How to watch: Alabama powers Clay-Chalkville and Thompson meet on ESPN2

Last year's battle came down to the final minute, when Jake Ivie of Thompson (Alabaster) intercepted a Clay-Chalkville (Pinson) pass to secure a 17-14 victory.

Looking to avenge last year's loss, Clay-Chalkville (5-0) will travel about 45 minutes Thursday to take on Thompson (4-0), the four-time defending 7A state champions, in a matchup of undefeated Alabama squads on ESPN2 at 7 p.m.

How to watch
Date: Thursday, Sept. 28 | Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Thompson High School - Alabaster, Ala.
TV: ESPN2
Live stream: Watch ESPN

This game is loaded with the best talent in the Yellowhammer State.

Jaylen Mbakwe of Clay-Chalkville is a top 20 prospect in the Class of 2024 and committed to Alabama to play cornerback but has been starring at quarterback this season.

Defensively, Thompson is led by Anquon Fegans, the No. 22 prospect in the Class of 2025. He has racked up 138 tackles and 11 interceptions since 2021.



Freshman quarterback Trent Seaborn led the Warriors to the state crown as an eighth-grader last season and is having a huge freshman year under center. Alabama, Auburn North Carolina and Oregon are among his 14 offers.

Top players

Clay-Chalkville: ATH Jaylen Mbakwe (5-11, 170), OL JacQawn McRoy (6-8, 365), WR Mario Craver (5-11, 165), LB D'Angelo Barber (6-1, 225), DB Tevis Metcalf (5-10, 185)