Georgia Football's 2026 Signing Day: A Quiet February, But a Loaded Class Already in Athens
The traditional February signing period used to be a marquee moment on the college football calendar - hats on tables, big-time decisions made on live TV, and fanbases glued to every announcement. But for Georgia, and many other elite programs, the drama has shifted almost entirely to December. And this year is no different.
As the February window opens, don’t expect any fireworks from the Bulldogs. Kirby Smart and his staff already did their heavy lifting in December, pulling in a massive 28-player haul that ranks among the nation’s best. Simply put, Georgia’s class is already loaded, and the Dawgs are focused more on development and roster management than chasing late additions.
There is, however, one name still hanging in the balance: Chace Calicut, a cornerback from Houston who committed but didn’t sign in December. Calicut had a felony aggravated assault charge dismissed in early January, but it remains unclear whether he’ll eventually join the program - and if so, when that move might be made official.
Meanwhile, Georgia did make a quiet but notable addition in January, picking up Dallas Dickerson, a wide receiver from North Oconee who was previously committed to Kentucky. He’s already signed and is expected to be part of the program moving forward.
Breaking Down Georgia’s 2026 Signing Class
This group is deep, athletic, and full of positional versatility. Let’s take a closer look at the 28 signees - listed alphabetically - who are set to shape the future of Georgia football.
Nick Abrams II, LB
McDonough HS (Owings Mills, MD)
6-2, 220 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
A rangy linebacker with sideline-to-sideline speed.
Ranked No. 372 nationally and No. 9 in Maryland.
Khamari Brooks, EDGE
North Oconee (Bogart, GA)
6-4, 220 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
One of the top edge rushers in the state.
Explosive off the line and checks in at No. 165 nationally.
Preston Carey, DL
IMG Academy (East Northport, NY)
6-4½, 300 | ⭐⭐⭐
A big-bodied interior defender out of IMG with room to develop.
Ranked No. 600 nationally.
Craig Dandridge, WR
Cambridge (Alpharetta, GA)
6-0½, 172 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Slick route-runner with strong hands.
A top-100 talent nationally and No. 12 at his position.
PJ Dean, EDGE
West Forsyth (Clemmons, NC)
6-3½, 255 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Physical and relentless off the edge.
No. 103 in the country and one of the top pass-rushers in North Carolina.
Justice Fitzpatrick, CB
*St.
Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale, FL)*
6-0½, 185 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Instinctive corner with elite footwork. Ranked No. 97 nationally and No. 11 at his position.
Brayden Fogle, TE
Lexington HS (Mansfield, OH)
6-3, 230 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Reliable hands and a physical blocker.
Sits at No. 240 nationally and No. 11 among tight ends.
Zech Fort, S
IMG Academy (Bradenton, FL)
5-10½, 195 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Undersized but packs a punch.
A top-20 safety prospect and No. 225 overall.
Tyriq Green, ATH
Buford HS (Buford, GA)
5-11½, 195 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
One of the most versatile players in Georgia.
No. 128 nationally and No. 6 at his hybrid position.
Caden Harris, CB
Haywood HS (Brownsville, TN)
6-0, 160 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Sticky in coverage with elite instincts.
Ranked No. 94 overall and No. 3 in Tennessee.
Zykie Helton, IOL
Carrollton HS (Carrollton, GA)
6-2, 290 | ⭐⭐⭐
Interior lineman with a strong anchor.
No. 479 in the nation and a top-40 guard.
Graham Houston, IOL
Buford HS (Buford, GA)
6-5, 305 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Big frame and solid technique.
Checks in at No. 320 nationally.
Tyreek Jemison, IOL
Paulding County HS (Dallas, GA)
6-5, 325 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Powerful in the run game.
Ranked No. 238 nationally and top 30 at his position.
Lincoln Keyes, TE
Saline HS (Saline, MI)
6-6, 245 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Size and athleticism make him a matchup nightmare.
No. 159 in the country and No. 1 in Michigan.
Jae Lamar, RB
Colquitt County HS (Moultrie, GA)
6-0, 205 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
One-cut back with burst.
Ranked No. 211 nationally and No. 17 among running backs.
Zachary Lewis, IOL
North Gwinnett HS (Suwanee, GA)
6-4, 270 | ⭐⭐⭐
Solid developmental piece up front.
No. 600 in the nation.
Elijah Littlejohn, LB
West Charlotte HS (Charlotte, NC)
6-2, 205 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Underrated athlete with a nose for the ball.
No. 423 overall.
Anthony Lonon Jr., DL
Clarke Central HS (Athens, GA)
6-1½, 265 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Local product with a high motor.
Ranked No. 297 nationally.
Carter Luckie, DL
Norcross HS (Norcross, GA)
6-5, 265 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Long and disruptive.
No. 413 in the nation and No. 44 at his position.
Ryan Mosley, WR
Carrollton HS (Carrollton, GA)
6-4, 206 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Big-bodied target with strong hands.
Ranked No. 228 nationally.
Ekene Ogboko, OT
South Garner HS (Garner, NC)
6-6, 280 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The headliner of the class.
A top-40 national player and No. 4 offensive tackle in the country.
Terrence Penick, LB
South Gwinnett HS (Snellville, GA)
6-0, 175 | ⭐⭐⭐
Undersized but plays with heart.
Ranked No. 1303 nationally.
Kaiden Prothro, TE
Bowdon HS (Bowdon, GA)
(Height/Weight not listed) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Top-5 tight end in Georgia and No. 38 overall nationally.
Wade Register, P
Trinity Christian (Dublin, GA)
6-2½, 218 | ⭐⭐⭐
Special teams standout.
Ranked as the No. 1 punter in the country.
Jordan Smith, S
Houston County HS (Warner Robins, GA)
6-1½, 185 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ballhawk safety with range.
No. 99 in the country and No. 10 at his position.
Valdin Sone, DL
Blue Ridge School (VA) / Sweden
6-3, 316 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
International prospect with big upside.
No. 132 nationally and No. 4 at his position.
Blake Stewart, S
Woodward Academy (Atlanta, GA)
6-0, 175 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Instinctive and physical.
Ranked No. 306 in the country.
Harran Zureikat, K
(Height/Weight: 6-0, 180)
Kicking prospect with upside. Adds depth to Georgia’s special teams unit.
Final Thoughts
With no major moves expected in February, Georgia’s 2026 signing class is essentially locked in - and it’s a strong one. The Bulldogs have addressed needs across the board, from the trenches to the secondary, with a blend of high-upside talent and plug-and-play potential. There’s star power in five-star tackle Ekene Ogboko, depth in the defensive front, and versatility throughout the skill positions.
Kirby Smart and his staff continue to reload rather than rebuild. And if this class lives up to its billing, the Dawgs are well-positioned to stay in the thick of the national title hunt for years to come.