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UGA football player card: DB Patrick Taylor

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Patrick Taylor played at Johns Creek High School before coming to UGA.

Patrick Taylor, defensive back (No. 38):

Class: Freshman

Height: 6-0

Weight: 175 pounds

Hometown: Johns Creek, Georgia

High School: Johns Creek High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Patrick Taylor played at Johns Creek High School before coming to the University of Georgia as a preferred walk-on.

It is likely going to be a redshirt year for Taylor, if there’s any college football. Dan Lanning and the Georgia Bulldogs defense has a loaded defensive backfield for 2020 and beyond.

Patrick Taylor was an All Region and All State cornerback during his time in high school. Here’s how his announced his decision to attend UGA:

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UGA football player card: DB Jehlen Cannady

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Jehlen Cannady played at Westside High School before coming to UGA as a preferred walk-on

Jehlen Cannady, defensive back (No. 43):

Class: Freshman

Height: 6-0

Weight: 176 pounds

Hometown: Macon, Georgia

High School: Westside High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Jehlen Cannady played at Westside High School before coming to the University of Georgia as a preferred walk-on.

It is likely going to be a redshirt year for Cannady, if the SEC plays football. Dan Lanning and the Georgia Bulldogs defense has a loaded defensive backfield for 2020 and beyond.

Jehlen Cannady’s nickname is “Hollywood”. He was excited when UGA offered his a PWO offer in January of 2020.

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Georgia football player card: DB Kurt Knisely

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Kurt Knisely arrives in Athens as a member of the class of 2020. He attended Athens Academy.

Kurt Knisely, defensive back (No. 46):

Class: Freshman

Height: 6-0

Weight: 200 pounds

Hometown: Watkinsville, Georgia

High School: Athens Academy

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Kurt Knisely arrives in Athens as a member of the class of 2020. Knisely is a preferred walk-on from Athens Academy. He’s not having to travel far to continue his football career.

It is likely going to be a redshirt year for Knisely. Dan Lanning and the Georgia Bulldogs defense has a stacked defensive backfield.

Georgia football is currently recruiting another talented player out of Athens Academy. Kirby Smart will look to keep the most talented hometown kids at home.

Throwback to when Knisely committed to the Dawgs at National Signing Day!

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Georgia football player card: DB Dan Jackson

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Dan Jackson redshirted during the 2019 season.

Dan Jackson, defensive back (No. 47):

Class: Redshirt freshman

Height: 6-1

Weight: 180 pounds

Hometown: Gainesville, Georgia

High School: North Hall High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Dan Jackson redshirted during the 2019 season. Jackson made All State as a senior at North Hall High School. Jackson isn’t anticipated to have a large role in Georgia’s secondary.

Dan Lanning and company had a stifling defense last season and the Dawgs may be even better in 2020. It will be among to the best defenses in the nation. Georgia’s defensive backs should be special next season.

Jackson participated during practice last spring:

Jackson additionally played basketball during his time in at North Hall.

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Georgia football player card: DB Jake Wilson

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Jake Wilson’s dad, Chad, also played football for the University of Georgia.

Jake Wilson, defensive back (No. 46):

Class: Redshirt freshman

Height: 5-9

Weight: 175 pounds

Hometown: Acworth, Georgia

High School: Mt. Paran High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Jake Wilson walked on to the football team in 2019. He took a redshirt last season and primarily served as a scout team player.

Wilson was an All-State selection in high school at Mount Paran. His dad, Chad, also played at Georgia under Ray Goff.

Georgia is stacked in the secondary headed into next season. The Dawgs have Eric Stokes, DJ Daniel, Tyson Campbell, Kelee Ringo, Divaad Wilson, Mark Webb, and more at cornerback.

Georgia’s defense may be the best in the nation next season. The passing defense has more room to improve, but much of that falls on Georgia’s pass rush, which was middle of the pack (in terms of sacks) last season. The Dawgs had the best run defense in the country in 2019.

Dan Lanning and company had a stifling defense last season and the Dawgs may be even better in 2020. They’ll be fun to watch.

Wilson chose attending the University of Georgia over other local schools like Kennesaw State.

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Georgia football player card: DB Hugh Nelson

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Hugh Nelson won the Defensive Scout Team Player of the Year award in 2018.

Hugh Nelson, defensive back (No. 39):

Class: Redshirt sophomore

Height: 6-2

Weight: 198 pounds

Hometown: Powder Springs, Georgia

High School: Hillgrove High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Hugh Nelson walked on to the football team in 2018. He took a redshirt that season and primarily served as a key scout team player. Nelson won the Defensive Scout Team Player of the Year award for his effort in 2018.

