By Luke Fletcher | Atlanta, GA

Georgia Tech closed the early signing period with a class that feels steady. Not flashy, not disappointing, just a solid, a foundational group that checks a lot of roster-need boxes but won’t blow up the national rankings. With the Final addition of four-star quarterback Cole Bergeron out of Louisiana, Tech’s early recruiting class now features a total of 24 signees, including 7 linemen, 5 defensive backs, 5 wide receivers, 3 linebackers, 2 tight ends, a quarterback, and a punter. Notably, 14 of these recruits are from within the state, while 22 hail from Georgia, Florida, or Alabama, leaving only Bergeron and safety Chris Hewitt Jr. from Maryland as the exceptions from outside the region. Brent Key clearly stuck to his plan: stay local, recruit traits, and bulk up in the trenches. And at a glance, the class does exactly that.

When stacked against last year’s top-25 haul, one of Tech’s best in almost two decades, this group lands closer to the middle of the ACC. If you just look at the roster math, it’s clear Tech was reloading at wide receiver and tight end. With a young quarterback room growing behind them, building out the receiver/tight end core is a crucial step in keeping Tech’s offense on an upward path. 

At wide receiver, two names jump off the page right away: JJ Winston and Kentrel Davis. JJ Winston brings a complete profile, strong hands, smooth route-running, and the physicality to win one-on-one battles on the boundary. He’s the type of dependable target who can become a quarterback’s best friend on third down and in tight windows. Kentrel Davis, on the other hand, gives Tech a true vertical weapon. He’s explosive off the line, accelerates effortlessly, and can stretch the field in ways Tech’s offense has been craving. Together, Winston and Davis give the Jackets a blend of reliability and big-play potential that raises the ceiling of the entire passing game. At tight end, Tech added one of the most intriguing long-term prospects in the class: Nate Agyemang. With his size, athletic stride, and natural catch radius, Agyemang fits the mold of a modern, movable tight end, someone who can flex into the slot, threaten seams, and become a real red-zone mismatch. His upside is significant, and he’s the kind of developmental player who could grow into a major part of the offense over the next few seasons. Collectively, this group represents a true reload. Georgia Tech didn’t just fill spots; it added potential  playmakers. With Winston’s polish, Davis’s burst, and Agyemang’s high ceiling, the Jackets have injected new energy and versatility into their receiving corps.

Georgia Tech made one thing very clear on Early National Signing Day: the foundation of the program is going to be built in the trenches. The Jackets signed seven total linemen across both sides of the ball, and the class brings a noticeable jump in size, strength, and long-term upside. The biggest headline came from the flip of offensive lineman Krew Moledor, who turned away from Louisville late in the process to join Georgia Tech. Moledor is exactly the kind of lineman Brent Key covets: long, athletic, and nasty at the point of attack. He’s a tone-setter and one of the most important wins of the cycle.The Yellow Jackets also secured the Heard twins: Courtlin and Courtney.  A rare OL duo with matching frames and matching upside. They bring power, length, and versatility, and together they give the Jackets a developmental pair who could anchor the offensive line for years once they’re coached up and fully grown into their bodies.

On the defensive side, Georgia Tech scored a late, high-value addition in Jordan Woods, a defensive lineman who chose the Yellow Jackets over  NC State. Woods isn’t just an edge rusher in the passing game but also a very disciplined run defender who contains his edge and doesn’t allow teams to find openings on his side.  He brings burst off the edge and the kind of raw tools that Tech’s defensive staff can mold into a real difference-maker. The class also includes Lex Willis, another defensive lineman with the frame and motor to thrive in Tech’s system. Willis plays with effort, leverage, and a willingness to do the dirty work — traits that translate well once players get into the weight room and college coaching environment.Altogether, this seven-man lineman haul checks every box: size, upside, and toughness. It’s the kind of trench-heavy class that doesn’t just patch holes — it reshapes the physical identity of the program. Georgia Tech got bigger, stronger, and deeper where it matters most.

The standout feature of this recruiting class is undoubtedly the defensive backfield. Georgia Tech has secured one of its strongest cornerback duos in recent memory, highlighted by Jaedyn Terry, a 4-star recruit from Manchester, GA. Standing at 6-3, Terry possesses the athleticism that has drawn interest from SEC schools, making him a perfect fit for the fast-paced demands of ACC defenses. Ranked among the top 30 corners nationally, he received offers from prestigious programs like Alabama and Louisville. Alongside him is Trae Stevenson, another 4-star talent from Brooks County, GA, who is recognized as a top-250 recruit with significant attention from Florida State and Auburn. His On3 Industry rating surpasses 91, further establishing him as a top-30 corner. The competition for both players was intense, but Georgia Tech emerged victorious on National Signing Day, adding crucial depth to their secondary.

In addition to those defensive backs, the Jackets made significant strides by flipping Kealan Jones, a former Georgia commit, and Chris Hewitt Jr., who was previously committed to Rutgers. These weren’t just last-minute additions; they were key targets that bolster the team’s defensive strategy. Jones brings a versatility that has been missing in recent years, capable of covering ground in the ACC’s high-octane offenses and potentially evolving into a defensive leader. His potential as a multi-year starter is a game-changer for a team in need of impactful defenders. Meanwhile, Hewitt’s commitment, though less publicized, is equally important as he is one of the most refined defensive backs in the class.  Coming from a national powerhouse program located in Maryland, Hewitt already looks like a college-ready defender. His strengths are the exact traits ACC defensive coordinators lose sleep over. He brings positional flexibility that will allow Tech to mix coverages, disguise looks, and match up better with the growing wave of hybrid slot receivers and athletic tight ends in the league. Hewitt isn’t just a good get, he’s the type of player who makes everyone around him better.  Together, these additions signal a promising shift in Georgia Tech’s defensive outlook under Brent Key.

Georgia Tech walked out of National Signing Day looking deeper, stronger, and far more balanced across the roster despite the lack of national recruiting services rankings. Brent Key and his staff attacked three major needs: wide receiver, the lines, and the secondary and walked away with one of the program’s most complete hauls in recent years. Most importantly, the late flips of OL Moledor ( Louisville), DB Jones     (Georgia), and DB Hewitt  (Rutgers) give the Jackets the final pieces they needed to turn a solid class into a foundational one. It’s a class built to help now and grow into something even bigger later.