Georgia Tech lands 4-star offensive lineman Kal-El Johnson
Georgia Tech’s recruiting just picked up another significant win.
Four-star offensive lineman Kal-El Johnson announced his commitment to the Yellow Jackets on Thursday, he told Rivals. The Archbishop Moeller (Cincinnati) product chose Tech over Indiana, North Carolina and LSU.
Johnson told Rivals he appreciated Tech’s stability, and he was encouraged by the rest of the 2027 recruiting class, which is shaping up to be their best under coach Brent Key.
Key emphasized the need for his team to get bigger and more powerful as it tries to take the next step. Johnson, at 6-foot-6, 305 pounds, continues Tech’s recruiting theme. He ranks as Rivals’ No. 17 tackle in the country.
The Jackets also received a commitment from four-star offensive tackle Joshua Sam-Epelle last week. They’ve secured numerous defensive linemen in this class, too, as they attempt to bolster their trench talent.
Key is entering a pivotal year as he tries to build sustained relevance. Tech has undergone myriad changes following its 9-4 campaign, and it will importantly feature a new quarterback and offensive coordinator. The Jackets lost four of their final five games after an undefeated start, but they’ll try to avoid such a swoon in 2026 and earn a berth in the ACC championship game.