Nelson appeared in the Arkansas State game season. He’ll be looking to play in more contests next season. Nelson also played in the spring game of 2019. Nelson ran track and played football during his time at Hillgrove High School.

Georgia is stacked in the secondary headed into next season. The Dawgs have Eric Stokes, DJ Daniel, Tyson Campbell, Kelee Ringo, Divaad Wilson, Mark Webb, and more at cornerback.

Georgia’s defense will be among the best in the nation next season. The passing defense has a little room to improve, but much of that falls on Georgia’s pass rush, which was middle of the pack (in terms of sacks) last season.

Dan Lanning and company had a stifling defense last season and the Dawgs may be even better in 2020. They’ll be fun to watch.

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UGA football player card: DB Latavious Brini

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Latavious Brini came to the University of Georgia as a three-star recruit in the class of 2017.

Latavious Brini, defensive back (No. 36):

Class: Junior

Height: 6-2

Weight: 210 pounds

Hometown: Miami Gardens, Florida

High School: Mater Academy Charter

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Latavious Brini came to the University of Georgia as a three-star recruit. Brini played in five games last season. He intercepted a pass against Murray State.

Throwback to when Brini signed to come to Athens and play for Kirby Smart:

Brini is another example of Georgia football’s increased recruiting in Florida. Georgia has a talented running back commitment in the class of 2021 from the Sunshine State.

Georgia is stacked in the secondary headed into next season. The Dawgs have Eric Stokes, DJ Daniel, Tyson Campbell, Kelee Ringo, Divaad Wilson, Mark Webb, and more at cornerback.

Georgia’s defense will be elite once again next season. The passing defense has some room to improve, but much of that lays at the hands of Georgia’s pass rush. Dan Lanning and company had a stifling defense last. The Dawgs may be even better next year.

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UGA football player card: DB William Poole

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back William Poole redshirted last season. He came to Athens as a four-star recruit.

William Poole, defensive back (No. 31):

Class: Junior

Height: 6-0

Weight: 190 pounds

Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia

High School: Hapeville Charter High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back William Poole came to the University of Georgia as a four-star recruit. Poole redshirted last season (he played against Murray State, Arkansas State, and Georgia Tech).

He saw more playing time a sophomore in 2018. That season he played in eight games and secured ten total tackles.

Poole and fellow UGA defensive back Christopher Smith were teammates at Hapeville Charter. Both players will face a lot of competition at the defensive back position this upcoming season.

Georgia is stacked in the secondary. The Dawgs have Eric Stokes, DJ Daniel, Tyson Campbell, Kelee Ringo, Divaad Wilson, Mark Webb, and more at cornerback. Georgia’s defense will be elite once again next season. Dan Lanning and company already had a stifling defense in 2019. The Dawgs may be even better next year.

Poole had arguably the quote of the offseason with his Mother’s Day Tweet:

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UGA football player card: DB Christopher Smith

UGA defensive back Christopher Smith came to Athens as a four-star recruit out of Hapeville Charter in Georgia.

Christopher Smith, defensive back (No. 29):

Class: Junior

Height: 5-11

Weight: 180 pounds

Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia

High School: Hapeville Charter High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Christopher Smith came to Athens as a four-star recruit. Smith played in every game last season, recording seven tackles in the process, including two against Tennessee.

Smith helped Hapeville Charter win a GHSA state title in 2017. He ran tack in high school as well. Smith and fellow UGA defensive back William Poole were teammates at Hapeville Charter.

Smith will face a lot of competition at defensive back this upcoming season. Georgia is stacked at corner. The Dawgs have Eric Stokes, DJ Daniel, Tyson Campbell, Kelee Ringo, Divaad Wilson, Mark Webb, and more at cornerback. Georgia’s defense will be elite once again next season.

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UGA football player card: DB Eric Stokes

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Eric Stokes will be an important player for Dan Lanning’s defense in 2020

Eric Stokes, cornerback (No. 27):

Class: Junior

Height: 6-1

Weight: 185 pounds

Hometown: Covington, Georgia

High School: Eastside High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Eric Stokes will be an important player for Dan Lanning’s defense in 2020. Stokes will be the number one cornerback on the team.

Stokes finished last season as a second team All-SEC performer and has a chance to make the first team this season. He emerged during the 2018 season after being a three-star recruit who redshirted in 2017. Stokes broke out against the Missouri Tigers, where he made key pass deflections and blocked a punt and returned it for a touchdown.

The Eastside High School product finished 2019 with 38 tackles and 9 pass break-ups. He was a key cog in the top scoring defense in the country and should be just as disruptive next season. Bulldog fans should enjoy Stokes this season because he may be heading to the NFL afterwards.

Stokes had arguably Georgia’s best play of the 2019 season:

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