Georgia Tech might have one of the best atmospheres in college football on Saturday. Coach Key told all the students to come and Big Boi will be playing at 10:00 before the Yellow Jackets take on the Hurricanes. Several big-name recruits are expected to be in attendance to see the Yellow Jackets at No. 4 in Miami.

Georgia Tech commits

Spruce Creek DL Derry “Chuck Norris Jr– Norris has been a force on defense this season for the Hawks. He leads the team with 78 tackles, 14 tackles for loss and 7.5 sacks. There are plenty of D1 college programs wanting his services. According to the 247sports Composite, Norris is rated as a three-star prospect, the No. 64 defensive lineman, the No. 73 player in Florida and the No. 584 player nationally. Georgia Tech is trying to hang on to that commitment with multiple programs trying to overturn it.

Lancaster OL Kevin Peay– Peay is rated as a three-star prospect and the No. 1 offensive lineman. 130 and the No. 29 player in South Carolina. Peay helps bolster a strong older offensive line class that includes five-star Josh Petty and four-star Justin Hasenhuetl. The Lancaster product has been locked in with the Yellow Jackets since June 9. He made a few visits to other programs, but will return to the Flats for the Miami game.

State recruits

2025

Buford WR Jordan Allen- Allen has been unstoppable this season in Class 6A Georgia High School football. He recently had 174 receiving yards and three touchdowns in a region championship win over rival Mill Creek. Allen will be a name to keep an eye on as we head into signing day. He is currently employed in Louisville, but is not far from the Flats. Received an offer from the Yellow Jackets on October 14th. It will be interesting to see how much Georgia Tech does for him. Allen definitely fits in their offense and his speed would fit the offense perfectly.

McIntosh EDGE Evan Ward- Ward finished with the second-most tackles on the team with 83 this season. He also finished with 11 sacks this season. USF’s tackles also had two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and six quarterback hurries. He has been one of the most disruptive players this season and wreaked havoc on opposing bases.

2026

Carrollton WR Ryan Mosley– Mosley is a four-star prospect who has continued to improve each season and is now up to 27 offers. He received an offer from Georgia Tech in March. The junior standout has 597 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. His best game this season came against Gainesville when he went for 117 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Mosley has given defenses fits with his yards after the catch and ability to stretch the field in 2024.

West Forsyth QB Max Walraven-Walraven is probably one of the most underrated prospects on this list, but call him Mr. Consistent. That’s what he’s been for West Forsyth this season, throwing for 1,813 yards and 18 touchdowns. His best game of the season came against Forsyth Central, where he completed 70 percent of his passes, throwing for 250 yards and three touchdowns. I had a chance to see him in the season opener against Prince Avenue Christian and was impressed with his ability to never flinch in the midst of adversity and continue to lead his team. They fell short, but Walraven was very good all night. He led the Wolverines back to the postseason and they will face Brookwood in the first round of the playoffs.

Newnan LB Rodney Colton- The South Carolina Committee will be present to check the action. Colton was a leader in the revival of the Newnan program, which earned a No. 2 seed in the 5A playoffs. Colton has 43 tackles, four sacks and an interception this season. Colton is one of the best linebackers in the country and has just about every Power 4 offer a prospect could want.

Cambridge WR Hudson Cocchiara-II feel like this kid is about to explode in the recruiting world. Cocchiara put together a strong junior season, finishing with 48 catches (led the team), 868 receiving yards and eight touchdowns this season for the Bears. He has been a constant threat in the passing game this season. He is a YAC (yards after catch) monster that will improve any offense whether it is at the high school or college level. He’s also a deep threat who can take the edge off defenses. Had his best game of the season against Westminster. Cocchiara had six catches for 151 yards and three touchdowns, which were all season highs. This is a name you could see garner more deals in the winter and spring.

Cambridge WR Craig Dandridge- Dandridge is the thunder to Cocchiara’s lightning. They are a dynamic duo that complement each other well. It’s very hard to slow them both down. Dandridge has 40 catches for 977 yards and 10 touchdowns this season. He averaged 108 yards per game and was a constant threat all season for Cambridge. His best game this season came against Centennial. Dandridge has one kickoff return for a touchdown, seven catches for 221 yards and three touchdowns. He was simply unstoppable. Dandridge is one of those underrated prospects looking for an opportunity to make a big splash at the next level.

Lovejoy LB Chad Fairchild- Fairchild was a constant visitor to the Flats during the spring and summer. Fairchild is rated as a four-star prospect on Rivals and is known for his ability to match gaps, get downhill and put the big hit on runners. One part of his game that has improved is his ability to cover in open space. He also has great instincts and can read a play before it happens and not let it start. Fairchild has been a key role on the defensive side of the ball for the Wildcats this season.

