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UGA football player card: WR Trey Blount

Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Trey Blount played in just four games last season while fighting through injuries and redshirted.

Trey Blount, Wide Receiver (#14):

Class: Junior

Height: 6-2

Weight: 200 pounds

Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia

High School: Pace Academy

Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Trey Blount played in just four games last season and redshirted. Blount came to the University of Georgia as a four-star recruit.

Blount is a sound, fundamental blocker who knows his assignments. He fought through injuries in 2019. Before last season, Blount played in 14 games in both 2017 and 2018. He has four receptions for 52 yards in his career.

In 2020, Blount will compete for the receiver playing time in the position opposite George Pickens. Dominick Blaylock is recovering from a torn ACL. Georgia secured a top recruiting class in 2020 and has a wealth of talent at the wide receiver position. It will be position group competition to watch next season.

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm and wide receiver Trey Blount celebrate the victory against the Oklahoma Sooners following the 2018 Rose Bowl college football playoff semifinal game. Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

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Georgia Bulldogs player card: OLB Azeez Ojulari

Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Azeez Ojulari had the most sacks on the team in 2019. The Marietta High School product was a 4-star recruit.

Azeez Ojulari, Outside Linebacker (#13):

Class: Redshirt sophomore

Height: 6-3

Weight: 240 pounds

Hometown: Marietta, Georgia

High School: Marietta High School

Georgia Bulldogs outside linebacker/defensive end Azeez Ojulari came to Athens as a four-star recruit. He redshirted during his freshman year in 2018, where he played in three games. Azeez made an impact the Sugar Bowl against Texas where he previewed his talent for the years to come.

Ojulari’s freshman season was impressive. He recorded the most sacks (5.5) and pressures (34) on the best scoring and rushing defense in the country. Kirby Smart has shown immense respect for the Marietta High School product. He became Kirby’s first freshman to captain a game against Tennessee. Ojulari proved worthy of captaincy recording ten pressures against the Volunteers.

Now, Ojulari is a stud returning to arguably the best defense in the country in 2020. He is one of the best pass rushers returning in the SEC. He’s only cracked the surface of his potential and could declare for the NFL after this season. Enjoy Ojulari while he lasts Dawg fans!

His brother, BJ Ojulari, will be a true freshman outside linebacker on the LSU Tigers this season. BJ was also a four-star recruit out of Marietta.

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UGA football player card: QB Stetson Bennett

Georgia Bulldogs junior quarterback Stetson Bennett transferred to UGA from Jones County Junior College.

Stetson Bennett, Quarterback (#13):

Class: Junior

Height: 5-11

Weight: 190 pounds

Hometown: Blackshear, Georgia

High School: Pierce County High School

Georgia Bulldogs junior quarterback Stetson Bennett was Georgia’s primary back-up behind current Buffalo Bills QB Jake Fromm in 2019. Bennett played in five games last season.

He threw for 260 yards completing 20/27 of his passing attempts. Bennett also passed for a pair of touchdowns and one interception. He rushed for twelve yards and scored one rushing touchdown.

Bennett is projected to be the back-up behind Jamie Newman in 2020 and will compete with D’Wan Mathis, and Carson Beck. Bennett has the most experience in UGA’s system, but lacks the physical talent that Mathis, Beck, and Newman all have.

Bennett came to Athens as a lightly recruited three-star prospect. He redshirted in 2017, while playing scout team quarterback. He then transferred to Jones County Junior College in Ellisville, Mississippi. He helped Jones County win their conference, scoring 20 total TDs and accumulating almost 2,000 total yards in the process.

Following his junior college season, Bennett transferred back to the University of Georgia and enrolled for the spring semester of 2019.

Jones quarterback Stetson Bennett (5) runs the ball against East Mississippi during MACJC Championship Game action held Saturday November 10th, 2018 in Ellisville, Mississippi.(Photo/Bob Smith-For the Clarion Ledger)

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UGA football player card: LB Rian Davis

Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Rian Davis redshirted during his freshman year. He tore his ACL as a high school senior, but looks 100% now.

