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2026 Offensive Line Prospects to Watch for Georgia Football
Offensive lineman in the 2026 recruiting class to watch for the Georgia Bulldogs.
The 2025 recruiting cycle is nearing its end which means the 2026 cycle is quickly heating up. With that said, here are some offensive linemen in the class to keep an eye on for the Georgia Bulldogs this year.
Lamar Brown: A Quick, Explosive Offensive Lineman with Big Potential
Lamar Brown, a 6’4″, 280-pound offensive lineman, maybe slightly undersized for the tackle
position, but he compensates for it with remarkable athleticism and relentless drive. Despite his
height and weight being a tad below the typical size for an offensive tackle, Brown’s
explosiveness off the line of scrimmage makes him a standout player. He has an incredible
ability to fire off the ball and engage defenders quickly, setting the tone for the offensive line.
One of the key aspects of Brown’s game is his quick hands. When attacking defenders, he uses
them effectively to establish leverage and control the point of contact. His punch is fast, and his
hand placement is precise, which allows him to redirect defenders with minimal wasted motion.
This quickness is not only valuable in pass protection but also helps him in the running game
when he’s tasked with getting to the second and third levels on his blocks.
Brown’s ability to get to the second and third levels in his blocking is a key attribute that could
make him a dangerous asset at the next level. Whether it’s pushing defensive linemen down the
field in the run game or sealing off linebackers, he has the vision and the athleticism to make
these blocks consistently. His versatility is impressive, and with the right coaching and
development, he could continue to evolve into a dominant offensive tackle at the next level.
As of now, Lamar Brown is an uncommitted prospect, but his impressive athleticism, quickness,
and ability to fire off the ball make him a valuable recruit for any program looking to add an
explosive offensive lineman to their roster. It will be exciting to see where he ends up and how
his game develops in the future.
Pierre Dean: A Strong, Reliable Offensive Tackle with Size and Versatility
At 6’5″ and 305 pounds, Pierre Dean from West Forsyth High School in Clemmons, North
Carolina is a physically imposing figure on the football field. His size is reasonable for the tackle
position, and he uses that frame to great effect, particularly in pass protection. Dean is able to
hold his ground against defensive linemen with ease, using his size and strength to create a
solid wall of protection for his quarterback. His ability to maintain good positioning and keep
defenders from attacking the pocket is a credit to his technique and understanding of the game.
What stands out most in Dean’s high school tape is his versatility and role as a lead blocker in
many of the team’s counterplays. He is often tasked with pulling across the formation to clear a path for the running back, which highlights his ability to move laterally and engage defenders in
space. This skill is especially valuable in a fast-paced, dynamic offense, where the offensive line
needs to be flexible and responsive to different blocking schemes. Dean’s ability to make these
key blocks in the run game, along with his strong pass protection, makes him an asset in both
the ground and air attack.
While Dean is currently uncommitted, his combination of size, strength, and different blocking
skills make him a highly talented prospect for college programs looking for a reliable and
powerful tackle. His ability to excel in both pass protection and as a lead blocker in the run
game shows a well-rounded skill set that could make him an immediate contributor at the next
level.
Desmond Green: A Massive, Talented Offensive Lineman with Dominant Blocking Skills
Desmond Green, a towering 6’4″, 354-pound offensive lineman from Timberland High School in
Saint Stephens, South Carolina, is a physical powerhouse who dominates the line of
scrimmage. Green’s sheer size and strength make him a force to be reckoned with, but it’s his
technical sound and relentless motor that truly set him apart.
Green excels in both outside and inside zone schemes, where his size and power allow him to
clear space for running backs and keep defenders at bay. He consistently finishes his blocks,
driving defenders out of the play and creating running lanes. What makes him especially
dangerous is his ability to finish plays, staying engaged with defenders until the whistle blows.
This trait is indicative of his tenacity and his understanding of the importance of every block.
Green’s ability to control defenders in the run game, whether it’s on zone runs or power plays,
shows that he has the physicality and the skill to be a dominant presence on the offensive line.
He doesn’t just block, he finishes, and that’s a quality that coaches look for in their offensive
linemen. His ability to work in both inside and outside zone schemes provides versatility, making
him a strong asset for any team looking for a powerful and skilled blocker.
Currently uncommitted, Desmond Green’s combination of size, power, and technical skill makes
him an effective recruit for college programs in need of a dominant offensive lineman. His
strength and blocking ability, along with his willingness to play through the whistle, indicate that
he has the potential to be a key contributor at the next level.
