A versatile linebacker in North Georgia with a nose for the football, Upshaw finally saw a well-deserved offer come his way recently from the in-state Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. He’s been one of the top sleeper linebackers across the state over the years with enough talent to see more offers come his way this summer. The playmaking 6-foot-3 215-pounder out of Calhoun made 88 tackles last season with five TFLs and five sacks with three more forced fumbles on his way to 1st-Team All-Region honors.

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The 6’3 230 LB really saw his stock rise after an outstanding performance in the State Championship. Upshaw has been a player that I have been high on since the 1st time I rolled his tape. Great size and mobility and is athletic enough to drop back in coverage. He recorded 88 TT last Fall with 5 sacks and 3 FFs in helping to lead the Yellow Jackets to the Title.

Offers/Outlook

The Top 10 LB prospect is still flying under the radar with Georgia Southern the only reported offer to this point. D1 size and talent that will have many more opportunities to play at the next level.

The #6 ranked LB prospect in the latest PRZ rankings showed why Friday night. Big physical presence on defense 6’3 220. Upshaw is quick off the snap and good speed. Athletic kid that can chase you from sideline to sideline and a decisive tackler. I expect his recruiting to really take off after this post season. P4 talent.

Alec Upshaw Alec Upshaw 6'3" | 215 lbs | LB Calhoun | 2026 State GA is a checklist LB prospect with on and off-ball versatility. He is listed at 6’3 230 with some room to grow, projecting him best as an EDGE. He has T/F context as a thrower, plays basketball, and has shown positive physical growth since his sophomore season.

Explosive as a pass rusher with decent bend, allowing him to win around blockers and get after the QB. He is best when turning speed to power. He is a productive bull rusher, allowing him to dent the pocket. Strong enough in his arms to grab and rip through blockers. He plays horizontally well, operating patiently with outstanding pursuit skills. He projects as an EDGE defender, but can easily slide back and play off the ball.

As mentioned, his pursuit is impressive and it elevates the floor of his game. He has the play speed and motor to chase the ball down from the back side of the formation, which he frequently does on tape.

Upshaw is a size/speed threat off the edge with position versatility, a hot motor, and checks the multi-sport box. He is a high-floor player who should generate buzz this offseason.

Grade: FBS