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New Photo of Coveted Star Emerges Sparking Georgia Rumors
New Photo of Coveted Star Emerges Sparking Georgia Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. One four-star recruit has been around the Georgia Bulldogs football program for years. But the Bulldogs have had to court the prospect just like everyone else. Advertisement On Saturday, though, four-star defensive lineman PJ Dean provided a little peak into what he would look like donning a Bulldogs uniform. "4-star DL PJ Dean sporting the Georgia uniform on his official visit," On3's Jeremy Johnson wrote as a social media caption to a picture of Dean in the black Georgia uniform. Over the weekend, Dean was set to work with Bulldogs defensive line coach Tray Scott. Dean was complimentary of the coach while speaking to Johnson before the visit. 'It's been smooth because coach Scott is a likable coach,' Dean told Johnson. 'He's definitely a cool, even-keeled guy. I was in the defensive line room, there wasn't really a lot of yelling going on. Advertisement "It was more of a stern, just, hey, he's teaching you. That's just the way he goes about things. I feel like all of them go about it like that, but he goes about it. I love it.' Georgia Bulldogs football head coach Kirby Smart© Stephen Lew-Imagn Images Dean's older brother, Jared Wilson, started at center for the Bulldogs last season. In April, the New England Patriots drafted Wilson in the third round. Originally, Dean was set to become an offensive lineman in college as well. But he recently switched his focus to defense. With his brother playing for the program, the Bulldogs could have the inside track on Dean. However, On3's Recruiting Prediction Machine projects the Ohio State Buckeyes to land the defensive lineman. Advertisement According to the 247 Sports composite rankings, Dean is the No. 7 defensive lineman and 68th-ranked recruit overall in the 2026 class. Related: Highly Touted Star Quarterback Sends Strong Two-Word Message on Georgia This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
21-04-2025
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- USA Today
Ohio State gets crystal ball prediction to land four-star lineman out of North Carolina
Ohio State gets crystal ball prediction to land four-star lineman out of North Carolina Ohio State is just a week removed from its annual Spring Game that gave fans a glimpse of what the future holds in Columbus. While Buckeye Nation watched with anticipation, a slew of recruits got a chance to see firsthand what their future could be in Scarlet and Gray. One of those in attendance was PJ Dean, a four-star prospect who could play on either the offensive or defensive line. Steve Wiltfong of On3 gave a prediction for Dean to land with Georgia just a few weeks ago, but after another visit to OSU, that prediction has now been flipped in favor of Ohio State. Dean is in a unique situation as most guys at this level have a set position. Dean is a Top 10 offensive line prospect, and a Top 100 overall player according to 247sports. However, it seems as if the Buckeyes are recruiting the North Carolina native to play for Larry Johnson on the defensive line. At this point, it may not matter as long as they can get the kid to commit. It sounds like he's the kind of athlete who can play at a high level wherever he's needed the most. Dean is down to a final three of Ohio State, Georgia, and South Carolina. It would be another outstanding addition to a class that is already ranked No. 3 in the country.