Conclusion
These three uncommitted prospects—Lamar Brown, Pierre Dean, and Desmond Green—each
bring unique and valuable skills to the table. Whether it’s Brown’s athleticism and quickness,
Dean’s size and quickness, or Green’s power and finishing ability, each of these players has the
potential to make an immediate impact at the collegiate level. It will be interesting to see where
they land and how their skills develop over the coming years.
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Georgia man arrested after confessing to 1989 New Jersey cold case murder, authorities say
A Griffin, Georgia man is now under arrest, charged in connection with a cold case homicide investigation in New Jersey, prosecutors say.
It’s been nearly 37 years since 42-year-old Mauricio Cuadra was shot during an apparent home invasion; now, authorities say 62-year-old Joseph Quiros-Soto is charged with his murder.
Officials say on Aug. 9, 1989, the officers with the Bayonne Police Department responded to reports of a home invasion and shooting at an apartment on the 400 block of Avenue C. Inside the home, they found Cuadra suffering from a gunshot wound. Cuadra died shortly after.
The case remained a mystery until 2024, when Quiros-Soto confessed to the murder to police in Locust Grove, Georgia, saying that he had become a born-again Christian, NJ.com reports.
Police told the outlet that he gave the detectives details of the crime and allowed visiting Hudson County authorities to take a DNA sample, which matched a stain on the victim.
Authorities were eventually able to obtain a warrant for the Georgia man’s arrest. On May 27, 2026, deputies with the Spalding County Sheriff’s Office arrested Quiros-Soto at his home in Griffin, charging him with murder and murder during the commission of a burglary.
Quiros-Soto is being detained in Georgia, awaiting extradition to New Jersey.
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Who Mississippi State baseball will play next in NCAA Tournament super regional
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State baseball has made the super regionals in the NCAA Tournament and will face a team its already played four times.
The No. 14 national seed Bulldogs (43-17) are matched up with No. 3 Georgia (49-12). The best-of-three series will take place in Athens, Georgia, because Georgia is the higher seed.
The super regionals run from June 5-8, and the winner will make the College World Series.
MSU is 0-4 against Georgia this season, getting swept at Dudy Noble Field and then losing a fourth time in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals. Georgia won the SEC regular season and tournament championships.
Both teams made it through their regionals without a loss. Mississippi State blew out Louisiana 19-5 on May 31, while Georgia defeated Liberty.
MSU has played Georgia only once in postseason history, losing in the 1990 College World Series.
Mississippi State baseball history in super regionals
Mississippi State has played in 10 super regionals and won five of them. It has won three straight super regionals. MSU is 2-4 as the visiting team in super regionals.
New Mississippi State coach Brian O’Connor is 7-2 in super regionals.
NCAA baseball tournament schedule
- Super regionals: June 5-8
- College World Series: June 12-22
Sam Sklar is the Mississippi State beat reporter for The Clarion Ledger. Email him at ssklar@usatodayco.com and follow him on X @sklarsam_.
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Georgia football picks up two commitments for 2027 recruiting class
Georgia football landed a pair of commitments Sunday for its 2027 recruiting class.
Wide receiver Taurean Rawlins from Mount Vernon School in Atlanta posted on his X account on May 31 that he’s pledged to the Bulldogs.
Georgia also picked up a commitment from offensive tackle DJ Dotson from Hattiesburg, Miss., he posted on his Instagram account.
Both are rated 3-star prospects.
“I loved the support and love they showed towards me and my family,” Dotson said in a text message to the Athens Banner-Herald.
The 6-foot, 175-pound Rawlins is rated the No. 58 wide receiver in the 2027 class and the No. 478 overall prospect.
Rawlins had 67 catches for 1,395 yards and 17 touchdowns last season, according to MaxPreps.
Rawlins and Dotson give Georgia 10 commitments for this cycle.
Rawlins is the first wide receiver commitment. He also had offers from Ohio State, Florida and Michigan.
Georgia signed four wide receivers in its 2026 class: Craig Dandridge, Ryan Mosley, Dallas Dickerson and late addition Tre Shields.
Rawlins’ coach at Mount Vernon is former Georgia star wide receiver Terrence Edwards.
The 6-foot-7, 330-pound Dotson is rated as the nation’s No. 85 offensive tackle prospect and the No. 851 overall prospect.
He picked Georgia over Ole Miss, LSU and Georgia Tech, according to 247Sports.
Georgia also has offensive line commitments in its 2027 class from Kelsey Adams from Langston Hughes, Abram Eisenhower from Lowndes and Ty Johnson from Mount Pleasant, S.C.
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