Georgia’s aggressive pursuit of former Tennessee commits has intensified, particularly targeting four-star linebacker Christian Gass. Gass, a standout from Covington, Georgia, has
been committed to Tennessee since July 2024. Despite this, Georgia has remained persistent in their recruitment efforts. Reports indicate that Gass was rumored to attend the Georgia vs. Tennessee game as a visitor, though he ultimately did not . His commitment to Tennessee remains strong, with Gass expressing satisfaction with his decision and the relationships he’s built with the staff and community .([SI][1])
This situation mirrors previous instances where Georgia successfully flipped high-profile recruits from Tennessee. Notably, four-star safety Lagonza Hayward decommitted from Tennessee and committed to Florida, choosing the Gators over Georgia and Tennessee . Additionally, twins Zachariah and Zion Branch, both elite defensive back prospects, committed to Georgia, despite being considered top targets for Tennessee .([SBNation.com][2], [Rocky Top Insider][3], [eplheadlines.co.uk][4])
Georgia’s strategy appears to be a calculated effort to capitalize on Tennessee’s commitments, leveraging their proximity and the allure of playing for a program with a strong recent track record. While Tennessee has managed to retain some of these recruits, the Bulldogs’ persistence continues to challenge the Vols’ recruiting efforts.
As the 2025 recruiting cycle progresses, Tennessee will need to remain vigilant and proactive to maintain its commitments and prevent further flips by Georgia.
[1]: https://www.si.com/college/tennessee/recruiting/tennessee-football-commit-christian-gass-talks-current-standpoint-following-georgia-rumors-01jd3bpzwyaq?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Tennessee Football Commit Christian Gass Talks Standpoing Following Flip Rumors”
[2]: https://www.sbnation.com/2024/12/4/24313192/auburn-football-has-been-on-a-rollercoaster-ride-for-2025-early-national-signing-day-so-far?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Auburn football has been on a rollercoaster ride for 2025 early National Signing Day, so far”
[3]: https://www.rockytopinsider.com/2024/12/04/former-tennessee-commit-lagonza-hayward-lands-with-rival-on-early-signing-day/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Former Tennessee Commit Lands With SEC Rival on Early Signing Day | Rocky Top Insider”
[4]: https://eplheadlines.co.uk/shocking-news-tennessee-volunteers-targets-zachariah-zion-branch-commit-georgia-bulldogs-football/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Shocking News: Tennessee Volunteers Targets Zachariah and Zion Branch Commit to Georgia Bulldogs Football – Ep
lheadlines”
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