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Georgia Tech Lands Two Promising WRs in 2026 Class Surge
Georgia Tech Lands Two Promising WRs in 2026 Class Surge originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Ramblin' Wreck just added some serious firepower to its receiving corps, and the buzz around Georgia Tech football recruiting is only getting louder. Advertisement In a 24-hour stretch that shows Brent Key's staff is executing with precision, the Yellow Jackets secured commitments from two 2026 wide receivers: Kentrell Davis out of Birmingham, Alabama, and Isaac Obrokta from Rabun Gap, Georgia. With both prospects pledging their futures to the Flats, Georgia Tech now holds 14 total commitments in the 2026 class, and four of them are wideouts. This is more than just a numbers game. It's a statement. Kentrell Davis: Speed and Swagger from the Heart of Alabama Hailing from Parker High School, Kentrell Davis brings both SEC-caliber attention and raw athleticism to Tech's recruiting board. The 6-foot, 175-pound wideout is ranked No. 975 nationally and No. 36 in Alabama by the 247Sports Composite. He recently wrapped up official visits to Georgia Tech and Vanderbilt but ultimately chose the Yellow Jackets over offers from Kentucky, Mississippi State, Wake Forest, and Missouri. Advertisement Davis is known for his breakaway speed and crisp route-running. He's a weapon in open space, a modern slot receiver with big-play potential, and he fits Georgia Tech's evolving offensive identity. With a senior season ahead and a spotlight growing brighter, Davis could be a major riser in the rankings. Isaac Obrokta: Underrated Georgia Talent with SEC Attention Just one day prior, Georgia Tech added another key piece in Isaac Obrokta, a 6-foot, 176-pound wide receiver from Rabun-Gap-Nacoochee School. Though ranked No. 1,477 nationally and No. 145 in Georgia, Obrokta's recruitment speaks louder than his star rating. Advertisement With offers from Florida State, UCF, Liberty, and Ole Miss, he's flown under the radar but not unnoticed. His game is built on consistency, with strong hands, crisp releases, and high football IQ. Coaches view him as a steady contributor who could thrive in the slot or as a possession receiver. Obrokta visited Tech on May 30 and later toured Florida State, but made his commitment soon after, signaling trust in the Jackets' vision. The Bigger Picture: Building a Receiving Corps with Depth and Versatility With Davis and Obrokta joining previously committed wideouts Darnell Collins and Jeremy Winston, Georgia Tech is putting an emphasis on versatility, speed, and depth at the position. After years of offensive inconsistency, Brent Key is clearly prioritizing long-term stability and dynamic playmakers for the future. Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key celebrates after their win against Florida State at Aviva Maher-Tom Maher/INPHO via USA TODAY Sports The Yellow Jackets' 2026 class now ranks in the top 40 nationally, and the staff's recruiting momentum, especially in the Southeast is drawing attention across the ACC. Advertisement Georgia Tech fans, take note: These are the kind of moves that can quietly shape a future contender. Watch these names, and this class closely. Related: Georgia Tech Baseball Lands Top Transfers to Supercharge 2025 Lineup This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
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Georgia Tech Lands Twin OL Commits in 2026 Recruiting Win
Georgia Tech Lands Twin OL Commits in 2026 Recruiting Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. In a college football landscape where every commitment counts, Georgia Tech just doubled down in the trenches. The Yellow Jackets landed not one, but two towering offensive linemen over the weekend, and they're family. Advertisement Twin brothers Courtlin and Courtney Heard, both 3-star offensive tackle prospects in the 2026 class, committed to Georgia Tech following official visits that made a lasting impact. Their pledges mark the eighth and ninth commitments in Tech's 2026 cycle, continuing Brent Key's strategic push to rebuild the Jackets from the line out. 'Georgia Tech is the place where offensive linemen should want to go,' Courtney told Jackets Online after his visit. 'Especially with Coach Key being a former offensive lineman, and Coach Geep Wade coaching you up. That's something I want to be a part of.' Courtney, ranked as the No. 75 player in Georgia by Rivals, brings versatility and work ethic to the offensive front. His brother, Courtlin, also rated 3 stars isn't yet ranked nationally but is quickly gaining attention. Advertisement While most commits talk about football, these two are thinking bigger. Their decisions weren't just about gamedays at Bobby Dodd Stadium; they were about building futures. 'I chose GT because I trust the coaches with developing me,' said Courtlin. 