GT gonna kick the tires again?

I didn’t see it being formally announced.

Georgia Tech hires basketball assistants Pershin Williams, Karl Hobbs​

“Williams was a part of former Kennesaw State coach Amir Abdur-Rahim’s staff, helping build the Owls from a one-win team in the 2019-20 season into the ASUN Conference champions this year. Williams is closely tied into recruiting circles in Georgia and played a key role in building an Owls roster stocked with players from the state. He figures to be central to Stoudamire’s plans to improve Tech’s recruiting in metro Atlanta and Georgia.”

I spoke with a former GT Hall of Famer today that is thinking about starting a golf tournament the day before the spring football game. He asked me what I thought the tech Fanbase interest would be if it was $1000 for a threesome plus a Georgia Tech letter winner. I know I’d do that in a heartbeat. Would anyone else be interested? There would only be 36 teams.

The mailbag will go up on Monday afternoon due to the Rivals Camp today

Which players on offense and defense were you most surprised by their performance Saturday?
For me:
Offense: Evan Dickens
Defense: Ashton Heflin

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Interesting summary of Tech logos, helmets, etc.

The list of who was registered for the Rivals Camp stop at Lakewood Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday and didn't show up is a long one.

Still, though, the talent that did show up and compete was insane, especially compared to years past when there was no camp whatsoever due to COVID-19.

Rather than going position-by-position with my thoughts, I am going to break this up in two parts based off the two sessions: OL/DL and skills players...

OL/DL

Recently offered defensive lineman Trashun Griffin really impressed throughout both drills and 1v1's. Griffin is still rather new to the recruiting scene, but his power and technique were both plus with more room for growth in both. Griffin visited GT right after the camp, and was extremely impressed by coach (Marco) Coleman and the campus. Look for Griffin to have his rating re-assessed, while still likely staying out of four-star discussion.

New Wake Forest DL commit Ameir Glenn came out to compete decked out in Wake gear, and I really liked what i was able to see. The hope is to get to Langston Hughes sometime this spring, but the thing about that is that Glenn is not your typical LH kid. Especially compared to the way they have been handling business the last couple of years, Glenn appears to be more focused on the academic side of things and the ability to play in big games.

Savannah-area EDGE target Lorenzo Cowan has a really good frame, but is more raw than many of his fellow classmates, especially the other ones currently being recruited by Coleman and the rest of the staff. Cowan loves GT and the idea of staying close to home if possible. He is one to keep an eye on this summer. GT will also likely be out to see him and his 2026 OL (new offer) teammate. He's worthy of a spot in a class of 20+, imo.

South Carolina lineman Marcus Downs, another prospect that went and visited GT after the conclusion of the camp, had a day full of highs and lows. That's a good way to describe his play style as well. At times on Sunday he got himself in trouble in 1v1's and even in drills by playing too high. When he plays at the right pad level, he's dangerous.

Speaking of pad level and an up and down day, Rivals100 Fla. DL D'Antre Robinson didn't even know about the Rivals Camp until Saturday afternoon when his friend mentioned it to him. D'Antre, not afraid to compete, went to the nearest store after leaving GT, bought a pair of cleats, ate some dinner, and woke up and competed. Robinson is far from a finished product and is not anywhere near his listed height of 6-foot-5, but the reps where he went 100%, he won with ease. His explosiveness off the ball is disruptive, to say the least. Robinson has schools all over the country recruiting him for good reason so maybe this is just nitpicking. If GT wants a hat at the table when it comes time for him to commit, they need to secure an OV.

Moving onto one of the more fascinating storylines of the day, Simeon Boulware is at a school that Georgia Tech has had a good amount of success at. Dacula High School, home of both Kaleb Edwards and LB Kyle Efford, has been good to Georgia Tech in the last few years. Despite that, and the in-state ties, Boulware from what JOL has been told as of Monday is not being recruited by Georgia Tech. Clemson, Vanderbilt, and a handful of others are in the mix. My thought after watching him compete is that he is someone that could camp at GT this summer and leave with an offer. He could do that same thing at Clemson, too, which is why GT may want to be proactive as he blows up in the coming weeks.

