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DEL.ICIO.USDid Tucker’s Jonathan Davis lose scholarship offer from Georgia Tech?
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Is Georgia Tech still involved with Tucker’s Jonathan Davis?
The 5-foot-7, 205-pound Davis told the AJC on Wednesday night that Georgia Tech is no longer recruiting him. Davis is arguably the state’s top overall football player, and also highly regarded as a college prospect. On Friday, Davis scored the game’s only touchdown in Tucker’s win over Marist for the Class AAAA championship.
Have the Yellow Jackets officially rescinded the scholarship offer? Davis paused for a few seconds, and then said. “I have no idea. I haven’t heard from [Tech].”
Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson had hoped for an early commitment from Davis after offering in early September, but Davis wanted to check out other options before making a final decision. In the last few weeks, Tech landed two commitments at running back, which could’ve influenced the school’s decision to remain involved with Davis.
Davis projects to play running back or linebacker in college. He is the nephew of former UGA All-SEC linebacker Mitch Davis.
On Wednesday night, Davis preferred to talk about the schools still recruiting him. He said he will make four official visits in January (dates to be determined).
“I’m going to visit South Carolina, UAB, Miami and Oklahoma State,” said Davis. He said he had scholarship offers from all four schools. Davis denied rumors he is leaning towards South Carolina, saying he does not have any favorites.
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By GT Gal
December 13, 2008 10:03 AM | Link to this
Wherever JD ends up, I hope he has a coaching staff that will teach him sportsmanship and respect. After seeing him play twice this year (and prance around the field and yell at the opposing coaches) ,there is no doubt he has great athletic ability, but maturity he has not.
I hope he can find a college environment that will help him be successful both on and off the field.
By Travis
December 15, 2008 5:25 AM | Link to this
I know this kid on a personal level and he is one of the nicest kids you’ll ever meet. Everything has always been yes sir, no sir. He even takes time to go talk to kids in need. Many of you wouldnt know that because you only see his swagger on the field. Many of you have never played the game. JD is a great kid and i wish him a healthy journey into adulthood. He will be a success because he has a stable family to keep pushing him in the right direction. Please kill the negativity and wish him well.