The Georgia football program picked up an in-state commitment Monday and awaits Friday’s announcement from the top peach.
Xzavier Ward, a 6-foot-7, 255-pounder from Moultrie, became the 22nd commitment in Georgia’s 2011 class and the 17th from within the state. Ward is rated by Rivals.com as the nation’s No. 42 offensive tackle prospect.
The state’s top recruit, Thomasville defensive end Ray Drew, is scheduled to make his announcement Friday. The 6-5, 243-pounder is rated by RIvals.com as the No. 9 overall prospect nationally and the No. 1 weakside defensive end.
Drew is expected to choose between Georgia and Auburn.