PHOTOS: Defending champion Grayson defeats Collins Hill in season opener

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Defending champion Grayson defeats Collins Hill 51-13 in season opener.

Collins Hill middle linebacker Jack Hernandez makes a tackle on Grayson tight end George Nagbe during the second half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson quarterback Travis Burgess maneuvers the ball past Collins Hill’s defense to score a touchdown during the second half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Collins Hill safety Jayden Revill signals a fumble recovery by the Eagles against Grayson during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson’s London Goggans carries the ball for a gain in yardage against Collins Hill during the second half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Collins Hill wide receiver Atticus Joseph loses control of the ball after being hit by Grayson defensive back Damari Clemons during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson wide receiver Jonathan Stafford carries the ball for a touchdown against Collins Hill during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson head coach Santavious Bryant watches the on-field action during the second half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson quarterback Travis Burgess drops back for a pass to a receiver during the second half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Collins Hill kicker Tristan McGruder reacts to fumbling the ball during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson wide receiver Jonathan Stafford reacts to his touchdown against Collins Hill during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Collins Hill defensive end Deuce Geralds sets up against Grayson during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson fans celebrate the Ram’s first touchdown against Collins Hill during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson running back Ashton Turner (left) celebrates his touchdown against Collins Hill during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

A Grayson cheerleader waits for the Rams to take the field at the start of their game at Collins Hill Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Grayson quarterback Travis Burgess hands off to running back Brandon Gray during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Collins Hall quarterback Makyree Cross drops back for a pass against Grayson during the first half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Collins Hill head coach Drew Swick watches the Eagles during the first half of play against Grayson Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

A fan waits in the bleachers during a rain delay at Collins Hill Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

A fan pumps up the student section during a rain delay at Collins Hill Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

Fans huddle under umbrellas during a lightning and rain delay Friday, August 15, 2025 at Collins Hill High School. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

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Collins Hill middle linebacker Jack Hernandez makes a tackle on Grayson tight end George Nagbe during the second half of play Friday, August 15, 2025. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

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