Here are the bios on 32 players with Georgia connections who have been invited to the combine, which will run Sunday through March 2 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis:
Player, Pos., High school, college
Tremayne Anchrum, 6-2, 315, OL, McEachern HS, Clemson. He was a spot starter in 2016 and 2017. He was the Tigers' full-time right tackle in 2018 and 2019 as the team went 29-1 and won a national title. He played 2,516 snaps over 55 games (37 starts) over his career. He was a two-time All-ACC pick and has a 5.95 grade (backup/special teamer) from NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein. He was a first-team all-state selection by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and an all-district AAAAAA selection.
Tyler Bass, 5-10, 183, PK, Georgia Southern, Dutch Fork (S.C.): He handled all the field goals, PATs and kickoffs over 13 games for the Eagles last season. He made a school-record 20 field goals on 28 attempts, made all 36 PATs and led the team with 96 points scored. He had 55 touchbacks on 72 kickoffs. He made a 47-yard field goal at No. 6 LSU in the season opener. Overall, Bass had 198 touchbacks on 268 kickoffs (73.9 percent). He has a career long field goal of 50 yards, but showed off a strong leg at the Senior Bowl.
Essang Bassey, 5-9, 190, DB, Columbus HS, Wake Forest. He was elected a team captain for the 2019 season. He was a third-team all-ACC pick as a senior after making 60 tackles and 2.5 for loss. He had an interception and 11 pass breakups over his 13 starts. He finished his career with 39 consecutive starts and had 45 pass breakups over his career. He was a first team all-state Class AAAAA by The Columbus Ledger-Enquirer, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and the Georgia Sports Writers Association. He has a 5.44 grade (Chance to make end of roster or practice squad) by NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein.
Rodrigo Blankenship, 6-1, 187, K, Sprayberry High, Georgia. Clutch baller. Made four field goals in three games over his career, at Kentucky in 2016; vs. Missouri in 2017; vs. Missouri, 2019; vs. Texas A&M, 2019. His longest field goal was 55 yards against Oklahoma in 2019. He was a first-Team All-America by USA Today, AFCA Coaches, Sports Illustrated, Walter Camp, Bleacher Report and Pro Football Focus. He was All-SEC first-team by the Associated Press and Coaches. He can also kickoff. Just 11 of his 85 kickoffs were returned, with 65 others resulting in touchbacks. "He should be the first kicker off the board," NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein writes.
Derrick Brown, 6-5, 318, DT, Lanier HS, Auburn. He was an unanimous All-American defensive tackle and is projected to be selected in the top 10 of the draft. He was a three-year starter for the Tigers and was a team captain. He has 17 career tackles and 33.5 tackles for losses. He was named a Super 11 player by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 2015. He went on to have 106 tackles, 42 tackles for losses and 12 sacks as a senior in high school for coach Korey Mobbs. He has a 7.16 grade (Pro Bowl talent) from NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein and his NFL comparison is considered to be Kris Jenkins, a four-time Pro Bowler who played from 2001-10.
Harrison Bryant, 6-5, 240, TE, John Milledge Academy, Florida Atlantic. He won the John Mackey award as the top tight end in the nation in 2019. He became just the third Owl to surpass the single-season 1,000 yard mark in a 49-6 win over UAB in the Conference USA Championship game with four receptions for 39 yards and added a score. He also earned unanimous All-American status, as he was voted First Team by AFCA, Associated Press, FWAA, Sporting News and Walter Camp. He has a 6.44 grade (boom or bust) grade by NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein.
Lawrence Cager, 6-5, 220, WR, Georgia, Calvert Hall (Md.). The graduate transfer from Miami who became the Bulldogs' leading receiver in nine injury-marred games last season. At the time of the injury, he led Georgia with 33 receptions for 476 yards and four touchdowns. He etched his name in Bulldog history when he caught seven passes for 132 yards and a 52-yard touchdown against rival Florida. His 132 yards receiving against the Gators were the most by a Georgia receiver in over six years. He also had a torn right ACL as a sophomore at Miami so his medical evaluation along with his 40-yard dash time will be important at the combine.
Marquez Callaway, WR, Warner Robins HS, Tennessee. Had a stellar career for the Volunteers as a receiver and punt returner. He had 92 receptions for 1,646 yards and 13 touchdowns. His career 13.6 punt return average ranked fourth in school history and his three punt return for touchdowns are second all-time. He played in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl postseason all-star game. He was second team All-SEC as a return specialist after totaling 154 yards and a 65-yard touchdown on 11 punt returns last season. He was named to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's All-State Class AAAA first-team as a defensive back in 2015. He was honored as an all-state selection on both sides of the ball by the Georgia Sports Writers as a senior. He has the ability to stretch the field with his speed.