Closing out the 2024 class breakdowns, Donovan Thompson of Meadowcreek has quite a large frame. He isn't Juan Gaston Jr. or anything (more on him soon) but Thompson stood out in his GT hoodie and GT wristbands following Sunday's camp. He is a bit off the radar in terms of the national recruiting scene, but impressed at times in 1v1's. He's a name to keep in the back of your mind as time goes on.

Kicking off my 2025 class breakdowns, I couldn't help but be fascinated by Roswell OL Kobby Saky-Ptah. He had a solid day going against some of the best in the Southeast, but where he really impressed was when you had a conversation. In a recruiting landscape where everything is moving in the opposite direction, Kobby impressed all reporters who spent time talking with him. He could start gaining momentum in the world of recruiting this spring as coaches get to his school and see him move.

Ala. defensive lineman Zion Grady is going to be a long-shot for GT, but he really impressed as an EDGE guy on Sunday. He has a quality assortment of different moves, and wasn't afraid to gamble in an attempt to win a rep. His recruitment will likely come down to Alabama and Auburn, but GT at the very least will get a visit from him out of respect to his relationship with coach Marco Coleman.

Going back to Langston Hughes, they've got a 2025 OL by the name of Tavaris Dice that has the chance to be a big-time, Rivals250 recruit this time next year. Great lateral quicks, strength, and an overall upward trajectory describe his game. Look for him to be a 20+ offer guy in the near future. GT has not been able to break through Langston Hughes the last two cycles, but this is one they'd ought to get in on shortly before it is too late.

Massive Westlake OL Juan Gaston Jr. is someone that, no matter what happens on the field this season, GT fans need to keep an eye on and watch as he continue to progress. Gaston Jr. is already huge, but he's got to continue to grow with his technique and footwork to truly be the ELITE talent that his ceiling has him ranked as highly as he is currently. He is "80 percent interested" in GT, but they should be "All In" on him.

Closing things out is the curious case of Brayden Jacobs. I hear all the questions, read all the messages about him. Yes, his dad is Brandon Jacobs. Yes, he has a very large frame. The thing is, the game of football isn't played strictly on measurables. You've got to line up and go head-to-head with defenders each snap, and be able to stack winning reps. On Sunday, Brayden struggled at times, particularly with his footwork and being able to get off the ball quick enough to not get beat. He's got NFL-talent in his blood so that will certainly help him, but from watching him for a third or fourth time live, the question about how different his recruitment would be if his dad was Zach Jacobs and not Brandon Jacobs has begun to heavily weigh on my mind. This one has UCF written all over it.

Part two coming tomorrow.

- RJ

This one has already blown up to the point that unless there is a connection I’m not aware of, is likely a long shot.
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Rivals250 DT Antavious Woody has been getting "double-recruited" to play on both sides of the ball by various schools. Now, top contenders are surfacing

Woody talks top schools and an updated timeline for his decision: https://n.rivals.com/news/favorites-emerging-for-rivals250-dt-antavious-woody

Released his top schools tonight with Georgia Tech making the cut.
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Fox has Georgia Tech on his short list for two open OV spots. Update on Rivals:

Per his IG. Neck injury

12:04 PM... East Side Gate 8.....the gates were still closed. ( I thought to myself....Come on Georgia Tech.....GET YOUR CRAP TOGETHER!!!!!)

I no sooner thought this and......JBATT appeared and yelled....."THESE GATES SHOULD ALREADY BE OPEN.....THESE FOLKS SHOULD BE IN THE STADIUM".......The gates then opened and people entered the stadium.

Removing 20 years of GTAA apathy a little bit at a time.

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This is a massive change - effectively it will stop all offers, commitments, and coach communication with any player in 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027 classes on April 26th. 2024 kids will be able to get offers starting Aug. 1st. I think its a good rule overall, but hurts kids(like my son) who is in the recruiting cycle for 2025 and 2026 with hopes to commit in the next year.

Completely lost track of time working on a few other things today. GT and VT attempted to move the game up today to avoid weather.. and are now in a weather delay.

