Pearl-Cohn High School's football team ended their season as TSSAA state champions and secured the No. 1 spot in the final rankings for Large Class teams in the Nashville area. They defeated Upperman in the Class 4A championship game, winning their first state championship in 26 years and becoming the first Metro Nashville team to win a state title in 15 years. CPA, Oakland, Page, and Brentwood also featured in the top rankings.

Why It Matters

Pearl-Cohn's victory and top ranking signify their dominance in the 2023 season and their resurgence as a football program. The win also highlights the competitiveness and talent of high school football teams in the Nashville area.

By the Numbers
  • Pearl-Cohn's record: 15-0
  • Zeion Simpson-Smith's rushing performance: 181 yards, 2 touchdowns
  • CPA's state championships: 6
  • Oakland's consecutive Class 6A championships: 3
  • Braden Graham's passing statistics: 3,492 yards, 42 touchdowns, 3 interceptions
State of Play
  • Pearl-Cohn ends the season as TSSAA state champions and the No. 1 team in the final rankings.
  • CPA captures their sixth state championship in program history.
  • Oakland falls short of a fourth consecutive Class 6A championship.
  • Page experiences heartbreak for the third straight year in the state championship game.
  • Brentwood's season comes to an end with a loss in the Class 6A state semifinals.
Bottom Line

Pearl-Cohn's state championship win and top ranking highlight their success in the 2023 season, while showcasing the competitive landscape of high school football in the Nashville area.