On Monday, Prep Ballers will make the trip to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the GHSA State Championship games to cover all eight championship matchups.
To kickoff Tuesday's action, the Pierce County Bears (13-1) will take on the Rockmart Yellowjackets (12-2) in a battle of former state champions.
The Bears are three points away from a potential undefeated season, while the Yellowjackets have yet to lose to a AA team this season.
Things are pretty quiet for both teams as far as recruiting goes, but there are a number of names fans will surely see at the next level.
Below is a list of all players with college offers, along with a hyperlink to their recruiting profile if available.
Pierce County
2024 linebacker/tight end Carson Sloan (three Division I offers)
Rockmart
2024 athlete Brent Washington (seven Division I offers)
2024 defensive back Anson High (one Division III offer)
2024 defensive back Rakaylin Glover (one Division III offer)
2024 athlete Calliyon Thompson (one Division III offer)
2025 athlete Tristan Anderson (five Division I offers)
Analysis and Pick
While Pierce County has been ranked arguably the best team in AA all season, Tuesday's first matchup may be one of the week's most difficult picks to make.
Both teams have showcased elite offense all season, but the Pierce County defense has been on a different level than that of the Yellowjackets. The Bears have pitched three shutouts and allow just over one touchdown per game this season.
Given the nature and history of GHSA playoff games, I expect a high-scoring matchup to open up the afternoon. However, I think the Bears emerge victorious on the back of their strong rushing game and a game-changing play from an elite defense.
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