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Kirby Smart names player that’s made a ‘big jump’ in fall camp

Georgia football head coach Kirby Smart likes the progress of one of Georgia’s top transfer receivers

Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart likes how Vanderbilt transfer wide receiver London Humphreys continues to improve.

“London (Humphreys) had a big jump from scrimmage one to scrimmage two,” said Smart.

Humphreys finished the 2023 college football season with 22 receptions for 439 receiving yards and four touchdowns. He is poised to step into a large role for Georgia this season. Following Georgia’s dismissal of receiver Rara Thomas, Humphreys could see more early playing time.

It is always an adjustment for transfers that are changing systems. Humphreys and two other transfer receivers (Miami’s Colbie Young and USC’s Michael Jackson) both spent spring practice with Georgia and could be relied on early and often this season. Georgia is replacing four of its five leading receivers from last year.

However, Kirby Smart did note that Colbie Young is dealing with a hamstring injury. “Colby’s been dealing with a hamstring some, so he hasn’t been 100 percent,” said Smart. Young figures to be one of Georgia’s top red zone threats this fall.

Overall, Smart is happy with how Georgia’s trio of transfer receivers is looking in fall camp. “Michael Jackson is a guy that’s been really reliable for us, a hard worker, competitor, continues to improve and get better. I’m pleased with all three of those guys,” said Smart.

We project Michael Jackson to be one of Georgia’s most utilized receivers in the screen game and think he is one of Georgia’s best receivers after the catch.

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London Humphreys has the most versatile route tree of Georgia’s three transfers. Humphreys is a deep threat that exploited Georgia for a long touchdown last season.

Highlights: Incoming UGA transfer WR London Humphreys

Vanderbilt transfer London Humphreys brings speed to the UGA offense

The Georgia Bulldogs plucked talented wide receiver London Humphreys away from SEC foe Vanderbilt. Humphreys, who transferred to Georgia in December, is ranked as the No. 15 transfer in the country and the No. 3 wide receiver. He has three seasons of eligibility remaining.

Humphreys has excellent speed and showcased it during his freshman season with Vanderbilt. In fact, he scored on a lengthy touchdown against Georgia that surely caught the eye of UGA head coach Kirby Smart.

The former Vanderbilt star joins a deep Georgia wide receiver room that features Arian Smith, Dominic Lovett, Dillon Bell, Rara Thomas, Anthony Evans, Miami transfer Colbie Young, USC transfer Michael Jackson III and more. Georgia quarterback Carson Beck has a lot of weapons to pick from in 2024 and should lead a very entertaining offense next season.

Let’s take a look at some of London Humphreys’ top highlights and statistics:

Former Vanderbilt receiver commits to Georgia

Former Vanderbilt receiver commits to Georgia

Former Vanderbilt wide receiver London Humphreys has committed to the Georgia Bulldogs. One of the best transfer portal receivers on the market visited Athens this past week and left with a good impression as he’ll be joining the Bulldogs.

Humphreys is a 6-foot-3 receiver that has speed and can be a vertical threat for the Georgia Bulldogs. Humphreys is a former three-star recruit from Nashville, Tenn. He’ll have three years of eligibility remaining.

Humphreys caught 22 passes for 439 yards and 4 touchdowns. The biggest touchdown of his young career was against the Bulldogs with a 49-yard catch -and-run that put the Commodores up 7-0 early.

Humphreys adds to a loaded wide receiver room, but it’s still awaiting decisions from certain players, such as Ladd McConkey. The passing attack will be a clear emphasis for the Bulldogs since Carson Beck announced his return.

Humphreys is the third high-level receiving threat the Bulldogs have gotten from the portal in the past two seasons. With Dominic Lovett and Rara Thomas transferring in last season and now Humphreys, the transfer portal seems to be a popular place for the Bulldogs to find receiving talent.

Top WR in transfer portal projected to commit to Georgia

The nation’s top wide receiver in the transfer portal is projected to commit to the Georgia Bulldogs.

The nation’s top wide receiver in the transfer portal, per 247Sports, is projected to commit to the Georgia Bulldogs. Vanderbilt wide receiver London Humphreys has an impressive combination of size and speed.

Humphreys finished his freshman season with 22 receptions for 439 yards and four touchdowns. The 6-foot-3, 186-pound wide receiver was Vanderbilt’s second-leading receiver in 2023.

Humphreys, who is ranked as a four-star transfer, is the nation’s No. 5 transfer and the No. 1 wide receiver. Georgia football added two transfer receivers via the transfer portal last offseason and appears to be looking to add another this transfer cycle.