2025 Watchlist: Georgia Offensive Linemen, Part I
You hear it all the time, “Everything starts up front”. In a place with as much football talent as Georgia, that is especially true. Without a solid offensive front, it doesn’t matter what playmakers you have at skill positions. Here…
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Continue ReadingYou hear it all the time, “Everything starts up front”. In a place with as much football talent as Georgia, that is especially true. Without a solid offensive front, it doesn’t matter what playmakers you have at skill positions.
Here are some 2025 Georgia offensive linemen that have turned heads so far.
Juan Gatson | 6’8 | Westlake
Gatson is arguably the most highly decorated 2025 OL prospect in Georgia, and for very good reason. For starters, he absolutely wows everyone with his size. At 6’8 337, he is an incredibly massive human being and still has 3 more years to grow. For that reason alone, schools would be foolish to not give him a look. To go along with his unreal size, Gatson also possesses some unreal speed and athleticism for his size. He is super explosive off the line which allows him to peel out quickly and be a lead blocker in the run game. That explosiveness also allows him to pack a serious punch on defenders at impact. A high effort player that can be seen 50 yards downfield on explosive plays, and can sometimes outrun skill position players on those plays. That speed and his huge frame make it almost impossible to get around him and rush the passer. Gatson plays mostly tackle at the moment but has the ability to play inside as well. Chances are, Gatson is on his way to becoming one of the most elite 2025 linemen in the entire nation.
Film: http://www.hudl.com/v/2FkS3w
Name to know in 2025 class is big OT Juan Gaston ⬇️ measuring in at @UANextFootball ATL camp. Already reports handful of offers including #WPS #HookEm #GT – Video & Data posting to @TheUCReport – @DemetricDWarren @TomLuginbill @JuanGastonJr1 pic.twitter.com/HAgBLkr9pA
— Craig Haubert (@CraigHaubert) February 27, 2022
Bryce Hudson | 6’4 | Grayson
When talking about 2025 offensive linemen in the state, Bryce Hudson is often a name that is brought up. At 6’4 and hovering around 280 pounds, Hudson is already built extremely well and has a chance to get even bigger with his age. Oftentimes, young linemen at his size carry bad weight, but not Hudson. Hudson certainly looks the part with his long arms and muscular build. What really makes Hudson stand out isn’t even his very impressive size, but it’s his speed. Can get into the second level quickly to block smaller defenders or can peel out and serve as a lead blocker on outside runs. On film, Hudson spends a lot of time playing at guard, but with his speed, there is always a chance he ends up at tackle. Usually, the best way to spot an elite offensive lineman is one with size and speed, Bryce Hudson fits that description. Hudson checks all the boxes and will be a prospect you hear plenty about in the next few seasons.
Film: https://twitter.com/BryceHudson78/status/1489786226387390465?s=20&t=EYl8IA-Lx8ZGL6InUeamkg
Had to snap a pic of massive 2025 OL @BryceHudson78 today! Coaches… TAP IN‼️ #GVE pic.twitter.com/oQ6WJwmlVw
— Coach Fred (@Coach_FredM) February 8, 2022
Mal Waldrep | 6’5 | Brookstone School
There is nothing small about this small school prospect. At 6’5 and just south of 300 pounds, Waldrep already has college-ready size and is probably bigger than a large portion of linemen at the next level. To go along with his height and weight, he possesses long arms and has some nice speed. Waldrep appears a little raw in his technique, but he is physical and athletic enough to make up for it. Plays with great pad level and packs a large punch on impact, which results in multiple pancakes. In the passing game, he locks defenders out with his long arms and holds his ground with strong footing. Waldrep has already received college attention, so once he continues to grow into his frame and hone in on his technique, Waldrep could be a very well-rounded prospect.
Film: http://www.hudl.com/v/2GW31J
Blessed to receive an offer from UAB! @Mansell247 @RecruitGeorgia @BigFaceSportss @CoachBrighamUAB @UAB_FB @RanceGillespie pic.twitter.com/wZBtTagSLG
— mal waldrep (@WaldrepMal) January 26, 2022
Mason Short | 6’6 | Evans
Short is yet another young prospect blessed with an unbelievable frame. Short has a bit of a different playstyle than some of the others on this list. While Short does have some speed and explosiveness, he relies on his fundamentals and technique to set himself apart. Shows great footwork getting into his pass set and uses his long arms to lock up defenders trying to get after the passer. Is a true tackle prospect who is blessed with great length, but has shown the ability to be a physical style blocker on the inside. His pad level can sometimes get too high, but he packs a strong enough punch to make up for it. To go along with Short’s impressive physical traits, he is a high effort player who plays through the whistle and isn’t afraid of contact. Short is yet another prospect that has received some college interests already. If he can clean up smaller parts of his game and continue to grow into his frame, Short has the makings of an elite lineman.
Can’t wait to visit Coastal Carolina University on April 2nd ‼️ #GoChanticleers @CoastalFootball @CoachChadwell @willykorn @barrettdavis4 @EHSKnightsFB @RecruitGeorgia @CoachATroutman pic.twitter.com/orcVz2EXk5
— Mason Short ✞ ♹ ♷ (@MasonShort_) February 28, 2022