Georgia is set to host another heavyweight recruiting weekend, with two more five-star prospects planning to be in Athens for the Bulldogs’ matchup with Western Kentucky.
The biggest name in the group is quarterback commit Jayden Wade, who is already tied to Georgia in the 2028 class. Wade, a junior at IMG Academy, has been on a tear this fall and continues to look like one of the top quarterback prospects in the country no matter how you slice the classes. Georgia offensive coordinator Mike Bobo was involved early in Wade’s recruitment and secured his commitment last November.
Even with other schools still trying to flip him, insiders say Wade remains firmly committed to Georgia. He’ll be back on campus this weekend for the Bulldogs’ first “White Out” game, giving him another chance to build on his relationship with the staff while taking in the atmosphere in Athens. For a committed quarterback, it’s still a major trip.
Wade’s production has matched the hype so far in 2026. He has completed 37 of 48 passes for 643 yards and nine touchdowns, while also adding more than 130 rushing yards and two scores on only seven carries. At 6-foot-4 and 195 pounds, he’s listed as the No. 1 quarterback and No. 5 overall prospect in the 2028 class.
Also heading to Athens is elite left tackle Landon Ghea, one of the top names in the 2029 class. The Milton, Georgia, standout is ranked No. 5 overall and sits as the No. 1 offensive tackle in his class. He’s the starting left tackle for Milton and has built his reputation on being tough, physical, and consistent snap after snap.
At 6-foot-5 and 275 pounds, Ghea brings the kind of size and movement that makes him a major target for Georgia. He’ll be back in Athens this weekend as the Bulldogs continue their push with one of the nation’s top young linemen.
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