Milton LB Gage Lawrence- Gage Lawrence plays for the undefeated Milton Eagles and plays behind some of the best linebackers in the state Hayden Tumminia and AJ Benton. He has yet to make an impact this season. Lawrence has 27 tackles, seven QB grabs and four tackles for loss. He took advantage of his opportunities when they were there and came up with big plays for Milton.

Carrollton LB CJ Gamble- Gamble is starting to make a name for himself not only on the football field, but also in the recruiting ranks. He is known for his big hits and excellent football IQ. He has been a consistent player for the Trojans this season and has played all season. Gamble recently received an offer from USF, bringing his total to eight. This is a name you could see creating more buzz for him in the playoffs and entering the offseason.

South Paulding OL Jayce Sanker- This will be the third time this year the offensive lineman will be on campus and has taken visits in the early spring, summer and now the fall. Sanker continues to build his relationship with offensive line coach Geep Wade. Sanker has an offer from UNC Charlotte and is on the Jackets’ radar as he has been a consistent presence in the flats.

2027

Stephenson EDGE KJ Green- Green is one of the best players in the class of 2027, already rated highly by 247Sports. According to the 247Sports Composite, Green is rated as a five-star prospect, the No. 6 EDGE, the No. 6 player in Georgia and the No. 27 player nationally. He finished the regular season with 28 tackles, 10 tackles for loss and seven sacks. Green is elite at establishing the edge in the run game and also rushes the passer with his multitude of moves. Green currently has 11 offers and received an offer from the Yellow Jackets back in September. He is a wrecking ball and will be a name to keep an eye on throughout his career.

Prince Avenue Christian OL Gabe Prince- Prince is a key offensive lineman for Prince Avenue Christian and has grown a lot since he was a freshman from 6’1 240 pounds to 6’3.5 and 270 pounds. He’s already blocked against some good defensive linemen, including Carrington Coombs and DJ Jacobs. Prince is a staple on the offensive line for the Wolverines and has continued to improve this season.

Prince Avenue Christian ATH Andrew Beard- In a region win over Hebron Christian, Beard rushed for 173 yards and a touchdown. He also had two catches for 51 yards and a receiving touchdown. Beard was electric all season and finished with 1,451 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns before going into the playoffs. Simply put, Beard is one of the best and most versatile running backs in the country and has been a very popular piece in the Prince Avenue Christian offense. He can also play it somewhat safe. Just call him a ballplayer.

Calhoun QB Trace Hawkins-It cannot be understated what the true freshman has done this season for the Yellow Jackets. He led them back to the playoffs as regional champions after they missed the playoffs for the first time since 1999 last year. He had several standout performances, including a big season-opening win at Northeast Whitfield, where he threw for 265 passing yards and five touchdowns. Hawkins is a name that could become big in the state of Georgia, especially if he leads Calhoun on a deep playoff run as a true freshman. He has all the tools and intangibles to do it.

Collins Hill QB Makyree Cross- Cross entered this year as a first-year starter for the Collins Hill Eagles and showed some great strides as a quarterback for the Eagles. He finished the regular season with 1,272 yards passing and 11 touchdowns. I got a chance to see him up close this season in a key region win against Mill Creek. My impression is that he took what the defense gave him and made big plays when called upon and helped Collins Hill shut out Mill Creek. Cross has shown that he can be the signal-caller for the Eagles for the next few years and can turn them into a dangerous team.

Buford DB Ethan Hauser- Hauser is a standout defensive back who has interest from a host of college programs. He has been on the Flats quite often and continues to build a relationship with the Yellow Jackets. He was a key special teams ace this season for the Buford Wolves and will play a bigger role for the team next season. He is a very instinctive defensive back who plays well on the ball and is also good at playing in the run game. Hauser will be a name to watch for the next few years.

2028

Grayson EDGE Ismael Schiefer- You really have to be involved with Grayson to know this name because it flies under the radar in terms of publicity. Now, Schiefer already has nine offers as a true freshman, with notable ones from USC, Auburn, South Carolina, Texas A&M and more.

Peach County OL Hunter Hill- Hunter Hill is only a freshman, but he’s already a problem. He’s 6’3 and 310 pounds and when you scroll through X’s account you can see him demolishing defenders inside. He is young but already has a good understanding of the game and has made his impact felt this season. Hill is a name that could be among the top offensive linemen in the country for the next few years. His team, Peach County, is also coming off one of its second region championships in the last three years and looks like it will be a state championship contender for years to come.

Additional links

Georgia Tech football: Yellow Jackets unveil uniform mix for Saturday vs. Miami

ACC Football: Predictions for every game in Week 11

Georgia Tech Basketball: Takeaways from the Yellow Jackets’ season-opening win over West Georgia