AJC > Sports > Football Recruiting > Blog > Archives > 2008 > February > 06 > Entry
DEL.ICIO.USHarmon to UGA is official
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Categories
First, he was pretty sure he was going to Georgia. Then, he was committed to playing for Clemson. In the end, the Bulldogs are about to get their man.
Jefferson County offensive tackle A.J. Harmon made his final commitment at last month’s All-American Bowl in San Antonio, ending a roller coaster recruiting process that saw the Dogs move up and down his list before coming out on top. He signed with UGA shortly after 9 a.m. today.
Finally putting an end to the speculation and the recruiting process gave Harmon a little room to breathe for the first time in awhile.
“It was a big relief to know where I was going,” Harmon said. “It was like a big monkey on my back. It was a great feeling to stand up in front of those people. Now you can do everything you want to do.”
It certainly wasn’t easy for the 6-foot-5 1/2, 228-pound Harmon, who is arguably the state’s best tackle in the 2008 class.
He liked what he saw in Athens and Clemson, leading him to waffle for awhile on where to go. He heard plenty of talk from friends and classmates about how he should stay in state, but he says it didn’t affect his decision.
When he did decide on Georgia, the hardest part may have been cutting ties with the Tigers.
“I was just about crying on the phone, talking to Clemson,” Harmon said. “The people that recruited me did a great job. I’m not the type of guy who goes back after saying yes. It was difficult for me to tell them I’m not going there.”
Once he did, he became part of one of the top recruiting classes in the country, as the Bulldogs have pulled in almost all of the state’s best prospects.
It’s not a bad place to end up.
“It’s bananas, man,” Harmon said, of Georgia’s recruiting class. “Almost everybody’s an All-American. It’s going to be fun. I’m just ready to get to practice.”
Permalink | Comments (11) | Post your comment | Categories: Clemson, Florida, UGA
Services »
Comments
By Jack
February 6, 2008 7:09 AM | Link to this
He will be an all-american if he stays on the offensive side of the ball. GO DAWGS!
By Buddy El
February 6, 2008 7:25 AM | Link to this
Jeff: I live about 10 miles from A. J. Harmon and I believe 228 lbs. is mighty light. Try 328. Go Dawgs.
By GeoffDawg
February 6, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this
Speaking of waffles, he needs to eat some if he’s only 228lbs. Something tells me that might be a bit off.
By kunify
February 6, 2008 9:27 AM | Link to this
You should have come to Alabama, we pay better. hehe
By Stockbridge Dawg
February 6, 2008 9:52 AM | Link to this
You made the right choice Harmon. I hope Allen has as much sense as you do. NC’s on the way baby!!!
By MariettaDawg
February 6, 2008 10:47 AM | Link to this
Great choice A.J., we’re glad to have you. Now get in that weight room and pack on pounds so we can use you! Also, you may want to check to see which has more calories… Big Mac or Whopper?? Good luck and Goooo Dawgs!
By MariettaDawg
February 6, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this
Great choice A.J., we’re glad to have you. Now get in that weight room and pack on pounds so we can use you! Also, you may want to check to see which has more calories… Big Mac or Whopper?? Good luck and Goooo Dawgs!
By MariettaDawg
February 6, 2008 10:55 AM | Link to this
Great choice A.J., we’re glad to have you. Now get in that weight room and pack on pounds so we can use you! Also, you may want to check to see which has more calories… Big Mac or Whopper?? Good luck and Goooo Dawgs!
By MariettaDawg
February 6, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this
Great choice A.J., we’re glad to have you. Now get in that weight room and pack on pounds so we can use you! Also, you may want to check to see which has more calories… Big Mac or Whopper?? Good luck and Goooo Dawgs!
By AugustaDawg
February 6, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this
Congrats to A.J. I knew he would choose the Dawgs….He made the best choice…. He will be a great player for Ga….. I thought all along that he would drop Clemson……….
By Charles
February 6, 2008 12:11 PM | Link to this
The last time AJ weighted 228 was in the 5th grade. Atleast 325-335