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HS football playoffs: State quarterfinal scores, recaps

Headed to the state semifinals: Collins Hill wide receiver Travis Hunter (12), quarterback Sam Horn (21), and teammates celebrate Friday's 21-14 victory over Parkview in the Class 7A state quarterfinals. Collins Hill will face Lowndes in the state semifinals next week.

Collins Hill wide receiver Logan Brown celebrates after the state quarterfinal win over Parkview.

Collins Hill coach Lenny Gregory celebrates with wife Kathy after his team's 21-14 victory over Parkview Friday.

On to the state semifinals: Anthony McGrady and Lee County are now only two wins away from the Class 6A title after Friday's 49-31 quarterfinal victory over River Ridge. Lee County will play in the state semifinals next week.

State quarterfinals: River Ridge wide receiver Jackson Head (13) falls just short of a touchdown run during the first half of Friday's Class 6A quarterfinal game against Lee County in Woodstock.

Lee County's Caleb McDowell (5) outruns Tristan Thompson of River Ridge (54) as he's headed to the end zone for a touchdown in Friday's Class 6A state quarterfinal.

River Ridge’s Andrew Bingham (2) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of Friday's state quarterfinal against Lee County.

Lee County wide receiver Jevell Fugerson (8) hauls in a catch for a touchdown during Friday's game against River Ridge.

Lee County linebacker Baron Hopson (19) and defensive back Quavian Carter (11) make a tackle on River Ridge tight end Riley Cainse (3) during the first half of Friday's game.

Lee County's Tyrus Washington (20) heads downfield during Friday's game.

Lee County RB Caleb McDowell (5) stares toward the River Ridge sideline prior to Friday's game.

Parkview running back Cody Brown (7) runs against Collins Hill linebacker Adarius Jones (1) in the first half of Friday's Class 7A state quarterfinal matchup.

Parkview running back Cody Brown (7) runs for a large gain against Collins Hill in the first half of Friday's game.

Collins Hill wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs after a catch against Parkview linebacker Jamir Smith (35) in the first half of Friday's game.

Dec. 11, 2020 - Suwanee, Ga: Collins Hill wide receiver Sean Norris (5) fights for extra yards against Parkview with help from Collins Hill offensive lineman Lucas Kulig (54) in the first half of the Class AAAAAAA quarterfinals game at Collins Hill high school Friday, December 11, 2020 in Suwanee, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Dec. 11, 2020 - Suwanee, Ga: Collins Hill quarterback Sam Horn (21) runs against Parkview defensive end Kwesi Tillman (45) in the first half of the Class AAAAAAA quarterfinals game at Collins Hill high school Friday, December 11, 2020 in Suwanee, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Dec. 11, 2020 - Suwanee, Ga: Collins Hill quarterback Sam Horn (21) attempts a pass against Parkview in the first half of the Class AAAAAAA quarterfinals game at Collins Hill high school Friday, December 11, 2020 in Suwanee, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Dec. 11, 2020 - Suwanee, Ga: Collins Hill defensive back Travis Hunter (12) returns an interception for a touchdown in the first half against Parkview during the Class AAAAAAA quarterfinals game at Collins Hill high school Friday, December 11, 2020 in Suwanee, Ga.. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

Parkview defensive back Jared Brown (1) intercepts a pass intended for Collins Hill wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) in the second half of Friday's state quarterfinal matchup.

Parkview quarterback Colin Houck (11) attempts a pass during the first half of Friday's state quarterfinal against Collins Hill.

River Ridge’s Micah Martineau (18) congratulates Lee County’s Cedric Wynn (1) after their Class 6A quarterfinal game Friday, December 11, 2020 in Woodstock. (PHOTO/Daniel Varnado)

Lee County defensive lineman Damarion Roberts (33) carries the ball towards the end zone late in the second half of his Class 6A quarterfinal game Friday, December 11, 2020 in Woodstock. (PHOTO/Daniel Varnado)

Lee County running back Caleb McDowell (5) runs the ball into the end zone as defensive back Anthony McGrady (2) celebrates during the second half of their Class 6A quarterfinal game Friday, December 11, 2020 in Woodstock. (PHOTO/Daniel Varnado)

Lee County running back Caleb McDowell (5) maneuvers the ball against River Ridge’s Scotty Rutherford (24) during the second half of their Class 6A quarterfinal game Friday, December 11, 2020 in Woodstock. (PHOTO/Daniel Varnado)

River Ridge defensive back Connor Gross (23) puts his shoulder into Lee County running back Caleb McDowell (5) for a tackle as he carries the ball in the second half of their Class 6A quarterfinal game Friday, December 11, 2020 in Woodstock. (PHOTO/Daniel Varnado)

River Ridge’s Andrew Bingham (2) is brought down by Lee County defensive players during the second half of Friday's state quarterfinal matchup.

Dec. 11, 2020 - Suwanee, Ga: Parkview quarterback Colin Houck (11) is stopped by Collins Hill defensive lineman Asani Redwood (23) and teammates on ParkviewÕs final offensive play on a 4th down attempt in the second half at Collins Hill high school Friday, December 11, 2020 in Suwanee, Ga.. Collins Hill defeated Parkview 21-14 to advance to the Class AAAAAAA semi-finals next week. JASON GETZ FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION

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Headed to the state semifinals: Collins Hill wide receiver Travis Hunter (12), quarterback Sam Horn (21), and teammates celebrate Friday's 21-14 victory over Parkview in the Class 7A state quarterfinals. Collins Hill will face Lowndes in the state semifinals next week. (Jason Getz/Special to the AJC)

By AJC

Updated Dec 12, 2020

Grayson, the top ranked team in Class 7A, rolled into the state semifinals with a 33-0 quarterfinal victory over West Forsyth Friday.

The Rams will meet Gwinnett County foe Norcross in next week’s state semifinal contest. The Blue Devils advanced with Friday’s 17-7 quarterfinal victory over Colquitt County.

In Class 5A, No. 2 Warner Robins topped No. 1 Blessed Trinity 35-28. Five-time defending Class 1A Private champion Eagle’s Landing Christian was knocked out of the state playoffs by No. 1 Prince Avenue Christian 38-0.

After next week’s semifinals, there will be a week off for Christmas before the eight finals Dec. 28-30 at Georgia State’s Center Parc Stadium.

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