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01-07-2025
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4-star DL Preston Carey commits to Georgia football
Four-star defensive line recruit Preston Carey has committed to the Georgia Bulldogs over the Florida Gators, Auburn Tigers and Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Carey is Georgia's 26th commitment in the class of 2026. His decision is the latest in the Bulldogs' slew of recent commitments. The 6-foot-5, 300-pound defensive lineman plays high school football for IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. He's high school teammates with fellow Georgia class of 2026 commit safety Zech Fort and several other elite recruits. Advertisement 247Sports ranks Carey as the No. 309 recruit in the country and the No. 36 defensive lineman. The IMG Academy standout is the No. 48 recruit in Florida. Defensive lineman Preston Carey (#99) during practice on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024 on IMG Academy Football Media Day in Bradenton, Florida. Carey is Georgia's sixth defensive line commitment in the class of 2026. The four-star joins Corey Howard, PJ Dean, Carter Luckie, James Johnson and Seven Cloud as defensive line commitments. Georgia's defensive line coach Tray Scott has done a fantastic job of recruiting elite talent to UGA. Carey has over 50 scholarship offers and prioritized a team having a plan for him and being able to develop him in his recruitment. Carey, who is from Long Island, New York, will look to be the next Georgia defensive lineman to be drafted. Advertisement Carey primarily plays defensive tackle in IMG Academy's 4-3 defensive scheme. He does a good job of shedding blockers and is a strong run defender. He has pass rushing upside and plays against a very high level of high school competition. This article originally appeared on UGA Wire: 4-star DL recruit Preston Carey makes surprising commitment decision
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22-06-2025
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Sleeper Recruit Sends Strong Message on Georgia Football
Sleeper Recruit Sends Strong Message on Georgia Football originally appeared on Athlon Sports. One 2026 defensive lineman described to On3's Jeremy Johnson that he grew up "a major supporter" of the Georgia Bulldogs. On June 18, the lineman participated in one of the program's camps in Athens, Georgia. Advertisement Yet, defensive lineman Colin Bussey suggested he never expected to have an opportunity to play for the Bulldogs. But much to his surprise, Bussey will now get that chance. The Bulldogs made Bussey an offer after his camp workout. 'I was shocked, I didn't know what to say,' Bussey told Johnson. '(They're) number one, of course.' Bussey adopted his admiration for Georgia football while watching games on television with his father. The defensive lineman, though, isn't just attracted to the Bulldogs because of his emotional attachment to the program. Georgia Bulldogs football head coach Kirby Smart© Joshua L. Jones / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images 'The development piece for sure (stands out the most),' Bussey added. 'Man, I love the Georgia football program. They're a winning program, they develop you as a player, and get you to the next level.' Advertisement Bussey also told Johnson that he was already learning new things from Georgia defensive line coach Tray Scott, who extended the defensive lineman the offer. Bussey doesn't have a star rating from recruiting websites. But Bulldogs recruiting insiders such as Dawg Nation's Jeff Sentell has touted the defensive lineman for his potential. According to 247Sports, Bussey has received 19 offers, most of which are from smaller football schools. Besides, Georgia, the NC State Wolfpack and Oklahoma State Cowboys are the other Power 5 programs to make offers to the defensive lineman. Johnson wrote that the On3's Recruiting Prediction Machine now considers Georgia the favorite, with a 39% chance, to land Bussey. Advertisement Related: Georgia Predicted to Land Touted Playmaker Days Before Decision This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 22, 2025, where it first appeared.
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08-06-2025
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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.
