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Senior Day Spotlight: Richard LeCounte

This series looks back at some of Georgia's players who are bypassing the bowl game, meaning they have played their final game in a UGA uniform. We relive some of their best plays and note their data accomplishments based on PFF information.



Dayne: Any discussion of Richard LeCounte must begin with his staunch loyalty to UGA. He was the first recruit to commit to Kirby Smart, more than a year early. LeCounte was also a unity builder for his recruiting class. He was a large reason why elite players thought it was cool to go to Georgia. In that sense, he is one of the most important players to ever play in Athens.

Brent: Playing some as a freshman and then full-time until the off-field accident forced him to the sidelines, the senior logged 2,061 career snaps, more than anyone on the current roster. A leader before he arrived on campus, LeCounte's veteran presence and passion will be missed and players like Lewis Cine will be looked upon to take that role moving forward.

Turnover machine

LeCounte shows his balance and speed.
LeCounte shows his balance and speed.

Dayne: LeCounte snagged eight interceptions in 43 games. Half of those came in the 2019 season. He averaged 18 yards per interception return, so he truly did flip the field and change the complexion of football games.

Brent: LeCounte has always found a way to be around the ball and make plays. During his time in Athens (2017 - present), his career overall grade of 90.0 is the fifth-highest among SEC safeties. Three of the four above him are currently on NFL rosters.

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