Nearly every Georgia Bulldog junior or senior has been faced with a stay-or-go decision ahead of the 2024 NFL draft.
Thus far, six key Georgia Bulldogs, including starting quarterback Carson Beck, have announced their return to Georgia. The Bulldogs are expected to reload for the 2024 college football season and should be among the national championship favorites.
However, Georgia will have to replace 11 players that have declared for the 2024 NFL draft. Head coach Kirby Smart and Georgia football have lost a number of weapons to the draft, including superstar tight end Brock Bowers.
What key NFL draft eligible Georgia Bulldogs have decided to return to school for another season? What Dawgs have announced that they are entering the draft?
Quarterback Carson Beck: Staying
Georgia quarterback Carson Beck was one of the first Bulldogs to announce his return.
Linebacker Smael Mondon: Staying
Georgia junior linebacker Smael Mondon battled injuries in 2023. A healthy Mondon is a difference-maker for the Georgia defense.
Defensive end Chaz Chambliss: Staying
Georgia edge rusher Chaz Chambliss figures to start for the Bulldogs in 2024. Chambliss’ return is big for the UGA defense.
Defensive tackle Zion Logue: NFL draft
Zion Logue accepted an invitation to the Shrine Bowl in December, so it was not a surprise when the big defensive tackle declared for the NFL draft.
Center Sedrick Van Pran: NFL draft
Van Pran, who is the leader of the Georgia offensive front, is likely headed to the NFL, but Georgia returns a strong offensive line room in 2024. Van Pran has not declared for the NFL draft. However, he thanked Georgia for his time in Athens via Instagram, so it would be surprising if he returned. Additionally, Van Pran has accepted a Senior Bowl invitation.
Safety Javon Bullard: NFL draft
Javon Bullard is one of the top safeties in the 2024 NFL draft. Bullard is the No. 55 prospect in the draft, per Tankathon.
Cornerback Kamari Lassiter: NFL draft
Georgia’s top cornerback, Kamari Lassiter, is headed to the NFL. Lassiter’s excellent cover skills and tackling will be missed.
Offensive tackle Amarius Mims: NFL draft
Georgia offensive tackle Amarius Mims is expected to be one of the top tackles in the NFL draft. In fact, Tankathon ranks Mims as the No. 18 prospect in the draft despite having limited starting experience.
Defensive back Tykee Smith: NFL draft
Veteran Georgia defensive back Tykee Smith could have returned for another season, but instead he opted to enter the NFL draft.
Wide receiver Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint: NFL draft
Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint is headed to the NFL draft. Rosemy-Jacksaint caught 34 passes for 535 yards and four touchdowns this season.
Running back Daijun Edwards: NFL draft
Georgia will have to replace its leading rusher, Daijun Edwards, this offseason. Edwards was also Georgia’s top receiving running back. He is headed to the NFL draft.
Running back Kendall Milton: NFL draft
UGA senior running back Kendall Milton rushed for 790 yards and 14 touchdowns this season. Milton is headed to the NFL after putting together a stretch of great games to end the season.
Wide receiver Ladd McConkey: NFL draft
Shifty Georgia wide receiver Ladd McConkey was the Dawgs’ No. 1 wide receiver when healthy this season. McConkey battled injuries throughout 2023, but should be an early selection in the NFL draft.
Tight end Brock Bowers: NFL draft
All-American tight end Brock Bowers is headed to the NFL. Bowers leaves Georgia as one of the best tight ends to ever play college football.
Defensive tackle Nazir Stackhouse: Staying
Run-stuffing defensive tackle Nazir Stackhouse will anchor Georgia’s defensive front in 2024. Stackhouse’s return is massive for the Georgia defense.
Offensive guard Tate Ratledge: Staying
Georgia’s offensive front will look pretty familiar outside of Sedrick Van Pran in 2024. Yes, Georgia will miss Amarius Mims, but Mims was out for much of 2023. Tate Ratledge projects as Georgia’s top returning lineman.
Offensive tackle Xavier Truss: Staying
Georgia offensive tackle/guard Xavier Truss will provide experience and positional versatility to the Bulldogs in 2024.
