetteville: Ford was a force on both sides of the ball. He had 16 carries for 253 yards and three touchdowns.
How Marshall commit Will Butler helped Green Hill football stun Lebanon
Updated Oct. 16, 2026, 11:15 p.m. CT Green Hill senior Will Butler led his team to a 22-19 victory over Lebanon with a game-winning touchdown. Butler also recovered a fumbled kickoff and secured a crucial third-down conversion to seal the win. The 6-foot-2 athlete recently committed to play college football at Marshall University.
How Marshall commit Will Butler helped Green Hill football stun Lebanon
LEBANON — Senior athlete Will Butler is know as "Green Will" at Green Hill because of his impact all across the school He has a 4.2 GPA in the classroom, is at every athletic event at Green Hill and has been starting for the Hawks (6-2, 2-1 Region 4-6A) as a freshman. Butler is everywhere and has done almost everything over the last four years.
How Marshall commit Will Butler helped Green Hill football stun Lebanon
LEBANON — Senior athlete Will Butler is know as "Green Will" at Green Hill because of his impact all across the school He has a 4.2 GPA in the classroom, is at every athletic event at Green Hill and has been starting for the Hawks (6-2, 2-1 Region 4-6A) as a freshman. Butler is everywhere and has done almost everything over the last four years.
Clemson football lands commitment from Wright Martin, son of CPA coach Ingle Martin
Updated Oct. 15, 2026, 12:19 p.m. CT Christ Presbyterian Academy's Wright Martin has committed to play football for Clemson. Martin is a three-star tight end and is ranked as the No. 23 prospect in Tennessee. Christ Presbyterian Academy football star Wright Martin has made his college decision a few weeks before the end of the 2026 TSSAA regular season. Martin has committed to Clemson and Dabo Swinney. "Clemson feels like a special place.
Long-term report: I adore the Cupra Raval, but its tech is testing my patience
Earlier this summer I received the wonderful news that I am to be a father for the first time. While my wife and I are obviously over the moon, it has prompted a lot of self-questioning over recent months: What kind of parent will I be? How will I balance work and family life? How will I handle it when something I love wholeheartedly leaves me wanting to pull my hair out? Thankfully, I've been getting my practice in on that last front. Enter the Cupra Raval – my current long-termer.
Vote for the most impactful TSSAA football underclassman of 2026 season in Nashville area
Oct. 13, 2026, 5:01 a.m. CT The future of TSSAA football is shining now. We showcased the top underclassmen football players in the area; now it's your turn. Vote for the top TSSAA football underclassman in the Nashville area. Voting closes on Oct. 16 at noon. Here are the nominees. Statistics were provided by area coaches and from MaxPreps.
TSSAA football schedule for Week 9 of Tennessee high school season
Here's a look at the statewide schedule for Week 9 of the TSSAA football season. Here is the statewide Tennessee high school football schedule for Week 9.
TSSAA football schedule for Week 9 of Tennessee high school season Original
Oct. 12, 2026, 10:06 a.m. CT The TSSAA football season continues across Tennessee. Here is the statewide Tennessee high school football schedule for Week 9. * — denotes region game Stream Tennessee HS football games live on NFHS Network Out of state TSD at School for the Deaf, SC (Thu) High School Sports: The most thorough local sports coverage in the region, from clubs through varsity.
How special teams errors cost Austin Peay football vs Tarleton State
Austin Peay football's special teams put the Governors in a hole they couldn't climb out of against Tarleton State.
Austin Peay football vs. Tarleton State live updates, scores, how to watch Week 6 game
Oct. 10, 2026, 3:00 p.m. CT It's a primetime matchup between two FCS top-10 squads. Austin Peay football (5-1, 1-0 United) hosts Tarleton State (5-0, 0-0 United) on Oct. 10 (6 p.m. CST on ESPN+). The Governors ranked 8th in the latest FCS poll and the Texans ranked 2nd, with one first-place vote. The Governors are coming off their 10th straight home win, beating New Haven 42-17 in Week 5. The effort was highlighted by three touchdowns from Denver Harper.
Jack Williams ranks TSSAA football top individual, team performances from Week 8 Original
Oct. 10, 2026, 1:27 a.m. CT Who had the best TSSAA football performances from the Nashville area in Week 8? Every week we rank the top five best individual and team performances in the area. Factors include statistics, quality of opponent and how wins factor into the Tennessee high school football playoffs. Top TSSAA football Week 8 individual performances ranked 1 Andre Adams, Antioch: It was a Mr. Football kind of night for Adams.
