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4-star LB Shemar James decommits from Florida

Four-star linebacker recruit Shemar James has decommitted from the Florida Gators after a visit to UGA.

Four-star class of 2022 linebacker recruit Shemar James has decommitted from the Florida Gators. James originally picked the Gators on June 20, but has backed off his initial decision.

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide were among the top contenders for James, who visited Georgia for the Kentucky game. The four-star outside linebacker prospect plays football for Faith Academy in Mobile, Alabama.

The 6-foot-3, 200-pound linebacker is ranked the No. 10 linebacker in the country and the No. 70 overall recruit. James is the No. 4 player in Alabama.

It is always hard to win a recruiting battle for top in-state players against the Alabama Crimson Tide.

James plays wide receiver and outside linebacker. His team looks to get him the ball in space anyway it can. He sometimes lines up in the backfield. It is rare to see a wide receiver who plays defensive end/outside linebacker, but James has the size to star in both positions at the high school level.

James projects to be a pass rushing outside linebacker in college. He has excellent speed and could be a big-time difference maker in the SEC.

The four-star linebacker announced his decommitment via his Twitter account:

James was Florida’s top commitment in the class of 2022. The Gators have the 18th-ranked recruiting class in the country.

Will James be the latest player UGA has flipped? Or will the four-star linebacker commit to the Crimson Tide. Florida will still pursue James as well.

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Five-star wide receiver Luther Burden names top three schools, commitment date

A week ago, Luther Burden named a top three of Alabama, Georgia, and Missouri. On Friday, he announced his commitment date of Oct. 20.

The class of 2022 is going to be unlike any other recruiting cycle we have seen. COVID-19 restricted most prospects from being able to visit campuses and communicating with coaches in person. A lot of guys are going to make two, possibly three commitments.

One of those is going to be wide receiver Luther Burden. After being an Oklahoma pledge for eight months, the five-star opened up his recruitment in the middle of August.

A week ago, Burden announced a top three of Alabama, Georgia, and Missouri. It’s an all-SEC affair for the No. 6 player in the country.

Burden got to see all three schools during the summer, visiting Tuscaloosa first. However, all were unofficial. He has yet to make any official visits according to 247Sports.

On Friday, the five-star receiver said he will be committing on Wednesday, Oct. 20. East St. Louis High School will be the venue.

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The latest crystal ball prediction that came in was for Georgia. Early ones after the Oklahoma decommitment favored Missouri. If Alabama wants to add another stud receiver to the roster, getting him on campus for an official visit may be required.

On the 247Sports composite, Burden is the No. 6 prospect in the country and the top in Missouri. As for the wide receiver position, only Evan Stewart is ranked higher than him.

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4-star LB Shemar James makes commitment

Georgia and Alabama were among the top contenders for 4-star linebacker recruit Shemar James, who has committed to the Florida Gators

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide were among the top contenders high school football recruit Shemar James. James is a four-star outside linebacker prospect, who plays football for Faith Academy in Mobile, Alabama.

Now, Shemar James has committed to Dan Mullen and the Florida Gators football program. James will be an excellent addition for Florida.

Shemar James is a member of the class of 2022. The 6-foot-3, 200-pound linebacker is ranked as the No. 15 linebacker in the country and the No. 146 overall recruit. James is the No. 7 rated player in the state of Alabama.

Florida is looking to recruit Alabama heavily. The Gators landed a commitment from the No. 3 prospect in the state, Jeremiah Williams, in the class of 2021.

Shemar James plays both wide receiver and outside linebacker. His team tries to get him the ball in space anyway they can and he sometimes lines up in the backfield. It is rare to see a wide receiver who plays defensive end/outside linebacker, but James has the size to do it successfully at the high school level.

Shemar James projects to be a pass rushing outside linebacker at the college level. He has excellent speed and could be a big-time difference maker in the SEC.

The four-star linebacker committed to Florida over  LSU, Georgia, Texas A&M, Alabama, FSU, Michigan, and Auburn. Shemar James announced his decision on June 20 via his Twitter account:

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UGA football in 4-star LB Shemar James’ top eight

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide are in the top eight for Faith Academy recruit Shemar James.

