Son of former Georgia Tech star ready to announce?

DB Chad Clay (AJC)

Chad Clay, who is the son of former Georgia Tech star Willie Clay and ranked as one of the nation's top-rated defensive backs, is closing to making his college decision.

He tweeted this out on Monday night:

Committing pretty soon. I have my mind made up💯
— Chad Clay (@TheReal_Chad4) May 12, 2015

Clay has often listed UGA, Florida, Ohio State and Georgia Tech as his favorites.

UGA is favored in the Crystal Ball rankings at 72%, followed by Ohio State (17%) and Clemson (11%).

The 6-foot-1, 180-pound Clay attends Peachtree Ridge High School, and he’s rated as the state’s No. 22 overall prospect, per the 247sports.com composite rankings.

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