Baxter Threw for Seven Touchdowns to Top Week 12 Stats
The Christian Heritage quarterback finished the regular season as the leading passer in his division, while a Cairo wide receiver scored on every single touch.
By Alessia Desai ·
Christian Heritage quarterback Charlie Baxter passed for seven touchdowns against Chattooga on Monday. The 22-of-28 effort yielded 403 yards and powered a 52-21 victory. Baxter added 45 rushing yards to complete his performance. He finished the regular season as the top passer in the Class 4A-2A Private division with 2,768 total yards.
Cairo wide receiver and defensive back Bryian Duncan recorded five touchdowns on five touches during a 46-14 win over Bainbridge. His scores came from a 15-yard reception, a 36-yard run, a 49-yard reception, a 55-yard punt return, and a 65-yard free-kick return. Duncan's versatility made him the most productive player of the week in Georgia high school football.
Appling County running back and linebacker Jaiden Knight led the state in rushing with 167 yards on 15 carries. He also caught two passes for 73 yards and a touchdown in a 35-21 victory over Pierce County. Knight made six tackles in the game, contributing to the defensive effort as well as the offensive surge.
Chattahoochee running back Brayson Penrose rushed for 103 yards and three touchdowns in a 13-12 win over Lake County. His performance was the only positive stat line for the offense in the close game. Penrose's durability and consistency were evident in the final minutes of the contest.
The following players also posted strong statistical lines in Week 12 games across the state. Warren County quarterback Robert Robinson completed 33 of 33 passes for 433 yards, four touchdowns, and no interceptions in a 47-33 win over Southwestern. He also rushed for 142 yards and a touchdown in the game.
Lake County quarterback Cason Wren passed for 391 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions in a 33-47 loss to Southwestern. He rushed for two touchdowns and 33 yards in the game. His performance was notable despite the final score.
The week saw several other standout performances in the Georgia high school football rankings. These included strong showings from players in the best of the rest category, who contributed to their team's results with significant yardage and scoring.
The regular season for many teams concluded or neared its end following these games. Players like Baxter and Duncan set season records that will define their legacy in the state. Their statistical marks will be compared to previous seasons in the coming days.
