National Signing Day has changed, and February is now one of the most misunderstood moments in the recruiting calendar. In this offseason episode, we examine how the early signing period, the transfer portal, and NIL have reshaped opportunities for high school players across the state. You hear candid insight from analysts and coaches on why patience matters, how smaller programs function as farm systems, and what families should consider before rushing to sign.

The Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast wraps up the GHSA state championships with an All-Stars edition featuring journalists and broadcasters from across the state. Jon Nelson and Niki Noto Palmer break down dominant performances, unforgettable finishes, and what this championship class says about Georgia high school football. From Buford’s national title case to flag football’s rise, this episode captures the full scope of championship week.

On this penultimate Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, you join the crew as they preview a packed week of GHSA high school football, from the Gainesville vs. Rome 5A semifinal at Barron Stadium to the Buford vs. Carrollton clash for the 6A state title. Gainesville head coach Josh Niblett and Rome head coach John Reid share how their teams handled an unusual playoff delay, how they build program culture from second grade through varsity, and what it takes to survive a schedule full of state contenders.

Join Niki and Jon for a look at one of the most unsettling weeks in Georgia high school football. They revisit the Brunswick vs. Gainesville playoff fight and the court ruling that has placed Class 5A in legal limbo. GHSA executive director Dr. Tim Scott explains the incident, the suspensions, and how the association reads its bylaws. The crew also previews semifinal matchups across every classification, including Carrollton vs. North Gwinnett and Buford vs. Valdosta. It is a clear and detailed look at the place where player safety, due process, and the pursuit of a state title all meet on Football Fridays in Georgia.

Jon and Niki talk with Carrollton Head Coach Joey King and Jackson County Head Coach Korey Mobbs about the importance of Thanksgiving Week practice as their teams prepare for formidable matchups this weekend. Also: a brawl at the Gainesville-Brunswick game results in large scale player suspensions; Thanksgiving food favorites, and more!

North Gwinnett head coach Eric Godfree and Lowndes head coach Adam Carter join the podcast to break down their second-round showdown in Suwanee and what it takes to survive the Georgia high school football playoffs. Then, Berrien head coach Jackson Dean shares how his Rebels traveled from Nashville to Barnesville and shocked previously unbeaten Lamar County for just the second playoff win in school history. Hosts Jon and Niki also zoom around the brackets to highlight other favorites and upsets across the state.

Round one of the Georgia high school football playoffs is here, and the Game of the Week sends Colquitt County to Mill Creek. Josh Lovelady, Tyler Aurandt, and Sean Calhoun join to break down momentum, matchups, and the little details that decide November football. We cover travel operations, film study, bye week rhythm, and why field position and patience still win in Georgia.

We bring you a fast, friendly tour of the 2025 Georgia high school football playoffs with the GPB All-Stars. GHSF Daily's Todd Holcomb, 13WMAZ’s Cecily Stoute and Sami Kostas, ITG Next’s Phil Jones, and GPB’s Matt Stewart break down Valdosta’s region title, Hoschton’s marquee Colquitt County–Mill Creek matchup, dark horses, and first-round games worth the drive. You get where to go, who to watch, and why the new power-ranking era matters.