Quintez Cephus, 6-1, 207, WR, Stratford Academy, Wisconsin. He played in 37 games, including 18 starts at wide receiver. He caught 93 passes for 1,496 yards and 13 touchdowns and averaged 16.1 yards per reception over his career. In 2019, Cephus caught 59 passes for 901 yards (15.3 per catch) and seven touchdowns, setting career-highs and leading the team in each category. He was a first-team all-state pick by the Georgia Sports Writers Association and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution as a junior and senior. He has a 6.19 grade (good back who may become a starter) from NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein.
Josiah Coatney, 6-4, 209, DT, Chapel Hill HS, Mississippi. "Just be physical," Coatney said when asked what he hopes to show the scouts at the Senior Bowl. "Just show them that I can affect the game from the line of scrimmage. I'm somebody who will give it my all. Football is not just a job for me, it's more than that." Coatney started playing youth football for the Douglasville TigerCubs, Mount Carmel and Yeager Middle School before Chapel Hill. "I definitely had my experiences in Douglasville," Coatney said. "That's definitely where I come from. I was raised most of my life there." He was a three-year starter for the Rebels.
DeeJay Dallas, 5-10, 210, RB, Glynn Academy, Miami. He rushed for team-high 693 yards on 115 carries, averaging 6.0 yards per rush. He finished with eight rushing touchdowns and also added 14 catches for 140 yards with two receiving touchdowns. He ranked second on Hurricanes with 846 all-purpose yards despite missing three games. He played quarterback, receiver, running back and defensive back at Glynn Academy. … He was a Super 11 pick by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 2016. He selected Miami over offers from Alabama, Auburn, Florida, Florida State and Georgia.
Kyle Dugger, 6-1, 220, SS, Whitewater HS, Lenoir-Rhyne. Intriguing big-hitter who was won the Cliff Harris award as the nation's top small college defensive player. He was named a Division II All-American. When Dugger arrived at Whitewater High as a freshman, he stood 5-foot-6 and looked nothing like a future NFL prospect. By the time he was a senior, Dugger stood 6-1 and went on to play Division II football at Lenoir-Rhyne in Hickory, North Carolina. After a stellar college career, the strong safety caught the collective eye of NFL scouts and was invited to the Senior Bowl.
Blake Ferguson, 6-3, 227, LS, LSU, Buford. He was preceded at LSU by his brother Reid Ferguson, who currently long snaps for the Buffalo Bills. He earned two degrees from LSU. He graduated in three years with a undergraduate degree in marketing in 2018 and then followed earned a Master's in business administration in December of 2019. He was a four-year starter at long-snapper. He played in 52 consecutive games and was twiced named a team captain in 2018 and 2019 becoming the first long snapper in LSU history to receive the honor.
Jake Fromm, 6-2, 220, QB, Houston County, Georgia. Will go down as one of the most prolific passer in school history. Fromm's 8,224 career passing yards rank fourth on UGA's all-time list. His 78 career touchdown passes put him in second place on UGA's all-time list and he ranks 4th and 5th, respectively, on UGA's lists of career completions and attempts. He led UGA to 37 wins in 43 games over three seasons, starting all but the very first one when he replaced an injured Jacob Eason during the third offensive series of the game. The Bulldogs won an SEC championship, a Rose Bowl and three SEC East titles during Fromm's career.
Antonio Gandy-Golden, 6-4, 220, WR, Paulding County HS, Liberty: He was was highly productive at Liberty. last season had had 79 catches for 1,396 yards, which ranked in the top five in the nation) and 10 touchdowns over 13 starts. His 17.7 yards per reception ranked in the top 10 in the FBS among receivers with 60 or more catches. As a junior, he caught 71 passes for 1,037 yards and 10 touchdowns last season. Gandy-Golden terrorized defensive backs in the Big South as a sophomore as he made 69 receptions for 1,066 yards and 10 touchdowns. He was under-recruited coming out of high school as a late-bloomer. "Recruiting was kind of slow in the beginning," Gandy Golden told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. "t started picking up towards my junior year, toward the end of my junior season. My first offer was from Mercer. Then, throughout the year, I got a couple of more offers, and then it really started picking up my senior year."
Antonio Gibson, 6-1, 220, RB/WR, Eagle's Landing HS, Memphis: Was listed as a wide receiver for the Tigers, but will get a shot a running back at the Senior Bowl. He caught 38 passes and averaged 11.2 yards per carry on 33 rushing carries last season. He was a football and basketball star in high school and also ran track. He started out in college at East Central Community College (Mississippi) before going to Memphis. Last season, Gibson played wide receiver (38 receptions, 735 yards, 19.3 average, eight touchdowns) before moving to running back in the middle of the season (33 carries, 369 yards, 11.2 ypc, four touchdowns). He also returned kickoffs.