Most impactful TSSAA football underclassmen of 2026 season in Nashville area
Oct. 8, 2026, 5:04 a.m. CT Freshmen and sophomores are making a significant impact on high school football teams in the Nashville area. Several underclassmen are leading their teams in key statistical categories like rushing, receiving, and tackles. The future is now for TSSAA football as underclassmen are showing out big time. Area freshmen and sophomores are proving that while they are young, they can be impact players. Here are the top underclassmen football players from the Nashville area.
TSSAA releases final 2027-29 football classifications. Here's who moved
The TSSAA released its finalized classifications for the 2027-29 cycle on Oct. 5 and a handful of football programs have made some moves. Here are the Division I and Division II football programs that moved up or down in classification, or will play a non-region schedule for the next two seasons.
TSSAA releases final 2027-29 football classifications. Here's who moved
Updated Oct. 5, 2026, 1:52 p.m. CT The TSSAA has finalized its high school football classifications for the 2027-29 cycle. Several Division I and Division II football programs will be moving up or down in classification. A number of schools in both divisions have opted to play non-region schedules for the next two seasons. The TSSAA released its finalized classifications for the 2027-29 cycle on Oct. 5 and a handful of football programs have made some moves.
TSSAA releases final 2027-29 football classifications. Here's who moved
Oct. 5, 2026, 1:00 p.m. CT The TSSAA has finalized its high school football classifications for the 2027-29 cycle. Several Division I and Division II football programs will be moving up or down in classification. A number of schools in both divisions have opted to play non-region schedules for the next two seasons. The TSSAA released its finalized classifications for the 2027-29 cycle on Oct. 5 and a handful of football programs have made some moves.
Standout TSSAA football players up for Ponce Law Boys Athlete of Week
Another week of the TSSAA football season brings in a new batch of standout performances. It's your turn. Vote for who you think should be the Ponce Law Boys Athlete of the Week. Voting closes on Oct. 8 at noon. Editor's note: The Tennessean will remove nominees from the poll if there are evident signs of vote tampering through bots or other means. Please help us maintain the integrity of the poll by not cheating.
TSSAA football schedule for Week 8 of Tennessee high school season
The TSSAA football season continues across Tennessee. Here is the statewide Tennessee high school football schedule for Week 8.
TSSAA football schedule for Week 8 of Tennessee high school season
Here is the statewide Tennessee high school football schedule for Week 8. More: Subscribe to The Bootleg, our free weekly newsletter with new, exclusive Tennessee high school football content Marion Co. at Grundy Co. * More: Tennessee high school statewide football rankings in Week 7. Who earned 1st-place votes?
Austin Peay football vs. New Haven live updates, scores, how to watch Week 5 game
Oct. 3, 2026, 1:00 p.m. CT Austin Peay football is looking to extend its program record winning streak to 10 games. The Governors (4-1, 1-0 United) play New Haven (1-4, 0-1 Northeast) on Oct. 3 (4 p.m. CT, ESPN+) at Fortera Stadium. In Week 4, Austin Peay got off to a slow start, trailing at halftime against UT Martin before rattling off 28 unanswered points in a 35-12 victory over the Skyhawks.
Jack Williams ranks TSSAA football top individual, team performances from Week 7
Who had the best TSSAA football performances from the Nashville area in Week 7? Every week we rank the top five best individual and team performances in the area. Factors include statistics, quality of opponent and how wins factor into the Tennessee high school football playoffs. Top TSSAA football Week 7 individual performances ranked 1. Miles Reding, Kirkwood: Reding was 19-of-24 passing for 303 yards and five touchdowns.
Jack Williams ranks TSSAA football top individual, team performances from Week 7
Oct. 3, 2026, 1:22 a.m. CT Who had the best TSSAA football performances from the Nashville area in Week 7? Every week we rank the top five best individual and team performances in the area. Factors include statistics, quality of opponent and how wins factor into the Tennessee high school football playoffs. Top TSSAA football Week 7 individual performances ranked 1. Miles Reding, Kirkwood: Reding was 19-of-24 passing for 303 yards and five touchdowns.
Why MBA football is having no issue cutting into 'meat' of schedule
Oct. 2, 2026, 10:47 p.m. CT Montgomery Bell Academy defeated Christ Presbyterian Academy 14-10 in a Week 7 matchup. MBA relied on its running game to overcome rainy conditions on a natural grass field. The team remains focused on the current season despite recent changes to the DII-AAA football classification. Montgomery Bell Academy football knows that it's going to be put to the test from here on out.
Why MBA football is having no issue cutting into 'meat' of schedule
Montgomery Bell Academy football knows that it's going to be put to the test from here on out. Opening the season with a 5-0 record, the Big Red's win streak was snapped in blowout fashion in Week 6 against Baylor. Christ Presbyterian Academy (0-7, 0-1 AAA-East) was next on the docket, and MBA had not beaten CPA since 2022.
