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Published Dec 15, 2023
Taking a closer look at Georgia's wide receiver room as it stands now
Anthony Dasher  •  UGASports
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Georgia's wide receiver room has already seen its share of attrition.

Jackson Meeks, Mekhi Mews, and Zeed Haynes have placed their names in the transfer portal.

There's also the uncertainty as to the future of Ladd McConkey, who could elect to turn pro. Meanwhile, Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint just completed his senior season, but has a Covid year to take if he is so inclined to return.



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Current Roster

Even if Rosemy-Jacksaint and McConkey move on, the Bulldogs would be in fair shape for the game against Florida State.

With RaRa Thomas doubtful due to his foot injury, that could open the door for redshirt freshman C.J. Smith and true freshman Anthony Evans III to receive considerable reps.

Still, Georgia feels it needs more wideouts considering the Bulldogs have brought former Vanderbilt receiver London Humphreys and former Miami receiver Colbie Young in for official visits. Michigan State receiver Jaron Glover is also in town this weekend.


Depth Chart heading into the Orange Bowl
* Could still opt out of the Orange Bowl
X-ReceiverSlot ReceiverY-Receiver

Sr. Macus Rosemy-Jacksaint*

Jr. Ladd McConkey*

Jr. Dominic Lovett

Jr. RaRa Thomas

Jr. Arian Smith

Soph. Dillon Bell

Soph. De'Nylon Morrissette

RsFr. C.J. Smith

Fr. Anthony Evans III

Fr. Tyler Williams

Projected Roster

One has to assume that neither Rosemy-Jacksaint nor McConkey will be part of the roster next year.

McConkey almost left for the NFL after last year, and after an injury-plagued 2023 season, this may be a situation where the Wuerffel Trophy winner elects to go ahead and take his shot.

Some NFL draft projections list McConkey as a second-round pick, which would certainly appear to make any decision a slam dunk.

Fortunately, there will be some talent coming back.

Assuming they can stay healthy, the trio of Bell, Lovett, and Thomas make for a talented returning core, although it's understandable why coaches would want to add more speed to the group.

Arian Smith-as long as he does not enter the portal-would provide some of that, but he's been inconsistent. Evans' speed is certainly a strength, but there's a reason coaches have focused on Humphreys from Vanderbilt.

Georgia would ultimately like to add one wideout, and perhaps two, if the right opportunity presents itself.

Below, let's take a look at Georgia's projected depth chart, including the expected incoming freshmen.

2024 Projected Depth Chart
X-ReceiverSlot-ReceiverY-Receiver

Sr. RaRa Thomas

Sr. Arian Smith

Sr. Dominic Lovett

Jr. De'Nylon Morrissette

RsSoph. C.J. Smith

Jr. Dillon Bell

RsFr. Tyler Williams

Fr. Sacovie White

RsFr Anthony Evans III

Fr. NiTareon Tuggle

Jr. Cole Speer

Portal Needs

The Bulldogs could use more speed at the position, hence the interest in Humphreys, a former track star in Tennessee.

Humphreys has three years of eligibility remaining, giving him plenty of time to fit into the Bulldogs' offensive plans.

Of course, that's assuming he ultimately becomes part of the Georgia program.

Young is a 6-foot-5, 215-pound monster, who would be an inviting target.

The trouble for Georgia, a lot of other schools feel the same way, and the competition for his services is expected to be keen.

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