On3 Consensus Rankings Update: Georgia Bulldogs

The February version of National Signing Day is on the horizon, coming up Wednesday of this coming week, and with that the recruiting rankings for the Class of 2022 have been finalized. On3 offers the most accurate industry-generated ranking in the form of the Consensus which equally values all four of the major recruiting rankings (ESPN, On3, Rivals and 247Sports). Georgia has four players rated as industry-wide five-stars: Malaki Starks, Mykel Williams, Marvin Jones Jr. and Jaheim Singletary.

Malaki Starks – No. 6

NIL Valuation: $39k

Starks is the highest ranked player according to the On3 Consensus, coming in at No. 6 overall and No. 1 at the safety position. Enrolled early at Georgia, Starks has a chance to earn himself a spot in the rotation of the secondary with depth as a concern at both safety and STAR.

On3 Scouting Summary

Two-way high school standout as an option quarterback and safety who projects as a back-seven defender at the college level. One of the best overall football players in the state of Georgia dating back to his junior season. Sports a sterling athletic profile with elite marks as a sprinter and jumper in track and field in addition to playing basketball at 6-foot-1 and over 200 pounds. Transfers that athleticism over to the field where he is a home-run threat with the ball in his hands. Consistently out runs opposing defenses in the open field with an easy, long stride. A smart, heady player who displays toughness in taking a bunch of hits as an option quarterback. Led his team to a state title appearance as a junior. While he does see some time at safety, Starks remains a bit of an unknown projection as a defensive prospect, as he largely plays as a deep center field safety at Jefferson.

Mykel Williams – No. 10

NIL Valuation: $30k

While Starks is the highest ranked in the Consensus, Williams is the highest according to the On3 in-house rankings. The No. 2 player in the country according to On3, Williams was awarded National Defensive High School Player of the Year by the Maxwell Football Club. Kirby Smart called Williams “a kid we not only wanted, but needed to sign.” Count on him being one of the impact freshman players in 2022.

On3 Scouting Summary

High upside defensive lineman who is already an outstanding player at the high school level. Has a large frame with plus length (34-inch arms) and large hands (10 inches). Looks lean while carrying 265 pounds. Would not be surprising to see him carry 300 pounds with ease after time in a college strength program. A highly productive and disruptive player in high school for several seasons. Has advanced pass rush ability for a larger prospect. Uses first-step quickness to tee off against opposing offensive tackles. Pairs his high-end quickness with the length and a strong effort level to finish plays behind the line of scrimmage at a high rate. Among the more productive defensive linemen or EDGE prospects in 2022, posting double-digit sacks and at least 17 tackles for loss in all three varsity seasons. Is a younger prospect for the class and won’t turn 18 until the summer of 2022.

Marvin Jones Jr. – No. 23

NIL Valuation: $42k

Jones is also a five-star in the On300 rankings, previously sitting atop the list as the No. 1 player. Like Williams, he has a chance to be an impact freshman while learning from the likes of Nolan Smith and Robert Beal in the outside linebacker room.

On3 Scouting Summary

A fluid, coordinated pass rusher. Turns tight corners at high speeds and shows the flexibility to dip and bend around the edge. Uses his quick hands to swat and disengage from offensive tackles in pass rush situations. Capable of affecting passing lanes with his instincts and athleticism. Has shown the ability to be a strong pursuit defender when engaged. Comes from a high school program that broke the record for most former players taken in one NFL Draft. Had a stronger junior season than his senior season to date. Can continue to ramp up the physicality on a snap to snap basis. Younger for the class with a summer birthday and went from 215 to 245 pounds between his junior and senior year.

Jaheim Singletary – No. 30

NIL Valuation: $44k

Singletary is one of five defensive backs that Georgia signed and the second five-star, joining Starks. At the cornerback position alone, the Bulldogs are bringing in three high-caliber players. Singletary has the length and ball skills that should translate over to college and help in the transition to the next level.

On3 Scouting Summary

A tall, lean ball-hawking cornerback. Uses his 6-foot-2.5 stature, 33-inch arms and bouncy athleticism to make plays on the ball at a high rate. Looks like a wide receiver playing corner when the ball is in the air with his ability to extend and high-point. Unsurprisingly also doubles as a talented wide receiver for his high school team. Plays with physicality both as a run defender and in press situations. Has above average, not great long speed for the position. Grew over an inch between his junior and senior years.

Top 100 Players

Daylen Everette – No. 33

Earnest Greene – No. 44

Jalon Walker – No. 49

Bear Alexander – No. 50

Branson Robinson – No. 70

Oscar Delp – No. 78

Julian Humphrey – No. 81

Others

Darris Smith – No. 113

C.J. Washington – No. 147

Gunner Stockton – No. 157

De’Nylon Morrissette – No. 204

Jordan James – No. 237

C.J. Smith – No. 314

JaCorey Thomas – No. 346

C.J. Madden – No. 362

Aliou Bah – No. 370

Dillon Bell – No. 447

Jacob Hood – No. 504

Shone Washington – No. 607

Drew Bobo – No. 642

Cole Speer – No. 853

Griffin Scroggs – No. 873

Brett Thorson – No. 1898

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