Williamson holds one-game lead in Pigskin Pickers
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September 24, 2026

Williamson holds one-game lead in Pigskin Pickers

By Tim Miller 

Managing editor Chad Williamson broke last week’s stalemate with sports editor Tim Miller in the Pigskin Pickers.

Williamson finished the week with a 7-4 record and now stands at 33-11 for the season.

Miller was a game off the pace at 6-5.

He is a game back of Williamson for the season at 32-12.

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