Los Angeles Chargers select Georgia Bulldogs DB Mark Webb

Georgia defensive back Mark Webb was selected by the Los Angeles Chargers with Pick 241 in the 2021 NFL draft. Details here

The Los Angeles Chargers have selected Georgia defensive back Mark Webb in the seventh round (No. 241) of the 2021 NFL draft.

Webb is a former four-star receiver out of Philadelphia in the Bulldogs’ 2017 recruiting class who converted to defense and contributed to an elite Georgia defense over the last three seasons.

Webb played the ‘star’ position, a hybrid between a linebacker and defensive back that uses versatility to do a variety of things in the secondary. In 49 games played, Webb racked up 82 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, an interception, 9 passes defended and 2 forced fumbles.

While Webb was forced to share playing time with a talented Georgia secondary, he made things count on Georgia’s pro day on March 17. He jumped 11 feet, 4 inches in the broad jump, which was just two inches shy of the mark Jeremy Chinn set at the top of the leaderboard for defensive backs at last year’s NFL combine. His 36.5-inch vertical jump and 80-inch wingspan opened eyes as well.

Check out Webb intercept Wake Forest quarterback Jamie Newman at the Reese’s Senior Bowl this year.

 


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Georgia football defensive back accepts Senior Bowl invite

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Mark Webb has accepted an invitation to the 2021 Reese’s Senior Bowl.

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Mark Webb has accepted an invitation to the 2021 Reese’s Senior Bowl. Mark Webb is a senior out of Archbishop Wood High School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Webb has come a long way since arriving in Athens as a four-star wide receiver recruit. Webb converted to defensive back in 2017 and primarily plays the slot cornerback position. He’s proven himself to be a steady run defender and a consistent tackler. Webb will look to improve upon his coverage versus elite competition.

Mark Webb’s acceptance of the Reese’s Senior Bowl invitation means he’ll in all likelihood declare for the 2021 NFL Draft following the college football season. This season is unique for college football because players who played in every game this season can return next year without elapsing any of their eligibility. Webb will play in his final home game Dec. 5 against Vanderbilt.

Webb joins fellow Georgia Bulldogs players to accept an invitation to the game like tight end Tre’ McKitty, offensive lineman Ben Cleveland and defensive lineman Malik Herring. Bulldog fans should expect several more Dawgs to accept invitations to the game. Look for a lot of Georgia Bulldogs to be selected in the 2021 NFL Draft.

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