Buford, Carrollton and Central Cobb advance in Week 11

Cobb County football teams competed in Week 11 of the Georgia High School Association season on Friday, Nov. 20, 2026.

The county's top-ranked squads in Class 7A secured victories, while teams in lower classifications faced varying degrees of success and defeat. Buford, Carrollton, and Central Cobb all won their respective matchups, maintaining their standing in the regional rankings.

In Class 7A, Buford defeated Discovery 67-0 at home. The Braves led 46-0 at halftime, establishing a dominant early advantage. Quarterback DJ Hunter completed five of eight passes for 116 yards and three touchdowns. He threw a 48-yard score to Braylon Williams and a 62-yard strike to Seven Rashad. Jean-Marc Leboehi and DJ Ford each recorded interceptions for the defense. Buford is scheduled to face Central Gwinnett next on Friday.

Carrollton beat East Coweta 48-17 in Week 11. The Red Devils scored on all seven possessions, with six of those drives covering at least 77 yards. CJ Cypher passed for 440 yards and six touchdowns on 22 of 29 attempts. Darrell McFadden caught five passes for 121 yards and one score. London Munz added three receptions for 75 yards and two touchdowns. Nick Archer rushed for 89 yards on nine carries. Carrollton has now entered the playoffs.

Central Cobb defeated East Cobb 38-14 in a Class 6A matchup. The Braves controlled the game to secure their ninth win of the season. Central Cobb will face North Cobb in the playoffs.

Other Cobb County teams had less favorable outcomes. East Cobb lost to Central Cobb, dropping their record to 5-4. They will play North Cobb in the playoffs. North Cobb defeated East Cobb 34-14, improving to 8-2. The team will face Effingham in the next round. Effingham lost to Central Cobb 27-15, falling to 7-2. They are set to play South Cobb in the playoffs.

In Class 5A, Marietta defeated Center 31-14. The team improved to 7-2 and will play South Cobb next. South Cobb lost to Effingham 27-15, dropping to 8-2. They face North Cobb in the playoffs. North Cobb beat Effingham 34-14, moving to 8-2. They are scheduled to face Effingham again in the playoffs. Effingham lost to Central Cobb 27-15, falling to 7-2. They will play South Cobb next.

In Class 4A, Cobb County teams showed resilience. Centennial defeated West Cobb 34-21, improving to 7-2. They will face North Cobb in the playoffs. West Cobb lost to Centennial 34-21, dropping to 2-7. They face North Cobb next. North Cobb defeated West Cobb 34-21, moving to 8-2. They are set to play Effingham in the playoffs. Effingham lost to Central Cobb 27-15, falling to 7-2. They will play South Cobb next.

The next round of games for Cobb County teams is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 27, 2026. Playoffs begin for several local squads as they advance in the state tournament.