Georgia football’s offseason focus on revamping its wide receiver corps has hit a few roadblocks. Following their struggles at the position this past season, head coach Kirby Smart has made the transfer portal a priority, targeting top talent to bolster the team’s offensive firepower.
After losing out on Georgia Tech’s Eric Singleton Jr., who recently excluded Georgia from his top five schools, the Bulldogs turned their attention to another standout target: Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key.
Key, who tallied 47 receptions for 715 yards and two touchdowns this past season, was widely considered a top priority for Georgia. Early recruiting intel positioned the Bulldogs as favorites, with On3 giving Georgia a 100% chance to land Key and Rivals experts echoing similar sentiments. However, recent developments suggest that Georgia’s grip on this recruitment may be slipping.
Ole Miss Gaining Momentum in Key’s Recruitment
Reports from On3 now indicate that Ole Miss has surged ahead in the race for Key’s commitment. Key’s visit to Oxford, Mississippi, appears to have had a significant impact, prompting On3 to shift its projections heavily in favor of the Rebels. Nebraska is also in the mix, but Ole Miss is emerging as Georgia’s biggest threat in this battle.
While no official predictions have been made yet, Georgia’s chances of landing Key seem to be dwindling. For a team looking to rebuild its receiver room, missing out on a high-caliber talent like Key could be a significant setback.
What’s Next for Georgia?
Time is running out for the Bulldogs to reclaim their lead in Key’s recruitment. With no commitments yet from top portal receivers, Georgia faces mounting pressure to secure a difference-maker for next season. As Key’s decision looms, all eyes will be on Kirby Smart and his staff to see if they can pull off a late comeback in this critical recruitment.
