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Friday, February 6, 2009
Oklahoma invades state to lure South Paulding DB Ryan Ayers
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Oklahoma has landed some huge recruiting targets over the years in Georgia, and the Sooners are after another one with South Paulding speedster Ryan Ayers.
The 5-foot-10, 175-pound Ayers plays defensive back and is considered one of the state’s top prospects for 2010. He has scholarship offers from Oklahoma, Georgia Tech, Vanderbilt, Arkansas, Duke, North Carolina and Oklahoma State.
“He went to Florida for their Friday Night Lights this summer, and he had the second-fastest time in the 40 [yard dash] out of 300 kids there,” South Paulding coach Tim Glanton said. “He’s run a 4.34.”
Oklahoma edged UGA for wide receiver Cameron Kenney of Dacula this year. Former Sooners from Georgia include All-America offensive tackle Duke Robinson, who played at Atlanta’s Booker T. Washington High.
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UGA’s Rodney Garner breaks down the Bulldogs 2009 recruits
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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A look at Georgia signees, with a comment from recruiting coordinator Rodney Garner:
MARLON BROWN WR/6-5/200/Harding Academy (Tenn.) Garner on Brown: “Very talented, big receiver who possesses big-play ability. Very explosive, tremendous athlete and outstanding young man. We had him targeted as a top priority for the 2009 recruiting class.”
CHRIS BURNETTE G/6-3/290/Troup County Garner on Burnette: “Very intelligent, athletic, big man. Can play several positions on OL. We really like his athleticism and versatility.”
WASHAUN EALEY RB/6-0/205/ECI Garner on Ealey: “Arguably the top running back in the state. Set numerous state records. Should contribute to the rich running back tradition at UGA.”
MICHAEL GILLIARD LB/6-2/200/Valdosta Garner on Gilliard: “Very athletic and versatile player who can play several positions. Comes from a traditionallyrich program. We are very excited about how he can fit into our defensive scheme.”
ABRY JONES DT/6-4/270/Northside-Warner Robbins Garner on Jones: “Extremely athletic big man whom we have been recruiting for quite some time. Early commit. Arguably one of the top DL in the country. Should help continue rich DL tradition at UGA.”
DALLAS LEE DT/6-4/295/Buford Garner on Lee: “Played both ways for coach Jess Simpson at Buford HS, which is traditionally a program rich in talent. We have been watching him for several years. Dallas brings a defensive mentality to the offensive side of the ball. We are excited about the toughness he will bring to the OL.”
AUSTIN LONG OT/6-5/275/Briarcrest Christian (Tenn.) Garner on Long: “Athletic big man from the state of Tennessee. Top OL out of that state. Has the frame to grow and mature into an outstanding player.”
DERRICK LOTT DT/6-5/265/North Cobb Garner on Lott: “Exceptionally talented big man who has been on our radar for quite some time. He fits in the mold with the other two DL in this class, which we feel is one of the top DL classes in the country.”
JORDAN LOVE DB/6-0/185/Deep Run (Va.) Garner on Love: “Very talented player that Coach Martinez is very excited about having at UGA. Very intelligent. Great ball skills and play making ability.”
ARTHUR LYNCH TE/6-5/245/Dartmouth (Mass.) Garner on Lynch: “Big athletic tight end who should be able to fill both roles well as a blocker and pass receiver. Really excited about everything he brings to the table.”
ZACH METTENBERGER QB/6-5/225/Oconee County Garner on Mettenberger: “Local star. Has a very strong arm. Big frame and stature. He has the opportunity to be an outstanding passer. Has been on our radar for a long time. We have had the opportunity to be around him and work with him for many years in camps.”
DEXTER MOODY LB/6-2/215/ECI Garner on Moody: “Young man who was on our radar very early. Very athletic. Has ability to play all three LB positions. Really excited about his athleticism and playmaking ability.”
AARON MURRAY QB/6-1/200/Plant (Fla.) Garner on Murray: “Considered one of top QBs in the country. He is a very tough young man, evidenced by him coming back from what should have been a season-ending injury; however, he came back to lead his team to the state championship. Has all the intangibles.”
MONTEZ ROBINSON DE/6-4/240/Avon (Ind.) Garner on Robinson: “Tall, rangy, very explosive kid. Really became high on our radar after last year’s combine where he ran a 4.5, impressive at his size. The undisputed No. 1 player in the state of Indiana. Originally from Alabama, he has southern ties.”
BRANDEN SMITH CB/5-11/170/Washington Garner on Smith: “Exceptional athlete. Very explosive. Brings a lot to the table as a return specialist and a cover guy. We feel that he will have the opportunity to make an impact on our program.”
CHASE VASSER LB/6-4/210/Chestatee Garner on Vasser: “Chase is a very rangy and athletic guy. May have been a little underrated but he showed in the Georgia-Florida all-star game why we think he can be an outstanding player for UGA.”
SHAWN WILLIAMS DB/6-1/190/Early County Garner on Williams: “Very rangy athlete whom we feel from the ability standpoint can play numerous positions on our defense. Has big-play ability.”
RANTAVIOUS WOOTEN WR/5-10/170/Glades Central (Fla.) Garner on Wooten: “Very exciting player. Has the ability to make plays every time he touches the ball. Outstanding quickness.”
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Meet Marlon Brown — Georgia wide receiver signee, Class of ‘09
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Marlon Brown, of Harding Academy (Tn.), signed with Georgia today to play wide receiver. Here’s a little bit more about this new Bulldog in the recruiting Class of 2009. Welcome him to Bulldog Nation with congratulations below in our “Comments” area.
Check his bio: Marlon Brown AJC PlayerTracker page
See him in action: Marlon Brown VIDEO highlights on YouTube.com
More UGA recruiting news: Complete Signing Day updates • Photos, signee lists & more • AJC PlayerTracker
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