Jonathan Greenard, 6-4, 263, DL, Hiram HS, Florida. Started his career at Louisville, but elected to transfer after he graduated and Bobby Petrino was fired as the head coach. He was named first-team All-SEC after leading the Gatos with 15.5 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks over 12 starts. He was slowed near the end of the season, but came back to play in the Orange Bowl. Here are the other players with Georgia connections who have been invited to the combine:
Brian Herrien, 6-0, 210, RB, New Manchester HS, Georgia: He was a key reserve running back on Georgia teams that won 11 or more games three straight seasons, won three straight SEC Eastern Division titles, and played in three straight New Year's Six Bowl game (2018 Rose, 2019 Sugar, 2020 Sugar). He was the second-leading rusher with 490 yards on 103 carries and six touchdowns last season. He also caught 16 passes for 110 yards and one touchdown. He was the co-winner of the Frank Sinkwich Award, as team's toughest player, at post-season awards banquet. He has a 5.60 grade (Chance to make end of roster or practice squad) from NFL.com draft analysis Lance Zierlein.
Solomon Kindley, 6-4, 335, OL, Georgia, Raines (Fla.). Kindley was redshirted as a freshman in 2016. He started the past three seasons, 32 games overall. The past two seasons he was Georgia's left guard. He was named one of three team captains for season opener at Vanderbilt and also against Missouri and Texas A&M. He played every offensive snap vs. Florida, Auburn, Texas A&M and Baylor, over 95 percent of snaps against Vanderbilt and Missouri. He left the Notre Dame game with an injury. He was the co-winner of Offensive "Up Front" award, given at team's post-season awards banquet. He as the size and toughness to play at the next level.
Jordan Mack, LB, 6-2, 230, Wesleyan School, Virginia: He was of three captains last season and helped the Cavaliers reach the ACC title game. He played in 13 of 14 games. He missed the Orange Bowl after having season-ending right ankle surgery after the ACC title game. He was third on Virginia's defense in tackles with 69 and led the team in sacks with 7.5. His father, Charles, played football at Georgia Tech from 1983-87.
Xavier McKinney, 6-1, 200, DB, Roswell HS, Alabama. He was named second-team All-American by the American Football Coaches Association, Sporting News and Walter Camp. He selected as a third-team All-American at safety by the Associated Press and Pro Football Focus. He finished last season 10th in the SEC in tackles with 95 over 13 games. He was named the 2016 Georgia Class AAAAAAA defensive player of the year by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He chose Alabama over Auburn, Clemson, Florida, Georgia and Ohio State. He can sit in the center of the field as a free safety, drop near the line of scrimmage to play the run and has covered slot receivers. He's projected to be a quality starter in the NFL.
Jared Pinkney, 6-4, 254, TE, Norcross HS, Vanderbilt. He was on the John Mackey award and Fred Biletnikoff award watch lists last season after a stellar junior season. He started 11 games last season and had 20 receptions for 233 yards and two touchdowns. He had a season-high five catches for 76 yards and two touchdowns in a victory over East Tennessee State. In his junior year, playing with quarterback Kyle Shurmur, he had 50 catches for 774 yards and seven touchdowns. The 50 catches were the most by a Vanderbilt tight end since 1984. He helped Norcross win back-to-back Georgia state titles before signing with the Commodores. He could become an NFL starter, but will have to work on his blocking first.
J.R. Reed, 6-1, 215, DB, Georgia, Prestonwood Christian (Texas). The son of former Grambling and Minnesota Vikings/New Orleans Saints wide receiver Jake Reed, who started his career at Tulsa before transferring to play for the Bulldogs. He was selected first-team All-SEC by the coaches and was named one of our captains last season. He was one of three finalists for the Jim Thorpe award as the nation's top defensive back.. He started the first 13 games and finished with 54 total tackles, fourth-best on the team. He also had seven pass breakups, ranking third among all defenders. He was the co-winner of the Vince Dooley defensive most valuable player award, which is given at team's post-season banquet.
Chauncey Rivers, 6-3, 275, DL, Stephenson HS, Mississippi State. He started his career at Georgia, where he played in four games in 2015. After a year in junior college he signed with Mississippi State and had an academic redshirt season in 2017. Over the past two seasons, he started 26 games for the Bulldogs and had 7.5 sacks. He was a member of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution 2014 Super 11 class.
