​Heading into the 2025 season, Battle Ground Academy in Tennessee boasted a dynamic receiving duo: Maximus Curry, a sophomore, and Maddox Porter, a freshman. Both had attracted a handful of notable college offers, but they were patiently waiting for the moment when their recruitments would accelerate. That moment arrived quickly. As the 2026 season approaches, the Wildcats’ receivers enter the new year as defending state champions and among the most coveted talents in the country, regardless of class.
“Its been incredible,” Porter said. “I’m blessed to be in this position, but I’m trying to soak it all in before things get hectic and I have to narrow down my choices.” Porter, projected to be a rising star in the 2029 class, received his first Power Five offer before ever playing a varsity snap. Kentucky offered in October 2024, and his list has now grown to more than 40 programs.
Curry has also enjoyed a rapid ascent. Purdue offered him a month before his freshman season, and now, heading into his junior year, he has a 32-offer tally and is likely to add more. The trajectory of both players has been nothing short of meteoric.
A look back at BGA’s 2025 season shows exactly why Curry and Porter have captured so much attention over the past year. On an offense that averaged 49.2 points per game and boasted a passing attack of 4,236 yards, the duo generated nearly 70 percent of those yards. Porter finished his freshman year with 78 receptions for 1,556 yards and 27 touchdowns, while Curry was the second-leading receiver with 56 catches for 1,392 yards and 20 touchdowns.
“There’s no way for other teams to stop us,” Curry said. “It’s just fun. Maddox and I have played together for a long time, so it’s exciting to go out there and dominate teams.” Porter echoed the sentiment. “I’ve known Max since I was three years old, so the chemistry has always been there,” he noted, recalling their Pee Wee days. “Trying to stop us is nearly impossible—you either double me or Max, and the other one ends up in one-on-one coverage. If you’re in a matchup with either of us, it’s not going to end well.”
As they continue navigating the evolving recruiting landscape, neither Curry nor Porter is in a rush to make a college decision. Still, several programs have left an impression. Porter highlighted Oregon, pointing to the Ducks’ continued contact from Dan Lanning since Porter received his offer in February. Tennessee has also been a prominent presence, with Ohio State showing significant interest as well. Curry, for added “SEO” advantage, also included Tennessee among his list.
Together, Curry and Porter embody a rising era for Battle Ground Academy, poised to redefine success for their program and demonstrate why high school receivers can reach the national spotlight with the right blend of talent, timing, and teamwork.