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Current and former Bulldog each named as spring standouts

247Sports’ Josh Pate named an incoming Georgia Bulldogs transfer as well as one left in the winter as standouts at their respective programs through early practices. 

In a review of spring intel from various different programs around the country, 247Sports’ Josh Pate named an incoming Georgia transfer as well as one transferred to a Big Ten school as standouts at their respective programs through early practices.

On the Georgia side, Pate highlighted Colbie Young, the wide receiver transfer from Miami. “Colbie Young has been really good at wide receiver this spring. They’ll be able to count on him. He can be a go-to option for them,” said Pate. Young has garnered incessant praise this spring from numerous other sources and drawn comparisons to former Bulldogs star George Pickens as well as fellow former Miami transfer Lawrence Cager.

Pate also praised former Georgia cornerback A.J. Harris, now in Happy Valley at Penn State. “Georgia cornerback transfer A.J. Harris (has) drawn really, really good reviews. That’s who you should be focused on,” said Pate.

Harris was a five-star recruit in the class of 2023 and transferred after a season in Athens. He could be in position to take on a major role for a Penn State team that is seeking to replace cornerbacks Kalen King and Daequan Hardy, both of whom are expected to be drafted this April.

Georgia CB, former 5-star recruit commits to Penn State

Former five-star cornerback recruit, Georgia Bulldogs freshman commits to transfer to Penn State

Georgia Bulldogs cornerback A.J. Harris, a former five-star recruit, has committed to the Penn State Nittany Lions. Harris was one of the top available players in the NCAA transfer portal.

Harris, a true freshman, is ranked as the No. 8 player in the transfer portal and No. 2 cornerback according to 247Sports. Only one Georgia Bulldog is ranked higher than Harris in the transfer portal.

Penn State is losing top cornerback Kalen King to the 2024 NFL draft, so the Nittany Lions are looking to replace him. Georgia cornerback A.J. Harris flashed game-changing potential as a true freshman. Harris has the talent to compete for a starting role right away at Penn State.

The 6-foot-1, 190-pound defensive back started the season strongly for the Bulldogs, but did not play as much down the stretch. Harris played in seven games as a true freshman and recorded eight total tackles.

Here’s how social media reacted after A.J. Harris committed to Penn State:

Georgia transfer DB projected to commit to Penn State

UGA football cornerback, who is the nation’s No. 8 transfer, is projected to commit to the Penn State Nittany Lions

Georgia Bulldogs cornerback A.J. Harris is one of the top players in the NCAA transfer portal. Now, 247Sports predicts A.J. Harris will commit to the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Harris, a freshman, is the No. 8 player in the transfer portal and No. 2 cornerback according to 247Sports. Only one Georgia Bulldog is ranked higher than Harris in the transfer portal.

Penn State is losing star cornerback Kalen King to the 2024 NFL draft, so the Nittany Lions are looking to replace him. Georgia cornerback flashed game-changing potential as a true freshman.

Harris is a former five-star recruit. The 6-foot-1, 190-pound defensive back started the season strongly for the Bulldogs, but did not play as much down the stretch. Harris played in seven games as a true freshman and recorded eight total tackles. He has the talent to compete for a starting role anywhere in the country.

Penn State’s defense was elite in 2023, but its offense was painful to watch. The Nittany Lions are almost always among the top contenders in the Big Ten.

Former Georgia DB AJ Harris is visiting Auburn this weekend

Harris, a native of Phenix City, is visiting Auburn this weekend after spending one season in Athens.

Hugh Freeze and Auburn’s coaching staff have struck gold by earning the commitments of two Central-Phenix City prospects, [autotag]Cam Coleman[/autotag] and [autotag]Dylan Gentry[/autotag].

Do they feel lucky enough to roll the dice on the possibility of earning a pledge from another former Red Devil? The possibility is evident.