TSSAA chooses to freeze Division II-AAA football classification for 2027-29 cycle to 8 teams
The TSSAA will freeze its Division II football classifications for the 2027-29 cycle. Eight teams will compete in Division II-AAA, clarifying it's previous 12-team rule in the classification. TSSAA executive director Mark Reeves said when it set classification there were 12 teams. Four teams later opted out of that classification , choosing to play a non-region schedule. Reeves said previously adjustments in other classifications haven't been adapted when there were teams choosing to go non-region.
Nashville Christian football to move to TSSAA's Division II-AA for next 2 years
Nashville Christian football will be moving up to the TSSAA's Division II-AA for the next two seasons, the school announced in a press release on Oct. 2. Nashville Christian said it had elected to make the voluntary move up from DII-A. The Eagles have won the last two state championships in Division II's smallest classification.
Nashville Christian football to move to TSSAA's Division II-AA for next 2 years
Nashville Christian football will be moving up to the TSSAA's Division II-AA for the next two seasons, the school announced in a press release on Oct. 2. Nashville Christian said it had elected to make the voluntary move up from DII-A. The Eagles have won the last two state championships in Division II's smallest classification.
Nashville Christian football to move to TSSAA's Division II-AA for next 2 years
Updated Oct. 2, 2026, 1:45 p.m. CT The school announced the decision in a press release on October 2. Nashville Christian football will be moving up to the TSSAA's Division II-AA for the next two seasons, the school announced in a press release on Oct. 2. Nashville Christian said it had elected to make the voluntary move up from DII-A. The Eagles have won the last two state championships in Division II's smallest classification.
Why TSSAA says it must take deeper look into issues surrounding Division II-AAA
Oct. 1, 2026, 8:24 p.m. CT The TSSAA Board of Control voted to freeze its DII-AAA football classification at eight teams for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. This decision follows seven schools opting to play independent, non-region schedules, making them ineligible for the TSSAA playoffs. The TSSAA will not pull teams from lower classifications to fill the vacancies, setting aside its bylaw requiring 12 DII-AAA teams.
Why TSSAA says it must take deeper look into issues surrounding Division II-AAA
MT. JULIET — The TSSAA's Board of Control voted 12-0 to freeze its DII-AAA football classification during an emergency meeting on Oct. 1, vowing to examine the issues surrounding the classification in the wake of seven schools opting to play a non-region schedule for the 2027 and 2028 football seasons.
TSSAA chooses to freeze Division II-AAA football classification for 2027-29 cycle to 8 teams
Updated Oct. 1, 2026, 3:21 p.m. CT The TSSAA will freeze its Division II football classifications for the 2027-29 cycle. Eight teams will compete in Division II-AAA, clarifying it's previous 12-team rule in the classification. TSSAA executive director Mark Reeves said when it set classification there were 12 teams. Four teams later opted out of that classification, choosing to play a non-region schedule.
Chattanooga Christian is next in TSSAA football's Division II to go independent
Sept. 29, 2026, 4:02 p.m. CT Chattanooga Christian's football team will play an independent schedule for the 2027-29 cycle. The school will be ineligible for the TSSAA playoffs during this period. The decision follows a TSSAA reclassification to Division II-AAA due to the school's enrollment size. Chattanooga Christian will play an independent football schedule for the upcoming 2027-29 cycle and will not participate in the TSSAA playoffs, according Chattanooga Times Free Press' Stephen Hargis.
Tracking TSSAA football's Division II-AAA programs that will play independent
The TSSAA's Division II-AAA football teams are nearing a critical deadline. After the TSSAA released classifications for the 2027-2029 cycle on Sept. 22, multiple Division II-AAA football programs announced their intent to play an independent, non-region schedule for the next two seasons. Those schools will be ineligible for TSSAA playoffs starting next season. Oct.
Vote for the TSSAA football Nashville area midseason offensive player of the year
Updated Sept. 29, 2026, 12:10 p.m. CT We've reached the midway point of the TSSAA football season. The Tennessean has released its lists of the top offensive and defensive players at the midseason point, along with our midseason report. We've selected the top 15 offensive players in the area, now it's your turn. Vote for the TSSAA football Nashville area midseason offensive player of the year below. The poll closes on Oct. 2 at noon.
Vote for the TSSAA football Nashville area midseason offensive player of the year
We've reached the midway point of the TSSAA football season. The Tennessean has released its lists of the top offensive and defensive players at the midseason point, along with our midseason report. We've selected the top 15 offensive players in the area, now it's your turn. Vote for the TSSAA football Nashville area midseason offensive player of the year below. The poll closes on Oct. 2 at noon.
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