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2026 Public Schools Top 100 Preview: No. 6 Carrollton
Carrollton opens No. 6 with quarterback CJ Cypher, a talented offensive line and a roster equipped for Georgia’s toughest path.
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Aug. 22: at Rome Aug. 28: vs Columbia Sept. 4: at Catholic (LA) Sept. 11: vs Hapeville Sept. 18: vs West Charlotte (NC) Sept. 25: at Archer Oct. 9: at Douglas County Oct. 16: vs Northgate Oct. 23: at Westlake Oct. 30: vs East Coweta
Christian “CJ” Cypher — QB, 2029 Cypher is a 6’2”, 190-pound quarterback and one of the biggest reasons Carrollton starts this high. Returning quarterback play matters in any preseason ranking, and as a freshman, CJ threw for 2,176 yards and 26 touchdowns while completing 71% of his passes. That gives the Trojans a clear identity entering 2026. He is young, talented and already trusted with leading one of the top public-school programs in the country. The Class of 2029 prospect has received more than 22 Division I offers and recently announced his commitment to Miami. Kweli Fielder — OL Fielder, who also recently announced his commitment to Miami, is one of the most important returning players on the roster and gives Carrollton a major piece up front. With a returning quarterback, having a confirmed offensive line anchor matters. Fielder is a key part of the reason the Trojans’ offensive profile is strong enough to open inside the national top 10. Rontre Welch — WR Welch is one of the key names to watch in the Carrollton passing game. With Cypher back at quarterback, Carrollton needs its perimeter weapons to keep the offense explosive, and Welch has a chance to be one of the main pieces in that group. Tyler Boyd — DB Boyd is one of the key returning defensive backs for Carrollton and gives the Trojans an important piece on the back end. The 4-star 2028 prospect has received more than 25 Division I offers. Mike Thomas — DL Thomas is listed among Carrollton’s returning defensive linemen and gives the Trojans another important piece in the front. Carrollton has to stay physical up front to survive its schedule and compete deep into the Georgia playoffs. Demetrius Carter — DL Carter is another returning defensive lineman for Carrollton and should be part of the group expected to help set the tone defensively. The Trojans’ defensive front will be one of the biggest factors in whether they can get back to the state championship level. Zach Watts — RB Watts, a transfer from Carver (GA), earned First-Team MaxPreps Freshman All-America honors last season after rushing for 1,037 yards and 17 touchdowns. He looks like a key offseason addition for the Trojans’ offense. In addition to the names above, Carrollton’s roster still has enough talent and program depth to compete with anyone in Georgia. The Trojans will need new players to step into larger roles, but the returning core is strong enough to keep expectations high.
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Carrollton opens No. 6 with quarterback CJ Cypher, a talented offensive line and a roster equipped for Georgia’s toughest path.
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Carrollton enters 2026 coming off a 14-1 season, a Georgia 6A state runner-up finish, and a #8 ranking in the #PublicSchoolsTop25.
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