[autotag]AJ Harris[/autotag], who signed with Georgia as a member of the 2023 recruiting class from Central-Phenix City, entered the transfer portal on Thursday. Not long after announcing his intention to enter the transfer portal, Harris made plans to visit Auburn. According to On3, Harris is paying a visit to the Plains this weekend.

Harris was the No. 1 recruit from the state of Alabama for the 2023 class. He was considered to be a five-star prospect by 247Sports, and was the No. 2 cornerback in the nation.

Despite the high-acclaim on the recruiting trail, Harris did not earn as much playing time in Athens that he was expecting. He played in five games this season for Georgia according to Pro Football Focus, totaling 89 snaps.

Auburn is looking to replace [autotag]DJ James[/autotag] and [autotag]Nehemiah Pritchett[/autotag] in the backfield next season, and Harris could be a solid fit. The current transfer portal window will remain open until Jan. 2.

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Georgia football loses 5-star CB to transfer portal

Georgia football loses 5-star CB to transfer portal

Hits keep coming for Georgia football via the transfer portal. Former five-star cornerback A.J. Harris entered his name into the portal on Friday night in another shocking departure for the Bulldogs.

The news comes one day after preseason All-American linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson entered the portal.

Harris played in seven games this season, recording eight tackles. Our first glimpse of the true freshman was during the G-Day spring scrimmage in which he had six tackles and a pass breakup.

Harris (6 feet, 1 inch, 190 pounds) didn’t see much playing time behind Kamari Lassiter, Daylen Everette, Julian Humphrey and Nyland Green.

Harris was the No. 2 cornerback nationally and the No. 1 player in the state of Alabama coming out of Central High School in Phenix City, per 247Sports.

Harris was expected to play a major role at the position in 2024 with Lassiter likely NFL draft bound and Green in the portal.

Sixteen Bulldogs have entered the portal to date. Three are former five-star recruits: Harris, outside linebacker Marvin Jones Jr. and quarterback Brock Vandagriff (Kentucky).

The Bulldogs will have to play some inexperienced players when they take on Florida State in the Orange Bowl on Dec. 30 in Miami. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET and the game will air on ESPN.

5-star CB AJ Harris signs with Georgia

AJ Harris is a Dawg.

Five-star class of 2023 cornerback AJ Harris has signed with the Georgia Bulldogs.

Harris committed to Georgia back in June, choosing UGA over Florida and Clemson.

Harris, at 6-foot-1 and 180 pounds, Phenix City, Alabama and ranks as the nation’s No. 23 overall player, No. 2 cornerback and as the top player in the state of Alabama.

Harris played cornerback, running back and some wide receiver throughout his high school career.

247Sports says his NFL comparison would be James Bradberry of the Eagles.

Via 247Sports:

Ideal size for his position at 6-foot-1 and 180-pounds. Possesses an explosive lower half and ability to add additional weight to his frame. Displays good athletic ability in all three phases of the game. Will see the majority of his snaps at the safety position but exhibits some ability as a man defender at the corner position.

Quick twitch explosive player. Displays excellent short area quickness and change of direction ability. Shows the ability to transition in and out breaks quickly out of his back pedal. Possesses good play speed. Excels when playing downhill and in the short to intermediate part of the field. Aggressive run support defender. Flashes some key and diagnose ability with the ability to close space quickly. Violent at the point of attack. Will strike you.

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5-star Georgia CB commit AJ Harris rises as 247Sports updates recruiting rankings

5-star CB commit AJ Harris moving up

Georgia has the nation’s No. 7 ranked class in the 2023 recruiting cycle, according to 247Sports’ Team Rankings.

Leading the way in that class is 5-star cornerback AJ Harris, who committed to Georgia in April.

Harris (Phenix City, Alabama) has always been a five-star prospect, but he recently saw both his rating and ranking increase in 247Sports’ updated Top247 2023 recruiting rankings.

Harris’ rating bumped up from a 95 to a 96. He also went from being ranked as the No. 30 player in the nation to the No. 27 overall player.

