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3 Georgia freshmen named to the All-SEC Freshman Team

Three UGA freshmen selected to the SEC All-Freshman Team including Georgia running back Nate Frazier

Three Georgia Bulldogs freshmen earned spots on the 2024 SEC All-Freshman Team. Running back Nate Frazier represented the Bulldogs’ offense, while linebacker Chris Cole and safety KJ Bolden were honored for their performances on defense.

As top-50 prospects in high school, the trio of UGA selections come as no surprise. Bolden and Cole appeared in every game for Georgia this season. Cole primarily contributed on special teams but saw limited action at linebacker, stepping in when Smael Mondon was sidelined with an injury. Cole has 16 tackles and two fumble returns this season.

Bolden emerged as a key player in the Georgia secondary, making one start and finishing sixth on the team in snaps. Bolden has recorded 54 tackles, one sack and one interceptions this season.

Meanwhile, Frazier became a crucial part of Georgia’s run game late in the season, scoring touchdowns in each of the final five regular-season games. Frazier has a team-high 129 carries for 634 rushing yards and eight touchdowns this season.

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The selection of the three Bulldogs to the All-Freshman Team follows a conference-leading 13 Georgia players earning All-SEC honors earlier this week. The future is bright with this young trio leading the way for Georgia football.

5-star freshman stepping up for the Georgia Bulldogs

Five-star UGA football freshman (not KJ Bolden) has been answering almost every test that has been thrown his way.

In the Georgia Bulldogs defense, two freshman have come into their own these past few weeks and made big impacts in key moments.

Freshman safety KJ Bolden has become one of the highlights in this secondary since the beginning of the season by making a crucial stop against Clemson. The former five-star recorded his first career interception against Mississippi State and recently made several plays against the Texas Longhorns, who are now ranked fifth.

Bolden will have a big role against Florida given the first-half suspensions for safety Dan Jackson and slot cornerback Joenel Aguero.

Freshman linebacker Chris Cole also has seen meaningful snaps due to an injury to Smael Mondon. Cole earned a five-star ranking per ESPN.

Cole was considered a project for this season that would hopefully find his way onto the field later in the season. However, that time is now. Cole is making an immediate impact in pass coverage.

In Tuesday’s press conference, coach Kirby Smart had high praise for Cole.

“First off, if you want to say the player that’s made one of the biggest jumps, going back to your question, Chris Cole has made from the time he arrived to now, he has improved immensely.” Smart said. “Chris has put himself in a position because he has really elite speed and flexibility to be able to cover and he’s got great length.”

We saw that speed and his coverage ability when he broke up a pass attempt to Texas Longhorn tight end Gunnar Helm that almost turned into an interception. We saw that improvement where it seems as the transition has been seamless with Mondon being out and plugging Cole into play primarily in passing situations. With the way Cole has been playing it will be hard to keep him off the field when Smael Mondon nears a return.

Georgia football signee bumped to 5-star status

Georgia football signee bumped to 5-star status in final recruiting rankings update

2024 Georgia signee Chris Cole earned a five-star ranking from 247Sports in its final recruiting rankings for the cycle.

The athletic linebacker signed with the Bulldogs in December as a four-star recruit out of Salem High School (Virginia). However, now he has been bumped up to a five-star ranking. Cole was the No. 3 linebacker, the No. 1 player in Virginia and the No. 23 recruit overall in his class.

Cole (6 feet, 3 inches, 210 pounds) fits the bill of what Kirby Smart and Glenn Schumann want at linebacker. His length and speed stand out.

Cole played both linebacker and wide receiver at Salem while also running track. He owns the school record in the 60-meter hurdles.

Here’s a look at Cole’s high school highlight tape:

Coles is a part of an elite linebacker class for the Bulldogs, which also includes five-star 2024 signee Justin Williams and four-star signee Kristopher Jones. Will get our first look at UGA’s new signees when Georgia lines up for its annual spring scrimmage in April.

Georgia signs athletic 4-star LB Chris Cole

Georgia signs athletic 4-star LB Chris Cole

The Georgia Bulldogs have signed linebacker Chris Cole out of Salem, Va. The four-star linebacker gives Georgia an athletic defender that can play in pass coverage or tackle in the trenches.

Cole, a 6-foot-3, 210 pound linebacker, is the No. 3 ranked linebacker in the 2024 class and could make an impact immediately with several linebackers entering the portal. Cole committed to the Bulldogs in September and hasn’t visited any other school

He made a transition from defensive back to linebacker in his junior year in high school. He has the speed to play at linebacker, but will likely need to put on weight consistently get off blocks. He has a good feel for tackling angles and he doesn’t often get caught looking in the backfield.

Football runs in the family as his uncle is Rohan Marley, who played linebacker for Miami in the early 90s. Marley’s son and Cole’s cousin, Nico, also played linebacker at Tulane.

Cole will be fighting for playing time alongside fellow recruits Justin Williams and Kristopher Jones.

Social media reacts: 4-star LB Chris Cole commits to UGA football

How did UGA social media react as four-star linebacker Chris Cole committed to Georgia football?

Versatile four-star linebacker Chris Cole has committed to the Georgia Bulldogs over the Tennessee Volunteers and others. Cole, a member of the 2024 recruiting cycle, is commitment No. 27 for head coach Kirby Smart and Georgia.

Georgia has the nation’s No. 1 recruiting class. The Bulldogs have commitments from three five-star recruits and 18 four-star recruits, per 247Sports.

The 6-foot-3, 210-pound linebacker plays high school football and runs track for Salem High School in Salem, Virginia. Cole is the top recruit in Virginia and the No. 56 prospect nationally. Cole is the No. 6 linebacker in the 2024 recruiting cycle.