'They have plans for me to succeed in life as a man and not just an athlete.' Both brothers emphasized Georgia Tech's commitment to life beyond football, a message that clearly resonated with the duo. For Brent Key, a former lineman himself, and offensive line coach Geep Wade, the Heards represent more than size and strength. They represent belief in a vision. With five offensive players already committed in the 2026 class, it's clear that Georgia Tech is prioritizing protection, development, and durability on offense. These twin commitments are a clear signal: Georgia Tech plans to dominate the trenches for years to come. Advertisement Courtney promises to bring 'versatility' and 'hard work,' while Courtlin describes himself as a 'competitor' who'll give his all to the program. At 6-foot-4 and still developing physically, the Heard brothers are long-term assets, exactly the kind of high-upside players that Brent Key loves to mold. This isn't just another recruiting headline. It's a statement of intent. The Yellow Jackets are investing in their foundation. With the Heard twins on board, the Flats are getting tougher, smarter, and more future-focused, exactly what Georgia Tech needs to rise in the ACC ranks. The future just got stronger, times two. Advertisement Related: Georgia Tech Hits Home Run Hiring James Ramsey as Coach Related: Georgia Tech vs. Georgia Basketball Rivalry Set for 2025 This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
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12-06-2025
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Why Georgia Tech Could Be the ACC's Dark Horse in 2025
Why Georgia Tech Could Be the ACC's Dark Horse in 2025 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Georgia Tech fans have been waiting for a season like this. One full of hope, momentum, and belief. But it's not just Yellow Jackets faithful who are sensing a shift on The Flats. Advertisement According to Athlon Sports' College Football 2025 Previewed, several anonymous ACC coaches have singled out Georgia Tech as a team to watch this fall. And one coach, in particular, pulled no punches: 'They've got two really bright, really promising coordinators who will be head coaches one day,' the coach said. 'Faulkner really worked some magic with [Haynes] King, and later in the season they really figured it out in the run game.' It's high praise for a program that only recently clawed out of a five-year bowl drought. Under third-year head coach Brent Key, Georgia Tech finished the 2024 season 7-6, their first winning record since 2018. But the buzz this offseason is about more than wins and losses. It's about culture and coaching. OC Buster Faulkner enters Year 2 after transforming Texas A&M transfer Haynes King into one of the ACC's most dangerous dual-threat quarterbacks. King threw for 2,114 yards and 14 touchdowns while adding 587 yards and 11 scores on the ground, a total of 2,701 yards and 25 TDs. Advertisement His development down the stretch was noticeable. Georgia Tech averaged 33.5 points over its final four games, a far cry from the offensive struggles of past seasons. Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key looks on against Florida State at Aviva Stadium.© Tom Maher/INPHO via USA TODAY Sports Faulkner's ability to tailor schemes around King's strengths, and lean into a physical ground game drew specific praise from ACC insiders. While Faulkner's rise is no secret, new DC Blake Gideon might be the more intriguing addition. After four years coaching safeties at Texas and earning a promotion to associate head coach in 2024, Gideon joins Georgia Tech with big expectations, despite never calling a defense at the collegiate level. Advertisement 'Gideon is a really big hire for them,' said another ACC coach. 'They're decent, probably best on the defensive line, so how they adjust to a new system will be the thing to watch.' Key tapped into his Alabama coaching tree to lure Gideon from Steve Sarkisian's staff, a move that speaks volumes about the program's rising clout and Key's growing influence. More than anything, the 2025 Yellow Jackets reflect their head coach's no-nonsense, offensive line-driven personality. 'This is an O-lineman's culture, and they really embrace contact and physicality,' another anonymous coach told Athlon. Added a fourth coach: 'This is Key's team now, and they're hard-nosed and mean.' Advertisement For Georgia Tech fans, that's music to their ears. With a potent offense, a revamped defense, and a head coach who's reshaping the culture, Georgia Tech isn't just trying to compete, they're aiming to contend. The ACC better be ready. Related: Georgia Tech Lands Twin OL Commits in 2026 Recruiting Win Related: Georgia Tech Football's CFP Odds Leaves Fans in Disbelief This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 11, 2025, where it first appeared.