VT comes into the game unranked from what I have seen. This is a big chance for both teams to make a statement as the season progresses and the tournament questions grow louder for both teams.

Use this thread for banter/discussion

Enjoy!

Figured I would get a read on the title....lol.....as its not a Big Move for the Jackets but I big move for myself and my wife (as of Saturday). My life long dream (aside from multiple GT national titles ) has been to live in Montana. Through months of work, in a nutshell my wife and I will be moving to Kalispell MT as I am in the process of purchasing an Insurance Agency there.

Prayers for a safe and fruitful transition to the Big Sky country ! Excited but nervous of the impending change! I will be screaming Go Jackets and THWG always from Glacier Country ! May have to be a "secondary" Grizzly fan, but first and foremost will always be a Ramblin Wreck from GT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

THE FLATS – Details are set for Georgia Tech football’s 2023 spring game – the White and Gold Game, presented by Georgia’s Own Credit Union – which will be played on Saturday, April 15 at Bobby Dodd Stadium. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m.



ADMISSION

Admission is FREE.



PARKING

FREE parking opens at 9 a.m. and is available for fans on a first-come, first-served basis in the following areas:

· Lower Peters parking deck (E52)

· Area 1 visitors parking (E46)

· Klaus deck (E40)

· McCamish Pavilion lot (E65)



PREGAME ACTIVITIES

Be sure to visit Callaway Plaza on the north end of Bobby Dodd Stadium (off Bobby Dodd Way, near Gates 6 and 7) beginning at 11 a.m. for a wide array of interactive activities for the whole family. Food and merchandise will be available for purchase and members of the Georgia Tech athletics ticket office will be on hand to provide information, answer questions and assist fans with purchasing their 2023 football season tickets.



GATES

Gates open at noon. The following gates will be open for fan entry:

· Gate 7 (general public and Georgia Tech students)

· Gate 8 (general public)

· Gate 9 (general public)

· Gate 6 (ADA seating)



All standard gameday stadium policies, including Georgia Tech’s clear bag policy, will be in effect for the spring game.



CONCESSIONS

Concessions will be available for purchase at stands throughout the stadium. Alcohol sales – including GT-branded Helluvienna Lager and Ale of an Engineer from New Realm Brewing Co. – will end at the beginning of the third quarter.



GAME FORMAT

The game will include two 12-minute quarters with standard clock operations in the first half. Following a brief halftime, the second half will include two quarters with a running clock. Team rosters will be announced the week of the game.



BROADCASTS

The White and Gold Game, presented by Georgia’s Own, will be streamed live on ACC Network Extra. Replays of the game will be carried on ACC Network, with the first replay set to air on Tuesday, April 18 at 11 a.m. Announcers for the TV broadcast will be Jason Ross (play-by-play) and Forrest Conoly (analyst).



The contest will also be carried live on radio stations across the Georgia Tech Sports Network from Legends. In Atlanta, the broadcast can be heard on the flagship station of Georgia Tech Sports Network, 680 AM/93.7 FM The Fan, as well as The Fan’s sister station, Xtra 106.3 FM/1230 AM. Atlanta-area coverage will move exclusively to Xtra 106.3 FM/1230 AM when The Fan begins its coverage of the Atlanta Braves’ 4:10 p.m. ET game at Kansas City. In addition to radio stations across the Georgia Tech Sports Network, the radio broadcast can be heard worldwide on the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets app. The Yellow Jackets’ football radio broadcast team of Andy Demetra (play-by-play) and Tech Hall-of-Famer Joe Hamilton (analyst) will call all of the action on the Georgia Tech Sports Network.



POSTGAME AUTOGRAPH SESSION

A postgame autograph session with Georgia Tech football student-athletes, presented by The Tech Way, will be held beginning 30 minutes after the game. The hour-long autograph session is open to all fans in attendance and free Georgia Tech football posters will be provided (limit one item to be autographed per person). The autograph session will be held on Bobby Dodd Stadium’s north concourse.

He did not dress Sat. His name is almost never mentioned. I wonder if we are just waiting on an official announcement from him?

Mel Kiper has Keion white going #19 to Tampa Bay in his first mock draft today