Georgia football fans and media are hyped up because the Bulldogs continue to recruit at an elite level. How did social media react as Chris Cole committed to Georgia football?

4-star LB Chris Cole commits to Georgia football

The Georgia Bulldogs have added a commitment from speedy, versatile linebacker recruit Chris Cole

Four-star class of 2024 linebacker recruit Chris Cole has committed to the Georgia Bulldogs. Chris Cole has ascended up recruiting rankings throughout recent months.

Cole committed to Georgia over Virginia Tech, USC, Tennessee, Miami, and Penn State. Cole picked Georgia right after visiting Tennessee this weekend.

The four-star linebacker plays high school football and runs track for Salem High School in Salem, Virginia. Cole is ranked as the No. 1 recruit in Virginia and the No. 56 prospect nationally. Cole is the No. 6 linebacker in the 2024 recruiting cycle.

Cole has excellent speed and is a versatile defender. The 6-foot-3, 210-pound linebacker set a school record in the 60-meter dash recently. He plays safety and wide receiver in addition to linebacker. The Salem standout is a good student. Cole has committed to playing in the 2024 Under Armour-All-America Game.

On film, Cole does a good job of driving on opposing ball carriers and is quick to diagnose plays. Cole is solid in coverage and plays well out in open space. He could be a box safety or a linebacker at the next level.

Head coach Kirby Smart and co-defensive coordinator Glenn Schumann love speed at the linebacker position. Georgia currently has the No. 1 recruiting class in the nation. Chris Cole recently visited Georgia in June 2023.

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The talented class of 2024 recruit committed to Georgia via the 247Sports YouTube channel.

Georgia continues to be one of the top schools at recruiting elite linebacker talent in recent seasons.

 

Tennessee football’s remaining 2024 recruiting targets

A look at the remaining top 2024 football recruiting targets for Tennessee.

Third-year head coach Josh Heupel is on pace for a historic recruiting cycle with Tennessee’s 2024 class.

Tennessee has 20 commitments for its 2024 recruiting class: Cornerback Kaleb Beasley, defensive lineman Carson Gentle, athlete Marcus Goree Jr., athlete Jonathan Echols, quarterback Jake Merklinger, offensive tackle Jesse Perry, offensive tackle Gage Ginther, safety Edrees Farooq, defensive lineman Jeremias Heard, edge rusher Kellen Lindstrom, running back Peyton Lewis, athlete Boo Carter, linebacker Jordan Burns, offensive lineman Max Anderson, wide receiver Braylon Staley, offensive lineman William Satterwhite, wide receiver Mike Matthews, linebacker Edwin Spillman, offensive lineman Bennett Warren and edge rusher Jordan Ross.

The Vols’ 2024 class ranks No. 6 nationally and No. 4 in the Southeastern Conference.

Vols Wire looks at Tennessee’s top remaining recruiting targets for the 2024 class.

4-star linebacker Chris Cole names top schools, sets commitment date

Four-star linebacker Chris Cole plans to commit on Sept. 10

Four-star linebacker recruit Chris Cole is one of the most versatile recruits in the class of 2024 recruiting cycle. He plays safety and wide receiver in addition to linebacker. Cole’s background playing safety helps him immensely in coverage as a linebacker.

Chris Cole plays football and runs track for Salem High School in Salem, Virginia. Cole is ranked as the No. 1 recruit in Virginia and the No. 58 prospect nationally. Cole is the No. 6 linebacker in the class of 2024.

The 6-foot-3, 210-pound linebacker has excellent speed. Cole set a school record in the 60-meter dash recently. The Salem standout has committed to playing in the 2024 Under Armour-All-America Game.

Cole plans to announce his commitment on Sept. 10. Who are his top six schools?

Tennessee makes top six for No. 1 2024 player in Virginia

Tennessee is one of six schools for the No. 1 2024 player in Virginia.

Four-star linebacker Chris Cole announced his top six schools on Monday. He is scheduled to announce his commitment on Sept. 10.

Tennessee, Penn State, Miami, Georgia, Virginia Tech and USC are Cole’s top six schools.

The 6-foot-3, 210-pound linebacker is from Salem High School in Salem, Virginia.

Cole is the No. 53 overall prospect in the class of 2024. He ranks as the No. 5 linebacker and No. 1 player in Virginia, according to On3 industry rankings.

Cole recorded 76 tackles and 11 tackles for a loss as a junior after playing his first two seasons at defensive back.

He unofficially visited Tennessee on July 29. His teammate, four-star running back Peyton Lewis, committed to the Vols on May 27.

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UGA football in the mix for 4-star LB Chris Cole

The Georgia Bulldogs are a contender for speedy, versatile linebacker recruit Chris Cole

Four-star class of 2024 linebacker recruit Chris Cole has named his top schools. Chris Cole has ascended up recruiting rankings throughout recent months.

The four-star linebacker considers Virginia Tech, Georgia, Notre Dame, Alabama, USC, Tennessee, Miami, and Penn State to be his top eight schools.

Chris Cole plays high school football and runs track for Salem High School in Salem, Virginia. Cole is ranked as the No. 1 recruit in Virginia and the No. 58 prospect nationally. Cole is the No. 6 linebacker in the 2024 recruiting cycle. The elite linebacker has committed to playing in the 2024 Under Armour-All-America Game.

Cole has excellent speed. The 6-foot-3, 210-pound linebacker set a school record in the 60-meter dash recently. Chris Cole has great versatility. He plays safety and wide receiver in addition to linebacker. Chris Cole is a good student.

On film, Cole does a good job of driving on opposing ball carriers and is quick to diagnose plays. Cole is solid in coverage and plays well out in open space. He could be a box safety or a linebacker at the next level.

Chris Cole recently visited Georgia in June 2023.

The talented class of 2024 prospect announced his top eight schools via Twitter:

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