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12-06-2025
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Georgia Tech Leaps Into ESPN's Future College Football Power Rankings
Georgia Tech Leaps Into ESPN's Future College Football Power Rankings originally appeared on Athlon Sports. A sleeping giant may be stirring on North Avenue. For the first time in recent memory, Georgia Tech has cracked ESPN's College Football Future Power Rankings, coming in at No. 31, a remarkable leap for a program left off the list entirely in past years. Advertisement While they're not yet among the sport's elite, this appearance marks a pivotal turning point for the Yellow Jackets as they gear up for 2025 and 2026 with rising optimism, a strengthened roster, and growing national respect. It starts under center. Haynes King, returning for his final year, has been the program's steadying force, quietly becoming one of the ACC's most efficient signal callers. In 2024, King completed 72.9% of his passes for 2,114 yards with just two interceptions in 269 attempts, a stunning turnaround from his earlier years. While ESPN flags the long-term quarterback situation as uncertain beyond King, there's quiet confidence in redshirt freshman Aaron Philo, who could emerge with development. Head coach Brent Key, a former Tech offensive lineman, has engineered this turnaround the way linemen do, with grit in the trenches. The Jackets return one of the nation's top guard duos in Keylan Rutledge (2024 first-team All-ACC) and Joe Fusile, and boast Ethan Mackenny, a rising star who started eight games at left tackle as a true freshman. Advertisement On the defensive front, Jordan van den Berg leads a revamped line bolstered by transfers Brayden Manley (Mercer) and Akelo Stone (Ole Miss). Roster management remains a point of strength under Key. Despite losing playmaker Eric Singleton Jr. and linebacker Romello Height, Tech held firm to its offensive nucleus: King, Jamal Haynes, Malik Rutherford, and others who powered the team to wins over ranked competition in 2024. Key's recruiting footprint is growing fast. Georgia Tech's 2025 class is ranked No. 19 nationally, up from No. 34 in 2024, showcasing momentum that fans haven't seen in years. With Buster Faulkner returning as offensive coordinator, widely praised for his creativity, Tech's offense is poised to take another step. On defense, Blake Gideon steps into his first coordinator role, a high-stakes move that could define the Jackets' ability to sustain success. Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets head coach Brent Key on the sideline against the Louisville Cardinals in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports Landing at No. 31 may not make headlines in Tuscaloosa or Columbus, but for Georgia Tech fans, it means something real is building. A modern offense. A homegrown coach. A rising recruiting profile. And finally, national recognition from ESPN. Advertisement It's not just a ranking. It's validation. And it's only the beginning. Related: Why Georgia Tech Could Be the ACC's Dark Horse in 2025 Related: Georgia Tech Football's CFP Odds Leaves Fans in Disbelief This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
Miami Herald
11-06-2025
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Georgia Tech Football Preview 2025: A True Breakthrough Year for the Yellow Jackets
Georgia Tech was 2024 SMU before 2024 SMU was 2009 Yellow Jacket team won the ACC title and would've been in a 12-team College Football 2014 team came from out of nowhere, as it fought its way to the ACC title game, but lost to a powerhouse Florida State squad. Even with that, it would've been just on the cusp of the is a program that knows it's possible to win. And now, in his third full season, head coach Brent Key might be close to having one of those teams that, if it stays healthy, can catch the right wave at the right time and do something didn't happen last season. X CFN, Fiu | CFN Facebook | Bluesky Fiu, CFNGeorgia Tech Offense BreakdownGeorgia Tech Defense BreakdownSeason Prediction, Win Total, Keys to SeasonOutside of ending Florida State's season before September, 7-6 Georgia Tech didn't get the right mix of things needed to be fantastic. But to be fair, there were plenty of forgivable at Notre Dame? No shame there. Lose a tough fight at Syracuse and have problems at Louisville? That's the cost of doing business in a Power Four in eight overtimes at Georgia? Yeah, there's no dogging that. But the offense didn't get going in a loss to a mediocre Virginia Tech, and to close out with a bowl loss to Vanderbilt when things didn't quite work right … year, there's no Notre Dame. There's no Miami, or SMU, or Florida State, or Louisville. The ACC road games are Boston College, Duke, NC State, and Wake Forest. All of them are landmines, but that's about as reasonable as any big-school away slate can get. Star quarterback Haynes King is still around - it only seems like he started his career in the Bill Curry portal should fix a few problems - be stunned if there isn't more of a pass rush and a lot more of a downfield passing attack - there's more depth, more talent, the coaching staff knows what it's doing, and this should be a true breakthrough Tech Offense BreakdownGeorgia Tech Defense BreakdownSeason Prediction, Win Total, Keys to Season © 2025 The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
