Zach Watts scores three touchdowns in Carrollton's opener against Rome
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 1:51 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Zach Watts made a strong debut for No. 15 Carrollton in their season opener against Rome on August 21. The transfer running back scored three touchdowns in the first half, helping Carrollton take a 34-7 lead at halftime. In addition to Watts' performance, four-star quarterback CJ Cypher completed 13 of 15 passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns. Carrollton's offense was effective, totaling 267 yards on just 23 plays in the first half.
- •Zach Watts scored three touchdowns in Carrollton's season opener.
- •Carrollton is ranked No. 15 in USA TODAY Sports' preseason Super 25.
- •CJ Cypher completed 13 of 15 passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns.
- •Carrollton leads Rome 34-7 at halftime.
- •Watts previously totaled 1,037 yards and 17 touchdowns at Carver High School.
- 1:51 AMYahoo Sports — Zach Watts shows why he's No. 1 ranked 2029 RB, leads No. 15 Carrollton vs Rome
"Transfer running back Zach Watts scored three first-half touchdowns in his Carrollton debut.
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