Georgia EDGE signee Isaiah Gibson finishes as nation's No. 8 recruit in final On300

Warner Robins (Ga.) Five-Star Plus+ EDGE Isaiah Gibson signed with Georgia in December as part of an elite defensive class for Kirby Smart and Co.

The 6-foot-3, 263-pounder had been committed to UGA since June 24, when he chose them over Ohio State, Auburn, South Carolina, Tennessee and others. That followed an early commitment to USC in March, which he backed off only a few months later.

He was a top target of the Bulldogs for the entirety of the 2025 cycle — and for good reason.

On Thursday, Gibson was ranked as the No. 8 overall prospect in the final On300 rankings update. Gibson is the second-highest rated signee for UGA behind defensive lineman Elijah Griffin. He is one of multiple five-stars who landed in Athens in a class that ranks among the top 3 nationally for a third straight season.

“With Georgia, anything is possible,” Gibson told On3’s Chad Simmons when he committed in June. “Georgia is just a great place. The overall way that coach Smart runs the program, I feel like it is amazing. It’s remarkable, honestly. There is a lot I like about Georgia. I have always had them high on my list. They prepare you to be your best. Georgia puts players into the NFL.”

Gibson is coming off a senior campaign where he was named an Atlanta Journal-Constitution Super 11 Team selection.

Scout’s Take on Isaiah Gibson

On3’s Scouting and Rankings team compares him to former Alabama first-round pick Dallas Turner and writes this about him as a prospect:

“Gibson is a big EDGE prospect who creates a mismatch with his combination of rare physical traits, athleticism and power. Measured in at 6-foot-3.25, 263 pounds at the On3 Elite Series prior to his senior season, but looks to have trimmed down significantly as a senior. Has elite length and a big frame, sporting 35-inch arms and 10.5 hands. Runs well in the combine setting. Translates his physical ability over to the field while playing top competition on Friday nights. Highly disruptive and productive working as a defensive end at his high school, oftentimes lining up as a standup pass rusher. Finished his junior season with 17 sacks. Converts speed to power with ease. Knifes through the offensive line as a straight line rusher. Fights through blocks. Shows the ability to beat double teams and finish with sacks. Has truly elite closing speed and is a violent finisher.”