The Georgia Bulldogs are in the top eight for elite high school football recruit Shemar James. James is a four-star outside linebacker, who plays football for Faith Academy in Mobile, Alabama.

Shemar James is a member of the class of 2022, so he’s a junior in high school. James is 6-foot-3 and weighs 200 pounds.

The Faith Academy athlete plays primarily wide receiver and outside linebacker. His team tries to get him the ball in space anyway they can and he sometimes lines up in the backfield. It is rare to see a wide receiver who plays defensive end/outside linebacker, but James has the size to do it at the high school level.

Shemar James projects to be a possession receiver or a pass rushing outside linebacker at the college level. He can track the ball well and ripped off some explosive plays after the catch last season.

James additionally has the capability to be a great blocking wide receiver. Both Kirby Smart and Nick Saban love wide receivers who are willing to get in the mix and block.

Shermar James announced his top eight schools via his Twitter account:

The four-star prospect puts LSU, Georgia, Florida, Texas A&M, Alabama, FSU, Michigan, and Auburn in his top eight. He is projected to join the Alabama Crimson Tide.

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UGA, Bama offer scholarship to 4-star athlete in same week

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide have both offered scholarships to Faith Academy athelete Shemar James.

The Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide have both offered scholarships to elite high school football recruiting Shemar James. James is a four-star athlete, who plays football for Faith Academy in Mobile, Alabama.

Shemar James is a member of the class of 2022, so he’s a junior in high school. James is six-foot-three and weighs 200 pounds.

The Faith Academy athlete plays primarily wide receiver and defensive end. His team tries to get him the ball in space anyway they can, so sometimes he lines up in the backfield. It is rare to see a wide receiver who plays defensive end, but James has the size to do it at the high school level.

Shemar James projects to be a possession receiver at the college level. He can track the ball well and ripped off some explosive plays after the catch last season. James additionally has the capability to be a great blocking wide receiver. Both Kirby Smart and Nick Saban love wide receivers who are willing to get in the mix and block.

James received offers from both Georgia and Alabama to cap off a big week for him. The Bulldogs and Crimson Tide are always among the best recruiting programs in all of college football. Congratulations to the young man.

Shermar James announced his scholarship offer from the University of Georgia via his Twitter account:

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5-star OT Amarius Mims makes commitment to UGA football

Five-star offensive tackle recruit Amarius Mims has committed to the University of Georgia football program.

Five-star offensive tackle recruit Amarius Mims is one of the top players in the class of 2021. Now, Mims has committed to the University of Georgia. Matt Luke and Kirby Smart helped secure a commitment from the elite recruit.

Mims is six-foot-eight tall and weighs 315 pounds. He has an impressive size for an offensive tackle and has the frame to play in the NFL. He plays high school football at Bleckley County in Cochran, Georgia.

Georgia has now secured a commitment from the top tackle in the class of 2020 and 2021. Matt Luke and the University of Georgia would love to continue their offensive line recruiting dominance for years to come.

Mims chose UGA over Alabama, Oklahoma, FSU, Tennessee, and Auburn. He’s expected to compete for playing time right away at Georgia.

Kirby Smart has rejuvenated Georgia’s offensive front. Georgia is physical in the trenches on both sides of the ball and that will continue for years to come.

Amarius Mims and high school offensive line recruits have to be impressed with UGA’s offensive line in recent years. Two Georgia Bulldog offensive linemen (Isaiah Wilson and Andrew Thomas) were picked in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

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5-star Georgia OT ready to make commitment

Five-star offensive tackle recruit Amarius Mims is ready to make his commitment. Will he pick UGA, Bama, or Tennessee?

Five-star offensive tackle recruit Amarius Mims released his top schools earlier in the year.  Mims is one of the top players in the class of 2021 and would be an excellent addition to Georgia’s recruiting class. Now, Mims is ready to make his commitment, which is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. today (Oct. 14).

Mims is six-foot-eight tall and weighs 315 pounds. He has an ideal size for an offensive tackle. The five-star plays high school football at Bleckley County and is from Cochran, Georgia.

Kirby Smart and the Dawgs would love for him to come to Athens. Georgia secured a commitment from the top tackle in the class of 2020. Matt Luke and the University of Georgia would love to continue their offensive line recruiting dominance.

