It’s been a good 2020 for Ladd McConkey, and February just started.
The versatile football standout at North Murray High School wrapped up his recruitment Sunday afternoon by committing to the Georgia Bulldogs. The 6-foot, 175-pound receiver prospect did not have any scholarship offers from Power Five programs until Jan. 20, when Georgia coach Kirby Smart watched him play basketball and then visited his home.
Vanderbilt offered a scholarship the following day, and McConkey wound up visiting both Southeastern Conference programs in the past several days before making his decision.
“I really felt like UGA was the right fit for me,” McConkey said Sunday. “I feel like this is where I will have the best opportunity on and off the field. I realize that they have great talent in the receiver room, but I believe in my ability. It will not come easy, and I am going to have to work harder than I have ever worked before.
“I am going to give everything I have for the University of Georgia.”