Georgia Bulldogs land top linebacker recruit Nick Abrams

Four-star linebacker prospect joins Bulldogs' 2026 class

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Georgia Bulldogs have landed a top linebacker recruit in Nick Abrams, a four-star prospect from Owings, Maryland. Abrams, considered the No. 22 linebacker in the country and No. 10 overall prospect in Maryland, chose Georgia over offers from Oregon, Michigan, Alabama, and 26 other schools. He is expected to join a talented linebacker trio in Athens that also includes Elijah Littlejohn and Terrence Penick.

Why it matters

The addition of Abrams provides a major boost to Georgia's linebacker corps, which is a key position of need for the Bulldogs. As a standout at McDonough School, Abrams has proven himself as a well-rounded, physical linebacker who can make an impact against both the run and pass.

The details

As a senior, Abrams recorded 84 tackles, 13 tackles for loss, nine sacks, two interceptions, and a fumble recovery, earning All-MIAA Football Team honors. He also took visits to Georgia for the Alabama and Texas games, impressed by the program's message of hard work and development.

  • Abrams committed to Georgia on his birthday in July 2025.
  • Abrams enrolled at Georgia in January 2026 as part of the Bulldogs' 2026 recruiting class.

The players

Nick Abrams

A four-star linebacker prospect from Owings, Maryland, considered the No. 22 linebacker in the country and No. 10 overall prospect in Maryland.

Glenn Schumann

Georgia's defensive coordinator and linebackers coach, who will be responsible for developing Abrams and the Bulldogs' talented linebacker corps.

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What they’re saying

“It's just, you want to be a Georgia Bulldog. You're going to come here, and you're going to have to work. So that's really their message. So I'm up for the challenge.”

— Nick Abrams (Dawgs247)

What’s next

Abrams will look to make an immediate impact as a freshman, competing for playing time alongside fellow linebacker recruits Elijah Littlejohn and Terrence Penick.

The takeaway

Georgia's addition of Nick Abrams, a highly-touted linebacker prospect, further solidifies the Bulldogs' defensive unit and their ability to reload with top talent year after year. Abrams' combination of size, athleticism, and football IQ make him an ideal fit for Georgia's defense, and he will look to continue the program's tradition of producing elite linebackers.