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Walton running back Christian Lavette (right) makes a move on Roswell defensive back Reid Lubitz during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. Roswell won, 32-20. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell running back Ian Hulbert (center) runs after a catch as Walton linebacker Garrison Muller (left) closes in for a tackle during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton quarterback Christion Peacock (left) runs against Roswell linebacker Jake Smith during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell defensive back Ian Foust (right) works to tackle Walton wide receiver Jordan Peacock after a reception during the fourth quarter of the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell wide receiver Dre Cousey (front) runs for a large gain against Walton during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell quarterback Matthew Schletty celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown during the fourth quarter of the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell wide receiver Dre Cousey (right) runs for a large gain against Walton as Roswell quarterback Matthew Schletty (back) celebrates during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton quarterback Christion Peacock attempts a pass against Roswell during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton wide receiver Jordan Peacock (left) runs for a touchdown reception against Roswell during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton wide receiver Jordan Peacock (right) runs past Roswell defensive back Nicholas Daniels on a touchdown reception during Day 2 of the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell quarterback Matthew Schletty looks to pass during the first half against Walton in the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton quarterback Christion Peacock (front) attempts a pass against Roswell during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell quarterback Matthew Schletty (center) runs against Walton linebacker Christian Lavette (left) and Walton defensive back MJ Burnett during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell running back Jaden Allen (right) celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown against Walton during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell running back Jaden Allen (center) celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown against Walton during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton wide receiver Jordan Peacock (center) returns a kickoff for yards against Roswell defenders during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton wide receiver Jordan Peacock (center) celebrates with teammates after scoring a long touchdown reception against Roswell during Day 2 of the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton wide receiver Jordan Peacock (left) scores a receiving touchdown against Roswell defensive back Christian English during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Walton wide receiver Jordan Peacock (front) scores a receiving touchdown against Roswell defensive back Christian English during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell defensive lineman Jaxon Holly (center) returns an interception for a touchdown against Walton during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Roswell defensive lineman Jaxon Holly (second from left) celebrates after returning an interception for a touchdown against Walton during Day 2 of the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Walton running back Christian Lavette (right) makes a move on Roswell defensive back Reid Lubitz during the Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Atlanta. Roswell won, 32-20. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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