D'Andre Swift, 5-9, 215, RB, Georgia, St. Joseph's Prep (Pa.). Swift became the fifth running back in UGA history to rush for more than 1,000 yards in back-to-back seasons. He had 1,218 yards rushing and 216 receiving with a total of seven touchdowns. Those totals would have been much higher had Swift not been injured at the end of this season. He was limited to six touches and eight total plays in his final two games because of an injury described as a bruised shoulder. Swift left school with 2,885 yards rushing and 666 yards receiving. He ranks seventh on Georgia's all-time rushing list, just behind Lars Tate (3,017) and just ahead of Knowshon Moreno (2,734).
A.J. Terrell, 6-1, 190, CB, Westlake HS, Clemson. In two years as a starter, he helped Clemson to a 29-1 record. He finished with 107 career tackles, 20 pass breakups, six interceptions and forced two fumbles over 1,827 snaps in 44 games (30 starts). He scored the first points of the College Football Playoff Championship game on a pick-six against Alabama in 2019. He is projected to be a NFL starter. He was selected as the Class AAAAAAA player of the year in Georgia by the Coaches Association. He was named first-team all-state by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 2016.
Andrew Thomas, 6-5, 320, OT, Pace Academy, Georgia. He was the winner of the SEC's Jacobs Blocking Trophy, UGA's first recipient of the award in 21 years. He was an All-SEC first-team selection by the coaches and the Associated Press. He was a key player on Georgia teams that won 11 or more games three straight seasons, won three straight SEC Eastern Division titles, and played in three straight New Year's Six Bowl game (2018 Rose, 2019 Allstate Sugar, 2020 Allstate Sugar). He was selected as a Super 11 player by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 2016. He started out at right tackle before moving to left tackle for his final two seasons at Georgia. He's projected to be selected in the top 10 of the draft. "He's a Day 1 starter who comes in well-coached and technically savvy," writes NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein.
Kindle Vildor, 5-10, 185, CB, North Clayton HS, Georgia Southern. A two-time all Sun Belt conference selection. He played in and started 11 games last season. He played 621 defensive snaps and had 27 tackles, including 3.0 for loss, two interceptions and six pass break ups. He was considered a three-star coming out of high school by MaxPreps and 247Sports. "Vildor possesses good athletic ability with the man cover talent to stay near his target," writes NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein. "He does a nice job of challenging throws effectively when he's in position thanks to his length and timing."
Isaiah Wilson, 6-7, 340, OL, Georgia, Poly Prep Country Day (N.Y). He was a second-team Associated Press All-SEC selection and co-winner of the offensive "Up Front" award, given at team's post-season awards banquet. He played in 11 games, starting in 10 last season. He played every offensive snap against Kentucky, Florida, Auburn and Texas A&M. He played over 95 percent of offensive snaps in three others games. He missed the Murray State and Arkansas games because of injury but returned to action against Notre Dame. He entered the season on the Outland Trophy watch list. In the pros, he'll fit better in a man-base blocking system vs. a zone blocking system. Will need some time to work on his technique and footwork time to be consistent at the pro level.
Charlie Woerner, 6-5, 245, TE, Rabun County HS, Georgia: He is the nephew of College Football Hall of Fame defensive back Scott Woerner, who helped the Bulldogs win a national title in 1980 and was a third round pick by the Atlanta Falcons in 1981. Charlie Woerner played in 40 for the Bulldogs. He caught nine passes for 78 yards in 14 starts last season. He was also part of a senior class that won 44 games, tied for most in school history. He caught three passes for the National squad in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl in January of 2020.
D.J. Wonnum, 6-5, 254, DE, South Carolina, Stephenson. Had 29.5 career tackles for losses to finished ranked ninth on the school's all-time list. He was a two-time captain in 2017 and 2019. He appeared in 43 games and made 30 starts. He played tight end in high school. As a freshman at South Carolina, he played in all 13 games as a reserve. He started his second season before his junior season was cut short by an ankle injury. He was healthy last season an started all 12 games and finished with 37 tackles, 9.5 for loss, 4.5 sacks, one interception, one blocked kick.
Jabari Zuniga, 6-3, 253, DL, Sprayberry HS, Florida. He helped the Gators reach the Outback, Peach and Orange Bowl over the past three seasons. He considered leaving for the NFL, but returned for his redshirt senior season, which was marred by a high-ankle sprain. He played basketball as a youngster trying to follow in his father's footsteps. His dad Carlos Zuniga played basketball at Tulane. Jabari Zuniga played just one year of football in high school and grew four inches to become an SEC prospect. He redshirted a year at Florida before he had as strong season in 2016 with 25 tackles, 8.5 for loss, team-high five sacks in 13 games.
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