2 Georgia Bulldogs named among top-12 SEC players

Two Georgia bulldogs have been named in top 12 players for 2022 season by 247 Sports.

First up is tight end Brock Bowers, who comes in at No. 3.

ATHENS, GA – SEPTEMBER 11: Brock Bowers #19 of the Georgia Bulldogs celebrates after a 56-7 victory against the UAB Blazers at Sanford Stadium on September 11, 2021 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Brett Davis/Getty Images)

The Napa, Calif. native is coming off the most prolific tight end season in UGA history, racking up 56 receptions for 882 yards and 14 total touchdowns, all as a freshman.

Junior defensive lineman Jalen Carter is next up at No. 4.

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 31: Cade McNamara #12 of the Michigan Wolverines is tackled by Channing Tindall #41 and Jalen Carter #88 of the Georgia Bulldogs in the second quarter of the game in the Capital One Orange Bowl for the College Football Playoff semifinal game at Hard Rock Stadium on December 31, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

The Apopka, Fla., native, finished 2nd on the team in tackles for loss (8.5) and quarterback pressures (33), and blocked two field goals, including one in the national title game.

Carter is widely considered as one of the top defensive 2023 NFL draft prospects in the entire country.

Both Dawgs will have huge roles to play in the 2022 season.

You can view 247Sports’ full list here.