Rian Davis, Linebacker (#12):

Class: Redshirt freshman

Height: 6-2

Weight: 230 pounds

Hometown: Apopka, Florida

High School: Wekiva High School

Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Rian Davis redshirted during his freshman year in 2019. He appeared in the home defeat against the South Carolina Gamecocks.

Davis came to Athens as a four-star recruit, who was a top-100 prospect. He tore his ACL as a senior in high school (four games in). Davis, an Orlando-area recruit, enrolled early at the University of Georgia and was healthy enough to participate in spring practice.

Davis should be much more like himself this season. Most severe lower body injuries take two years to fully recover back to 100%. Davis will be a depth piece on Dan Lanning’s defense, which plays a high number of defenders every season. Don’t be shocked if Davis, now healthy, can crack the rotation for consistent playing time.

Davis has been training hard this off-season and looks strong:

Georgia fans must check out his incredible spin move from high school. You rarely see a spin move end up as a pancake:

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UGA football player card: WR Tommy Bush

Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Tommy Bush came to Athens as a four-star recruit., but he only played in one game last season.

Tommy Bush, Wide Receiver (#12):

Class: Redshirt Sophomore

Height: 6-5

Weight: 195 pounds

Hometown: Schertz, Texas

High School: Samuel Clemens High School

Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Tommy Bush redshirted as a freshman in 2018, when he played in two games: against Austin Peay and UMass. Bush only played one game in 2019. He caught one pass for one yard against Georgia Tech.

At 6-5, Bush has excellent size and the potential to replace Lawrence Cager as a red zone target. Bush came to Athens as a talented four-star wide receiver.

In 2020, Bush will compete for the receiver playing time in the position opposite George Pickens. Dominick Blaylock is recovering from a torn ACL. Georgia secured an elite recruiting class in 2020 and has plenty of talent at the wide receiver position. It will be an interesting position battle to see unfold.

Tommy Bush has been working hard in preparation for the season:

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Georgia Bulldogs player card: OLB Jermaine Johnson

Georgia Bulldogs outside linebacker Jermaine Johnson appeared on the Netflix documentary “Last Chance U” before transferring to UGA.

Jermaine Johnson, Outside Linebacker (#11):

Class: Senior

Height: 6-5

Weight: 240 pounds

Hometown: Eden Prairie, Minnesota

High School: Eden Prairie High School

Georgia Bulldogs outside linebacker/defensive end Jermaine Johnson transferred to Athens from Independence Community College. He was coached by Jason Brown and appeared on the Netflix documentary “Last Chance U” in season three.

Johnson came to UGA as a four-star recruit. He racked up 20 tackles and 2.5 sacks last season. He’ll be a factor once again in 2020. Look for him to top his 12 total pressures from last season. His biggest plays of the season came when he pressured Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book on the final play and when he forced a fumble against the Auburn Tigers.

Johnson played in all 14 games last season. He helped Georgia have the best  scoring defense and the nation’s top run defense in 2019. Kirby Smart, Dan Lanning and the Bulldog defense should be elite once again in 2020.

Sep 21, 2019; Athens, GA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Ian Book (12) throws a pass against Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Jermaine Johnson (11) during the first quarter at Sanford Stadium. Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

Johnson has been working out from home in preparation for the 2020 season:

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UGA football player card: WR Kearis Jackson

Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Kearis Jackson redshirted as a freshman in 2018. He broke his hand versus Vanderbilt in 2019.

Kearis Jackson, Wide Receiver (#10):

Class: Redshirt Sophomore

Height: 6-0

Weight: 200 pounds

Hometown: Fort Valley, Georgia

High School: Peach County High School

Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Kearis Jackson redshirted as a freshman in 2018. He was able to play in four games after enrolling early at UGA. Jackson came to Georgia as a touted four-star recruit from Peach County High School. In high school, Jackson played football and ran track.

