We dig deep into what players from each class we expect – and in some cases need – to perform at their best to offer the Bulldogs their greatest chance to be successful this fall in Part 1 of a four-part series.
First, we will address the new freshman.
When discussing freshmen who haven’t played a game in college, it basically boils down to speculation, but we can still have some fun speculating about how we “think” they will perform.
We will have the ability to examine the sophomores, juniors, and seniors with greater discernment.
Here we go (for the purposes of this debate, we include redshirt freshmen):
Outside linebacker Damon Wilson Jr.:
Wilson appears to be the man most equipped to provide the Bulldogs what they need, and Georgia will need to produce some pass pressure from its outside linebackers among its freshmen.
Wilson, who is tall, swift, and has a quick first step, was credited with the most sacks for either team on G-Day, two.
Wilson might not immediately be given a starting position, but he is expected to make the most of his opportunities when they present themselves.
Security Joenel Aguero: We have a lot of affection for Aguero since he appears to be on the same level as Malaki Starks from a previous season, which is partly due to Starks’s success from the previous year.
Georgia requires assistance with depth at safety.
Raylen Wilson, the inside linebacker: Perhaps I’m just falling for his high school charm.
Wilson, though, simply has a “football player” appearance. How can you look at him and not assume he’s going to be on the field, even with players like Jamon Dumas-Johnson, Smael Mondon, and maybe Xavian Sorey ahead of him?
The implication is that Wilson will compel himself to enter some kind of rotation, and we’ll be discussing his influence all season long.
The first-years who must have the most influence
Earnest Greene Jr., left tackle: You’ve already read a lot about Greene’s competition with Austin Blaske for the left tackle spot when fall camp begins.
Greene is no longer a redshirt because of his back problems.
Cornerback A.J. Harris: There are many of contenders to start at cornerback opposite Kamari Lassiter.
While Daylen Everette and Nyland Green, both sophomores, may be ahead at the moment, Kirby Smart may find it alluring to play a taller corner when the chance presents itself because Harris is one of Georgia’s bigger corners at 6-foot-1 and 190 pounds.
Although redshirt freshman Julian Humphrey is also a contender, we’ll choose Harris because of his stature in this piece.
Running Back Roderick Robinson: The injuries that Robinson has sustained, as well as his past history of injuries, are the reason he is featured in this category.
While Kendall Milton (hamstring) should be fine when fall camp begins, Branson.
Jordan Hall, a defensive lineman, shone on G-Day. We did saw him in the backfield a few times, even if he was only given a tackle credit.
Position coach Tray Scott may use him as a third-down option, like he did with Bear Alexander last season, in part because of his ability to create an inside rush.
Playing rookie defensive lineman doesn’t scare the Bulldogs (see Travon Walker and Mykel Williams). Don’t be shocked by Hall’s abilities; he might be the next.
Georgia has a wealth of wide receivers, but Haynes appears to be the most experienced among the freshmen.
He caught the ball nicely over his back shoulder for a 28-yard gain during.
tense conclusion Lawson Luckie: It should come as no surprise that his name appears here, as Luckie was perhaps the most surprising of all the freshmen throughout spring practice.
The holdover starters are Brock Bowers and Oscar Delp, but Mike Bobo should use the tight ends in a similar manner to Todd Monken, so Luckie and fellow rookie Pearce Spurlin III should have plenty of opportunity.
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