The Dawson County Tigers traveled to Blue Ridge on Friday, Oct. 19 to take on the Fannin County Rebels in their first game since their first-of-the-season loss to Greater Atlanta Christian at the beginning of the month. From the opening snap it was obvious that the Tigers had learned from that loss as they powered their way up and down the field behind a dominant defensive line and a resurgent passing game, overpowering the Rebels in a 53–7 victory. The Tiger defense was put to the test first as the Rebels elected to receive the opening kickoff. Featuring junior running back Trelyn Owensby, who has run for over 200 yards twice this season, Fannin County’s run-based attack quickly knocked out back-to-back first downs before the Tiger defensive line, led by senior Zac Baloga, was able to force the Rebels into a punting situation.