Jackson started the first game of 2019 against Vanderbilt, but broke his hand. Jackson’s injury set him back after a career best game against Vanderbilt (2 catches for 31 yards).

Jackson started seven games, but didn’t have a large impact on offense. He ended the season with five catches for 79 yards. He and quarterback Jake Fromm never quite found a grove, which can be partially attributed to his broken hand.

In 2020, Jackson will compete for the starting wide receiver position opposite George Pickens. Dominick Blaylock is recovering from a torn ACL. Georgia secured an elite recruiting class in 2020 and has plenty of talent at the wide receiver position.

Oct 27, 2018; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Kearis Jackson (10) works out prior to the game at TIAA Bank Field. Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

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UGA football player card: DL Malik Herring

Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Malik Herring gave Dan Lanning’s defense a big boost when he decided to return for his senior season

Malik Herring (#10):

Class: Senior

Height: 6-3

Weight: 280 pounds

Hometown: Forsyth, Georgia

High School: Mary Persons High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Malik Herring gave Dan Lanning’s defense a big boost when he decided to return for his senior season. As a junior, Herring played in 12 games and recorded 29 tackles.

Herring was a key piece in Georgia’s top rated 2019 rushing and scoring defense. He also frequented the opposing backfield racking up 18 pressures in the process.

Herring has been a big-factor against the Florida Gators. Over his career he has seven tackles, five QB pressures, and a forced fumble against the Gators.

Georgia fans should expect Herring to start at 3-4 defensive end for the Dawgs next season. Herring came to Georgia as a four-star prospect and is living up to his billing. He’s seen lots of playing time since he was a freshman.

Watch out for Herring when the Dawgs take on the Gators! Herring will look to bump up his NFL Draft stock with a big senior season. Best of luck to Malik.

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UGA football player card: DB Ameer Speed

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Ameer Speed is 6-3 and one of the lengthier defensive backs on the team.

Defensive Back Ameer Speed (#9):

Class: Junior

Height: 6-3

Weight: 211 pounds

Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida

High School: Sandalwood High School

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Ameer Speed is a key special-teamer for Kirby Smart and company. Speed came to Athens as a three or four-star recruit (depending on the recruiting service). He’s one of the lengthier defensive backs on the team.

Speed played as eleven games as a freshman in 2017. He redshirted in 2018, but appeared in a pair of games. Last season, Speed played in thirteen games. He recorded five tackles and was named co-winner of the Special Teams Most Improved Player.

Speed is projected to be depth in the secondary in 2020. He has valuable experience and should not be overlooked. His experience could be important with a shortened off-season.

Nov 30, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs OL Solomon Kindley and OL Andrew Thomas and DB Ameer Speed  celebrate after a victory against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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UGA football player card: QB Nathan Priestley

Georgia Bulldogs redshirt freshman quarterback Nathan Priestley appeared in two games as a freshman.

Nathan Priestley, Quarterback (#9):

Class: Redshirt freshman

Height: 6-4

Weight: 205 pounds

Hometown: Los Angeles, California

High School: Loyola High School

Georgia Bulldogs redshirt freshman quarterback Nathan Priestley appeared in two games as a freshman. He was an unranked recruit coming into Athens. He captained his football team at Loyola High School in Los Angeles, California.

Priestley played a lot of scout team in 2019, but he did see some game action against Murray State and Arkansas State. He completed one pass for two yards against Murray State. He had a team low (among players who attempted passes) of one incomplete pass and didn’t throw any interceptions.

He was one of three UGA quarterbacks to attempt a pass in 2019. Priestley was able to redshirt since he played in under four games. He’ll compete for the back up role behind Jamie Newman in 2020 with D’Wan Mathis, Stetson Bennett, and Carson Beck.

Check out his tape from high school:

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ATHENS, GA – SEPTEMBER 29: A general view of Sanford Stadium during the game between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Tennessee Volunteers on September 29, 2012 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)

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