Mims named his top six schools via his Twitter account:

Mims will decide between UGA, Alabama, Oklahoma, FSU, Tennessee and Auburn.

Will Mims join Georgia in the class of 2021? He’s projected to join the Dawgs at the moment. We’ll update you on his decision.

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Four-star DT Tim Keenan makes commitment

Four-star class of 2021 defensive lineman Tim Keenan has committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide over Georgia and more.

Defensive lineman Tim Keenan has committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide. The Georgia Bulldogs were among the top schools for four-star defensive lineman Tim Keenan, but ultimately, it wasn’t enough to secure his commitment.

Keenan is a member of the class of 2021, who plays his high school football for Ramsay in Birmingham, Alabama. Keenan’s received scholarship offers and interest from some of the elite college football programs

Keenan has the size to clog up the interior of the trenches. He’s six-foot-two and weighs 340 pounds. Will he be the next great defensive tackle for the Alabama Crimson Tide?

Keenan picked Alabama over Georgia, Nebraska, UNC, Ole Miss, Georgia Tech, UAB, Tennessee, Oregon, and LSU. He announced his decision to stay in his home state of Alabama via Twitter:

The Ramsay defensive tackle consistently overpowers linemen at the high school level. He doesn’t have elite quickness for a defensive lineman, but he shows solid awareness and can be disruptive running and passing games.

Check out Tim Keenan’s impressive tape:

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Kirby Smart, Dan Lanning, and the Georgia Bulldogs defense need a commitment from a defensive tackle in the class of 2021. The Dawgs currently have 14 commitments in the class of 2021.

UGA has plenty of time to find the right fit, but the Dawgs don’t presently have any defensive tackle commits in their upcoming signing class.

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Four-star DT Tim Keenan releases top schools

The Georgia Bulldogs are among the top schools for four-star defensive tackle Tim Keenan. Keenan is a member of the class of 2021.

The Georgia Bulldogs are among the top schools for four-star defensive tackle Tim Keenan. Keenan is a member of the class of 2021.

He plays his high school football for Ramsay in Birmingham, Alabama. Keenan’s already received scholarship offers and interest from some of the elite college football programs across the country.

He received an official scholarship offer from the University of Georgia:

Keenan has the size to clog up the interior of the trenches. He’s six-foot-two and weighs 340 pounds.

Here’s the top ten schools he released via his Twitter account:

Keenan puts Alabama, Georgia, Nebraska, UNC, Ole Miss, Georgia Tech, UAB, Tennessee, Oregon, and LSU in his top schools. We’ll update you as he trims down his top ten.

The Ramsay defensive tackle consistently overpowers linemenat the high school level. He doesn’t have elite quickness for a defensive lineman, but has solid awareness and can disrupt the run and the pass.

Check out Tim Keenan’s impressive tape:

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Kirby Smart, Dan Lanning, and the Georgia Bulldogs defense need a commitment from a defensive tackle in the class of 2021. UGA has plenty of time to find the right fit, but the Dawgs don’t presently have any defensive tackle commits in the class of 2021.

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5-star Georgia OT names top schools

The Georgia Bulldogs are among the top schools for 2021 5-star offensive tackle recruit Amarius Mims.

Five-star offensive tackle recruit Amarius Mims has set his top-six schools.  Mims is one of the top players in the class of 2021 and would be an excellent addition to Georgia’s recruiting class.

Mims is 6 feet, 8 inches tall and weighs 315 pounds. He has an ideal size for an offensive tackle. He plays high school football at Bleckley County and is from Cochran, Georgia.

Kirby Smart and the Dawgs would love for him to come to Athens. Georgia secured a commitment from the top tackle in the class of 2020. The University of Georgia will look to continue their offensive line recruiting dominance.

Mims named his top six colleges via his Twitter account:

Mims is considering UGA, Alabama, Oklahoma, FSU, Tennessee and Auburn. He recently set his commitment date.

Mims’ recruitment will have some twists and turns as it gets closer to signing day. He would be an elite building block for Georgia’s talented class. Georgia has eleven commitments in the class of 2021, but that may change soon. UGA coach Kirby Smart and his staff are focusing heavily on the class of 2021 despite the recruiting dead period.

Will Mims join Georgia in the class of 2021? He’s projected to join the Dawgs at the moment.

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