When the lights were brightest in Round 2, Milan running back and linebacker Jaydon Peete showed exactly why he’s becoming one of the most dangerous two-way players in West Tennessee. Against Mount Pleasant, Peete racked up video-game numbers: 15 carries, 242 yards, three touchdowns, eight tackles, and a tackle for loss. One player accounted for explosive offense and physical defense in the same night, and that type of performance is why Milan remains undefeated at 11-0.
This wasn’t just a good game; it was a statement. Peete ran with urgency and power, averaging over 16 yards per carry. Every time Milan needed a spark, he delivered. On defense, he was just as active, flying downhill, cleaning up gaps, and setting the tone with physical tackles. It was the kind of all-around performance that playoff legends are built on.
A Complete Player Built for November Football
At 5’8 and 195 pounds with a verified 4.55 forty, a 345 bench, and a 605-pound squat, Peete has the strength of a linebacker and the burst of a feature back. His weight room numbers translate directly to what you see on Friday nights. They also explain how he breaks tackles, finishes runs, and still has the stamina to play both sides of the ball deep into playoff games.
He’s not just productive, he’s reliable, consistent, and battle-tested. His film, measurables, and competitive motor make him a name that coaches across the state need to circle.
Milan Will Need Peete at His Best Again This Week
Up next is East Nashville. They’re 6-5, but don’t let the record fool you. Their schedule has been loaded with physical teams and playoff rosters. They’ve been hardened by competition and have enough athletes to hit back if Milan isn’t sharp.
The Bulldogs are one win away from the semifinals, and Peete will need to produce another dominant performance if Milan wants to advance. His ability to control tempo on offense and create stops on defense may be the difference in a game with championship implications.
If last Friday was any indication, Peete is ready for the moment.
The Playoff Road Gets Tougher. Milan Has a Difference-Maker.
When the pressure rises in November, it’s not always the biggest team that survives. It’s the team with the player who refuses to let the season end. Milan has that player in Jaydon Peete.
If he does on Friday what he did against Mount Pleasant, Milan won’t just have a chance to win; they’ll be hard to beat.
Stay tuned. This story might just be getting started.