Harris committed to Georgia over Florida and Clemson. At 6-foot-1, 180-pounds, he has the potential to play as a freshman at Georgia and his versatility could allow him to play either safety or cornerback at the next level.

Harris previously played football for Glenwood High School in Phenix City, Alabama for the first few years of his high school career. He will play his senior season with Central High School, which is also located in Phenix City, Alabama, right on the Georgia/Alabama border.

Harris also plays running back and shows good balance through contact. The five-star defensive back prospect lived up to his lofty billing at The Opening and was quite disruptive at the event.

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4-star DE Tomarrion Parker makes commitment

Four-star edge rusher Tomarrion Parker has committed to the Penn State Nittany Lions over Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, and Ohio State.

Four-star edge rusher Tomarrion Parker has committed to the Penn State Nittany Lions over Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, and Ohio State.

Tomarrion Parker plays high school football for Central High School in Phenix City, Alabama. Parker is on the same high school team as five-star Georgia commit AJ Harris.

Phenix City, Alabama, is located quite close to Columbus, Georgia. Athens is not a long drive for Parker or Harris.

Parker is ranked as the No. 8 defensive end in the class of 2023 and the No. 80 prospect overall. Parker is a rising senior with scholarship offers from many of the top college football programs across the country.

The four-star defensive end is 6-foot-4 and weighs 255 pounds. He’s bulked up his frame, which should help him be more effective against the run. Parker has the ability to play right away with Penn State. He is the Nittany Lions’ highest ranked defensive commit.

On tape, Parker is quick to get around the edge and shows good closing speed. Parker’s best attribute is his ability to rush the passer. He shows good effort and pursuit and projects as a 3-4 outside linebacker or as a 4-3 defensive end depending on the defensive scheme. The Central High School star is disruptive and will be fun to watch in college.

Tomarrion Parker announced his commitment to Penn State via his Twitter account:

Parker took a recent official visit to Penn State and elected to commit to head coach James Franklin’s football program. The Nittany Lions have the third-ranked recruiting class of 2023.

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Five-star CB AJ Harris commits to Georgia

Five-star class of 2023 cornerback AJ Harris has committed to the Georgia Bulldogs over Florida and Clemson

Five-star class of 2023 cornerback recruit AJ Harris has committed to the Georgia Bulldogs. Harris committed to Georgia over Florida and Clemson. He is Georgia football’s first five-star commitment in this recruiting cycle.

Georgia currently has the No. 7 recruiting class in the country. Harris’ commitment is good news for defensive backs coach Fran Brown and is arguably Brown’s biggest recruiting win in his career.

Kirby Smart and Georgia football now have two very talented cornerback commitments in the class of 2023. Georgia’s other cornerback commit, Justyn Rhett, is a four-star from Nevada.

AJ Harris has the potential to play as a freshman at Georgia. The 6-foot-1, 180-pound cornerback is ranked the No. 25 recruit in his class. Harris is the No. 5 corner and No. 5 player in Alabama. Harris is versatile and could play safety or cornerback at the next level.

Harris has received scholarship offers from USC, Texas, Penn State, Oklahoma, Utah and many more. The five-star defensive back has also visited schools like Florida, Clemson, Notre Dame and Ohio State.

Georgia offered a scholarship to the talented and lengthy cornerback in Feb. 2021.

Harris previously played football for Glenwood High School in Phenix City, Alabama, for the first several years of his high school career. Harris will play his senior season with Central High School, which is also located in Phenix City, Alabama. Phenix City is very close to the Georgia border.

Harris also plays running back and shows good balance through contact. The five-star defensive back prospect lived up to his lofty billing at The Opening and was quite disruptive at the event.

AJ Harris has also played basketball and run track throughout his high school career.

Harris has the potential to finish 2023 as the top-ranked cornerback recruit. The Central High School star announced his commitment to Georgia football via Twitter:

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