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Florida flips 4-star ATH from Arkansas, adds to 2024 LOI signee list

This multi-purpose athlete could really mix things up on offense for the Gators as early as next fall.

Billy Napier and Co. are having a field day on Wednesday as Florida football secures its 2024 recruiting class on the opening day of the early signing period. It has been mostly good news for the Gators, and the latest entry just adds to the optimism.

Four-star athlete Jaden Baugh out of Decatur (Georgia) Columbia made his mark on his letter of intent, joining the ranks of the Orange and Blue on the big day. The news is bigger than just the name.

He had been committed to the Arkansas Razorbacks until earlier in the week when he backed away from from the Hogs. Led by the efforts of running backs coach Jabbar Juluke, Florida swooped in to land his talents, which are expected to be used at more than just the running back position.

“They talked with me a lot about (running back), but they also said I am very versatile, so I can play receiver, running back, and he said they use their running backs in the passing game, too,” Baugh told Swamp247. “They run the ball a lot, and you can see it. He said all weekend, numbers don’t lie. They had two running backs in the top 10 for rushing.”

He rushed for 1,583 yards and 19 touchdowns in 2023 plus 531 receiving yards and six more scores received.

For what it is worth, the Alabama Crimson Tide were also in serious contention for Baugh’s services. Instead, he chose the Swamp as his collegiate destination.

Baugh is ranked No. 382 overall and No. 17 at the athlete position nationally according to the 247Sports composite. The On3 industry ranking has him at No. 357 overall and 26 among running backs.

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Three-star Arkansas commit is still listening to what Florida has to offer

Three-star athlete committed to Arkansas says he enjoyed his experience at UF, listening to what the recruiting staff has to offer.

The Florida Gators had a few special guests on the sidelines for its meeting with the Arkansas Razorbacks last Saturday.

One prospect, whom the Gators have as listed as a priority, is three-star Arkansas commit [autotag]Jadan Baugh[/autotag]. The 2024 recruit likes the environment in Gainesville and wants to make another visit.

Swamp247 asked the three-star about his experience in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

“It was a great atmosphere,” Baugh said. “It was very competitive, and it made me excited about watching the game today.”

Baugh is listed as an athlete on 247Sports, but it seems that the Gators would most likely use the multi-tool athlete as a running back. The Decatur, Georgia, native was observant of how the Gators utilized their running backs, Trevor Etienne and Montrell Johnson.

The three-star took time to speak with Florida running back coach Jabbar Juluke.

“It was great, I just told coach Juluke; I love seeing it in person rather than seeing it on TV to see how everything works behind the scenes,” Baugh said. “On TV, you only see highlights and stuff. I like seeing the whole game. They got me excited about what’s to come in the future.”

Florida head coach Billy Napier also spoke with Baugh, giving his pitch despite the overtime loss to Arkansas. When asked what was said, Baugh explained that the Gators are doing what they can to get him in Gainesville.

“Their main message to me is that they’re making me a priority and they want me to get back down here, and that’s what I did today,” Baugh said.

Baugh is labeled as a “hard commit” to Arkansas but is clearly still listening to what the scouts have to offer. The relationship between Baugh and the UF coaching staff is becoming stronger with each visit.

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Arkansas gets commitment from four-star athlete from Georgia

Jadan Baugh is Arkansas’ 10th commit in the Class of 2024 and the seventh four-star player.

Jadan Baugh’s commitment to Arkansas on Friday was the 10th in the Razorbacks’ Class of 2024.

Baugh, a four-star athlete from Decatur, Georgia, chose the Hogs over Georgia, Florida, Louisville and others. Many of Arkansas’ competitor schools were recruiting him as a linebacker, but he’s expected to be a running back in Fayettville. That’s figured because Jimmy Smith, Arkansas’ running backs coach, was his primary recruiter. Smith is also Arkansas’ top recruiter in the state of Georgia.

At 6-foot-2, 197 pounds, Baugh brings a complete package style to Arkansas. With that height, he will be expected to put on pounds and could develop into a Rocket Sanders type.

He’s the first commitment to the class in almost a month. Back on April 21 and 22, coach Sam Pittman picked up three commitments in two days. Baugh is the seventh four-star recruit of the group.

Arkansas’ class is ranked No. 15 in the country for 2024.

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Georgia football offers scholarship to 2024 ATH Jaden Baugh

2024 Decatur, Ga., athlete Jaden Baugh has received a scholarship offer from Georgia football. Details and highlights here.

Georgia coach Kirby Smart and staff have been working hard on the recruiting trail. June 1 marked the first time recruits could visit programs and meet coaches face-to-face in 16 months.

UGA has already hosted dozens of recruits for official visits and camps, and coaches are making scholarship offers to match.

Georgia’s most recent offer in the class of 2024 is running back Jaden Baugh out of Columbia High School in Decatur, Georgia.

Baugh stands at 6 feet, 2 inches and 190 pounds as a rising sophomore. Baugh has spent time at quarterback, running back, outside linebacker and safety.

Check out more of his freshman season highlights here.