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Chad Clay reflects on his decision to commit to UGA

By Michael Carvell
June 25, 2015
DB Chad Clay (AJC)
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DB Chad Clay (AJC)

Chad Clay, one of the state's top-rated defensive backs, has been committed to UGA for around a month now.

The 4-star recruit from Peachtree Ridge High School picked UGA over Ohio State, Clemson and Georgia Tech, among others. His father is former Tech and NFL defensive back Willie "Big Play" Clay. 

How does Chad reflect upon his UGA decision? Was it the right call? Which other colleges are still recruiting Clay? What does Chad have to say to UGA fans who are worried about that?

Clay, the state’s No. 32 overall prospect, addresses those questions and more in the below video:

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