Mark Byrd

Mark Byrd quarterbacked Cloudland High School for four seasons and became one of the Highlanders’ most decorated football players. He helped lead Cloudland to the 2001 Class 1A state championship game and the 2002 state semifinals. His career included more than 8,000 all-purpose yards. As a senior, he accounted for more than 3,000 total yards and contributed as a defender as well as a quarterback. Byrd earned Tennessee Mr. Football Back honors in 2003 and multiple All-State selections.

Four-year starting quarterback; more than 8,000 career all-purpose yards; 2001 state finalist

2003 TSSAA Class A Mr. Football Back; three-time TSWA and AP All-State