Here’s the latest on Georgia’s pivotal 2026 recruiting week:
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Commitments & Momentum
0-1Ekene Ogboko, a four‑star offensive tackle from Durham, NC (6′6″, 270 lb), has committed to Georgia over Clemson, Florida, and Notre Dame. His pledge significantly strengthens the Bulldogs’ offensive line and continues a family legacy—his brother Nnamdi already plays D‑line at UGA .
406-0Tyler Atkinson, a five‑star linebacker and the nation’s top LB, just took an official visit and still lists UGA among his top choices, saying “UGA is still one of my top schools” .
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Class Outlook
613-0Georgia currently holds 18 commits, ranking No. 5 nationally as of June 22, 2025, per SI sources .
772-0Reports suggest the Bulldogs are aiming to add 10 more commits in the coming days, possibly crossing into the 2027 class depending on talent availability .
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Premier Targets
955-0LG Mark Bowman (5‑star TE), DE Corey Howard, EDGE Khamari Brooks, and other elite blue‑chips are mentioned as immediate targets .
1160-0Top-tier offensive tackle Immanuel Iheanacho (No. 2 overall OT) continues to name Georgia among his finalists—he plans official visits and could commit as early as August .
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Why It Matters
1372-0Building on a recent SEC Championship and consistent recruiting success under Kirby Smart, UGA is looking to reload its roster early, ensuring championship-caliber depth for future seasons .
Fortifying the OL with Ogboko and Iheanacho, bolstering LB corps with Atkinson—even adding a potential generational QB in Jared Curtis—positions UGA strategically across all levels.
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What to Watch This Week
Additional commitments—especially from high‑ranked O‑line, LB, and TE targets.
Official visit outcomes (like Tyler Atkinson’s already confirmed visit).
Momentum shifts: if multiple blue‑chips come through, the 2026 class could jump into top‑3 territory, giving Georgia elite depth across the roster.
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TL;DR:
Georgia’s 2026 recruiting class is gaining steam—with a key OT locked in, a top LB strongly considering UGA, and multiple elite targets on deck. This upcoming week could define their future championship window.
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