Two of Georgia’s most nationally recognized programs are set to meet in one of the most anticipated high school football matchups of the 2025 season, as the Grayson Rams prepare to face the Carrollton Trojans. Both teams enter the contest holding national rankings from multiple outlets, highlighting the depth and talent within Georgia’s high school football landscape.
Grayson comes into the matchup widely regarded as one of the top teams in the nation. The Rams are ranked No. 1 by MaxPreps, ITG Next, and High School Football America. Rivals places Grayson at No. 4, while Sports Illustrated lists the Rams at No. 2. With consensus top-five national status across all major evaluation platforms, Grayson has solidified itself as a powerhouse program with championship expectations.
Carrollton also enters the matchup with strong national recognition across multiple outlets. The Trojans are ranked No. 11 by both MaxPreps and Sports Illustrated, No. 22 by Rivals, No. 16 by ITG Next, and No. 39 by High School Football America. Led by a fast-paced offense and a tradition of producing elite talent, Carrollton continues to maintain its position as one of the state’s premier programs.
The convergence of these national rankings sets the stage for a marquee Georgia showdown with playoff implications and national relevance. With Grayson holding four top-five national placements and Carrollton ranked inside the top 25 in several polls, the matchup offers a rare meeting of two programs consistently recognized among the best in the country.
As both teams prepare for kickoff, eyes across Georgia and the national high school football community will be focused on this clash of ranked heavyweights, one that could influence future rankings and shape the playoff path for two of the state’s most storied programs.
