Peyton Manning's freshman son makes his debut, but freak running back steals the show
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Key Points:
- High school football has officially returned for the 2026 season, with games kicking off nationwide and significant attention on standout players like freshman quarterback Marshall Manning, son of Peyton Manning.
- Marshall Manning made his debut for Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with his first completion going to a player named Cornbread Adams, though he played sparingly as a freshman.
- The standout performance of the night came from running back David Gabriel Georges, a 5-star Tennessee commit, who impressed with three touchdowns and 250 total yards, drawing comparisons to Derrick Henry.
- Georges' dominant play and physicality captivated social media and high school football fans, highlighting the excitement and talent present at the high school level this season.
- The return of high school football marks the beginning of the football season, with college football starting next week and the NFL following two weeks later, signaling a full football calendar ahead.
