Grimsley (NC) football releases 2026 schedule

Q: What teams will Grimsley High School play in the 2026 football season?

Grimsley's 2026 schedule features the same opponents as the 2025 season, with home and away games flipped, but specific teams are not detailed in the release.

Q: Who are the key players that Grimsley lost after the 2025 season?

Grimsley graduated several talented players, including quarterback Faizon Brandon, cornerback Kosci Barnes, and tight end DJ Howerton, all of whom have signed with college programs.

Q: Which returning player is committed to Virginia Tech for Grimsley's 2026 season?

Andrew Rogers, a three-star EDGE player from the 2027 class, is the returning player committed to Virginia Tech for the 2026 season.

High school football schedules for the 2026 season are coming out one-by-one out of every state around the country and one that is a breeding ground for college prospects is North Carolina, with a number of squads finalizing their fall slates.

When you think of high school football teams that have transformed into powerhouses within their state as of late, you can’t go too far without mentioning the Grimsley Whirlies (NC). The 3-time state champions recently released their 2026 schedule and it’s basically the same schedule from the 2025 but flipped when it comes to home and away dates.

The Whirlies will have to try and pull off the 3-peat after graduating a slew of talented players from last season, including quarterback Faizon Brandon (Tennessee signee), cornerback Kosci Barnes (South Carolina signee) and tight end DJ Howerton (Rutgers signee). Grimley does return 2027 three-star EDGE Andrew Rogers, who is already committed to Virginia Tech.

The full Grimsley 2026 football schedule can be seen below, with all official game times to be announced at a later date.

Grimsley Football 2026 Schedule

Aug. 7 – Mooresville – Preseason scrimmage
Aug. 14 – ASNF – Preseason scrimmage
Aug. 21 – West Charlotte
Aug. 28 – West Forsyth
Sep. 4 – at East Forsyth
Sep. 18 – Southwest Guilford
Sep. 25 – at Western Guilford
Oct. 2 – at Varina (Va.)
Oct. 9 – at Ragsdale
Oct. 16 – Page
Oct. 23 – at Dudley
Oct. 30 – Ben L Smith

Grimsley ended the last season with a 15-0 record and as the state’s No. 2 ranked team, according to the final North Carolina 2025 High School Football Massey Rankings. The Whirlies finished as the NCHSAA state champions, defeating Clayton, 24-14, for the Class 7A title.

More about Grimsley High School

Grimsley High School, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a respected public school known for its strong academics, competitive athletics, and active extracurricular programs. Offering a range of AP and honors courses, the school prepares students for higher education and future careers. Grimsley’s athletic teams are highly successful, frequently achieving success in regional and state events. Emphasizing leadership, community involvement, and personal development, the school ensures students are well-rounded and ready for future challenges.

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