Morgan County Football 2025

Morgan County senior running back Christian Monfort is primed for a big game on Friday night against Westside. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior running back Christian Monfort is primed for a big game on Friday night against Westside. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

‘Dogs to open region play against Westside

Morgan County (5-0) had a bye last week and is set to begin region play this Friday against Westside of Macon.The Seminoles (1-4) have had a tough start to the season, but hope to right the ship this week against the ’Dogs.
Morgan County senior quarterback Davis Strickland recently announced his commitment to the University of West Georgia. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County senior quarterback Davis Strickland recently announced his commitment to the University of West Georgia. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County QB Davis Strickland commits to West Georgia

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland recently decided where he wants to play at the next level.The senior gunslinger for the ‘Dogs chose to stay in the Peach State and recently committed to West Georgia.
Morgan County wide receiver Wyatt Singleton attempts to break away from a Cedar Shoals defender after hauling in a pass from quarterback Davis Strickland. JIM TURNER/Contributed

Morgan County wide receiver Wyatt Singleton attempts to break away from a Cedar Shoals defender after hauling in a pass from quarterback Davis Strickland. JIM TURNER/Contributed

'Dogs use team effort to defeat Jags

Morgan County relied on a team effort to beat Cedar Shoals 46-20 on Sept. 12 during its homecoming game.The Dogs (5-0) made plays in all three phases – offense, defense, and special teams – to dominate the Jaguars.Early on, their offense took control, scoring on their first six possessions.
Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (4) threw for four touchdowns in a win over Greene County last Friday. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland (4) threw for four touchdowns in a win over Greene County last Friday. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Dogs rout Tigers 63-20 behind offensive explosion

Morgan County (4-0) used an explosive offensive attack to defeat rival Greene County (0-3) on Sept. 3.The Dogs easily dominated the Tigers 63-20, as they put up 407 yards of total offense.Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins believes the team had an overall great night on the road.
Morgan County senior wide receiver Jacoby Simmons (12) races down the field past Oconee County defenders on his 77-yard touchdown run on the Dogs’ first play from scrimmage this past Friday. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County senior wide receiver Jacoby Simmons (12) races down the field past Oconee County defenders on his 77-yard touchdown run on the Dogs’ first play from scrimmage this past Friday. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Dogs take down Oconee to remain undefeated

Morgan County played Oconee County on Friday, Aug. 29, in its third game of the season.The Dogs whipped the Class 3A Warriors from start to finish, securing a 35-14 win to remain undefeated.Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins was pleased with several areas on both offense and defense.
Christian Monfort (23) runs past defenders, rumbling his way down the field toward the end zone. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Christian Monfort (23) runs past defenders, rumbling his way down the field toward the end zone. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Monfort’s 4 TDs help Dogs run all over War Eagles

Christian Monfort played a major role in Morgan County’s decisive 46-14 win over Putnam County on Aug. 22.The senior tailback rushed 16 times for 171 yards and four touchdowns.
Morgan County and Putnam County will face off this Friday in Madison at Bill Corry Stadium for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff. LANCE McCURLEY/File photo

Morgan County and Putnam County will face off this Friday in Madison at Bill Corry Stadium for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff. LANCE McCURLEY/File photo

Dogs favored over War Eagles in rivalry game

Putnam County (1-0) and Morgan County (1-0) will renew their rivalry Friday night at Bill Corry Stadium in Madison. Last season, the Dogs defeated the War Eagles 42-28 in a shootout. Morgan is favored to win 48-16 this year, according to the Massey Ratings prediction by On3.com.
Morgan County running back Christian Monfort runs past Warren County defenders. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County running back Christian Monfort runs past Warren County defenders. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Balanced offense leads Morgan past Warren

Morgan County handled business in its season opener Aug. 16 against Warren County.The game was postponed from Friday to Saturday due to severe weather conditions, but that didn’t affect the Dogs (1-0) as they dominated the Screaming Devils 53-16 at Albert J. Massey Field.
Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland hands the ball off to running back Christian Monfort during a scrimmage against Cherokee Bluff on Aug. 7. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan County quarterback Davis Strickland hands the ball off to running back Christian Monfort during a scrimmage against Cherokee Bluff on Aug. 7. SKYLA MORRIS/Staff

Morgan offense impresses in scrimmage

Morgan County faced off against Cherokee Bluff in a scrimmage on Aug. 7.The Dogs secured a 29-21 victory over the Bears in their home game at Bill Corry Stadium.Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins was happy with the Dogs’ performance in the team’s preseason contest.
Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins heads into his fifth season with the program and he has high expectations for this year. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County head coach Clint Jenkins heads into his fifth season with the program and he has high expectations for this year. LANCE MCCURLEY/Staff

All about ‘mindset’ for Morgan County coach Clint Jenkins

The school year has officially kicked off, meaning Friday-night lights are just around the corner.After a successful 2024 season, Morgan County is anticipating its return to Bill Corry Stadium, where the ‘Dogs remained undefeated last season before finishing 11-2 overall.