The 2025 offseason has been nothing short of dramatic for Georgia football fans, and Carson Beck’s decision to transfer from Athens to Miami has only added fuel to the fire. After opting out of the NFL Draft, Beck shocked Bulldog Nation by entering the transfer portal and choosing to suit up for the Miami Hurricanes next season. While this move left many fans bitter, one notable Bulldog is fully supportive: offensive lineman Tate Ratledge.
Ratledge, speaking at the NFL Combine, had nothing but positive things to say about his former quarterback. “Carson is a great kid, and honestly, Carson is one of my best friends since I’ve been at Georgia,” Ratledge shared. “I think Carson has the opportunity to be the top quarterback coming out next year. He’s shown it before; he just had a little bit of an off year this past year, and that’s nothing against him.”
According to Ratledge, Beck’s move to Miami offers a perfect reset. “Him going down there is a great place for him to rebound from what happened this past year and have a great year,” he said, emphasizing his belief in Beck’s potential to shine.
While Ratledge’s comments were filled with praise, they were also a reminder of the strong bond shared by the two players. Their time together in Athens yielded plenty of success, and Ratledge’s words reflect his desire to see his friend succeed, even if it’s not in Georgia red and black.
As for Georgia fans, their feelings remain mixed. While many want Beck to succeed individually, there’s no denying a sense of rivalry brewing between the Bulldogs and Hurricanes. The prospect of Miami outperforming Georgia in 2025 is one that could stir emotions, but as long as the Hurricanes don’t overshadow the Bulldogs, most fans are likely to stay indifferent.
Carson Beck now faces the challenge of proving his doubters wrong and showing NFL scouts that he’s a top-tier prospect. With the support of close friends like Ratledge and a fresh start in Miami, he has all the tools to make it happen. Whether or not Georgia fans will cheer him on is another question entirely, but one thing is clear—Beck’s story is far from over.
As the 2025 college football season approaches, all eyes will be on Beck as he attempts to turn his Miami chapter into a success story.
