4-star DL Joseph Jonah-Ajoyne officially signs with Georgia
The Bulldogs are looking to keep the trenches stocked moving forward, and four-star defensive lineman Joseph Jonah-Ajonye should go a long way to providing peace of mind on that front. On Wednesday, Georgia announced that he had officially signed with the team, though Jonah-Ajonye is already on campus and taking part in bowl practices with Georgia.
A product of Conroe, Texas’ Oak Ridge High School, Jonah-Ajonye ranks as the nation’s No. 37 overall prospect in the 2024 On3 Industry Ranking. The 6-foot-4, 275 pound lineman also ranks as the nation’s No. 6 prospect at the position and is the No. 9 prospect in Texas for the cycle by the same metric.
Jonah-Ajonye committed to the Bulldogs in early July, choosing Georgia over the likes of Oklahoma and Texas.
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For the coveted defender, it was a dream come true.
“That phone call made me really happy because Georgia is my dream school. I was really happy to talk to Coach [Tray] Scott about that,” Jonah-Ajonye told SoonerScoop’s Josh McCuiston after receiving his offer from the Bulldogs. “We were on the phone for like 40 minutes, and then, he offered me. I didn’t even know I was going to get the offer. I thought it was just an interest. I was really happy. That made my entire month. That made my entire month.”
Scouting Report on Joseph Jonah-Ajonye
“Athletic, versatile defensive lineman with one of the higher developmental upsides at the position in the 2024 cycle. Measured at around 6-foot-3.5, 275 pounds prior to his senior season. Has a big frame and plus length with a 10.5-inch hand and arms that measure over 34 inches. An easy, natural athlete who moves like a much smaller player. Lines up at defensive end and inside on Friday nights. Flashes outstanding speed in pursuit, running down plays from the backside. Plays to the whistle and makes second effort plays. Shows quick hands at the point of attack. Is a mismatch due to his quickness and overall athleticism when he slides inside. Capable of overpowering offensive tackles as a edge setter against the run. Will need to continue honing his skill and growing as a player. Could stand to improve his pass rush. Born in Nigeria and did not start playing football until his freshman year of high school. Also extraordinarily young for the cycle, with a November birthday. Is the age of a 2025 prospect. Has notable upside based on his lower level of development and the room for growth relative to most other top 2024 prospects.” – Charles Power, On3 Director of Scouting and Rankings, on Joseph Jonah-Ajonye
