Tennessee Battling Georgia for Linebackers as Recruiting Heats Up in the Carolinas

Tennessee is in a battle with Georgia for rising linebackers as part of a busy stretch of recruiting across North Carolina and South Carolina, according to the latest swing through the two states. The update covers several top prospects and shows multiple national programs making moves in the region at the same time.

Michigan is trending for an elite quarterback in that same territory, South Carolina is pursuing a committed senior, and two SEC programs are emerging for a talented young pass rusher. Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee and USC were all cited as programs making moves across the Carolinas.

For Tennessee, the linebacker battles with Georgia stand out as the most direct Volunteer angle from the update. Winning those head-to-head contests in neighboring states would matter for depth and long-term development on defense, especially against a conference rival pursuing the same rising prospects.