Top 2028 Prospect Jayden Wade Commits to UGA

The No. 1 recruit in the 2028 class returns to Athens after pledging to play for the Bulldogs.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 5:55pm

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Jayden Wade, the top-ranked high school football player in the 2028 recruiting class, has committed to play for the University of Georgia. The 6-foot-3, 215-pound linebacker from Atlanta made his pledge to the Bulldogs after a recent visit to the Athens campus on January 31.

Why it matters

Wade's commitment is a major recruiting victory for the Georgia Bulldogs, who have built one of the nation's top college football programs in recent years. Landing the consensus No. 1 prospect in the 2028 class will further bolster UGA's pipeline of elite talent and help the team maintain its status as a perennial national championship contender.

The details

During his visit, Wade met with Georgia's coaching staff and toured the facilities. He cited the program's winning tradition, passionate fan base, and the chance to play close to home as key factors in his decision to commit to the Bulldogs.

  • Jayden Wade visited the University of Georgia campus on January 31, 2026.
  • Wade announced his commitment to play for Georgia on February 1, 2026.

The players

Jayden Wade

The No. 1 ranked player in the 2028 high school football recruiting class, a 6-foot-3, 215-pound linebacker from Atlanta.

University of Georgia

A top college football program that has won multiple national championships and consistently fields one of the nation's elite teams.

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What they’re saying

“The chance to play for my hometown team in front of the best fans in college football was too good to pass up.”

— Jayden Wade

What’s next

Wade will continue his high school career before enrolling at the University of Georgia in 2028. He is expected to be an immediate impact player for the Bulldogs and could be a top NFL draft prospect by the time he completes his college eligibility.

The takeaway

Jayden Wade's commitment to the University of Georgia is a major recruiting coup for the Bulldogs, who have now secured the top-ranked player in the 2028 class. This signing further cements Georgia's status as one of the premier destinations for elite high school football talent in the country.