Georgia’s Jamon Dumas-Johnson emerging as force at ILB

‘Pop’ has emerged at ILB…

DawgNation was left wondering who would step-up at linebacker in 2022 after the departure Nakobe Dean, Quay Walker and Channing Tindall to the NFL.

Sophomore Jamon Dumas-Johnson has emerged as as a key contributor at the position through four games.

Johnson was named to Pro Football Focus’ Team of the Week for his performance in Week-3 at South Carolina.

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‘Pop’ continued to impress the following week versus Kent State, racking up six tackles, two sacks and three tackles for loss.

“He’s slowly becoming that vocal leader of the unit … I love the way he’s maturing, and he’s getting more confidence … He practices the right way, so it doesn’t surprise me.” Coach Kirby Smart said.

Georgia needs Dumas-Johnson’s to continue to grow as the Bulldogs begin to play more meaningful SEC games this fall.

UGA will take on Missouri this Saturday at 7:30 p.m. on SEC Network.

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Get ready for gameday! Former Georgia All-SEC and NFL pro tackle, John Theus, joins our podcast to tell stories of his time in Athens and thoughts on the 2022 season. Listen here.

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Georgia LB named to Butkus Award Watchlist

A young Georgia LB poised for a big 2022 season…

The Butkus Award, given annually to the nation’s top linebacker, has released its watchlist ahead of the 2022 season.

Georgia football’s Jamon Dumas-Johnson is named on the list. The sophomore will take over the inside linebacker spot left by NFL draftee and 2021 Butkus Award winner, Nakobe Dean.

Dumas-Johnson would become the third UGA linebacker to win the award since 2017 (Dean, Roquan Smith).

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Georgia’s loaded defense last season didn’t have much room for a young Dumas-Johnson to get reps, yet the Hyattsville, M.d., native still flashed talent when given the chance.

The former four-star recruit recorded 22 tackles, 2.5 tackles for a loss, and 2.0 sacks, along with an interception (returned for a touchdown) and 2.0 quarterback pressures.

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