David Gabriel Georges, the No. 2 running back in the 2027 class, announced his commitment to the University of Tennessee on Wednesday, edging out traditional powerhouses Ohio State and Ole Miss.
The decision follows a relentless recruitment campaign that involved nearly every Power Four program, with Tennessee emerging as the clear favorite after presenting a historic name, image and likeness package valued at roughly $2 million per year over three years.
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Georges, a Quebec native who relocated to Chattanooga in 2024, capped his junior season with 1,756 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns on 163 carries, guiding Baylor to the Division II‑AAA state championship despite a midseason ankle injury.
His performance earned him the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Award for 2024 and 2025, and placed him at the top of the state’s prospect list while also securing the No. 10 spot nationally on the 247Sports Composite.
The commitment adds to a 2027 Volunteers class that already boasts 18 pledges, including four‑star talents such as Malik Howard, KeSean Bowman, Kenneth Simon and Princeton Uwaifo, as well as out‑of‑state standouts like Marcus Jones and Q’Mari Hudson.
Coaches and analysts alike view the signing as a statement of Tennessee’s growing influence in the recruiting arena, a sentiment echoed by the university’s athletic director.