Georgia football just landed one of its biggest commitments in recent weeks with 4-star interior offensive lineman Ekene Ogboko announcing his decision to join the Bulldogs. But there’s more to this commitment than meets the eye.
Ekene is following a family path to Athens—his older brother, Nnamdi Ogboko, is already on Georgia’s roster as a defensive lineman entering his second year with the team. Nnamdi came in as a three-star recruit and opted to redshirt his freshman season.
Ekene, meanwhile, holds a higher recruiting profile. Not only is he rated a four-star prospect, but he also ranks No. 50 overall in ESPN’s 2026 class rankings and is the No. 3 interior offensive lineman in the nation, per 247Sports.
The younger Ogboko made his commitment in show-stopping fashion during a ceremony at South Garner High School. Surrounded by family and with hats from his final four choices—Georgia, Notre Dame, Clemson, and Florida—laid out in front of him, he took fans on an emotional rollercoaster.
He picked up each hat in turn, including Georgia’s, only to fake everyone out by tossing them aside just as he seemed ready to make a choice. Even after referencing his brother’s ties to Georgia, he threw the Bulldog hat away—only to eventually double back and reveal he was committing to UGA after all, pulling off a dramatic and memorable announcement.
After tossing aside all four hats, the room was left in suspense—had a surprise team entered the mix? For a moment, it seemed like a dark horse contender might have emerged. But the drama was all part of the show. It was still down to the same four schools, and Ogboko had one more trick up his sleeve—literally.
With all eyes on him, Ogboko unzipped his jacket to reveal a Georgia Bulldogs shirt underneath, officially announcing his commitment to UGA. The room erupted, and the mystery was finally solved.
It was a memorable and theatrical announcement that had fans briefly scratching their heads. But in the end, Georgia fans can rest easy—the Ogboko family isn’t going anywhere. They’re staying in Athens.
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