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Adam Wexler, a 2007 UGA graduate and founder of PrizePicks, committed $10 million to the University of Georgia Athletic Association to support the Georgia men’s basketball program, funding personnel and operating expenses with a portion directed to the Athletic Director Excellence Fund—the largest philanthropic gift in UGA Athletics history and a major anchor for the program’s future.
The New Orleans Saints have signed all eight of their 2026 draft picks, with seven players including first-round wideout Jordyn Tyson agreeing to terms on Friday and second-round defensive tackle Christen Miller finalizing a four-year deal on Saturday. Miller, the 10th pick in the second round, posted 23 tackles, four tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks at Georgia last season. With all picks under contract, the Saints can focus on preparing the eight newcomers for the fall.
Cardinals rookie QB Carson Beck, who spent five seasons at Georgia before transferring to Miami, says players must run their own race and that his college experiences are priceless. He plans to continue learning behind Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew and to apply lessons from past seasons as he battles for a quarterback role in Arizona.
No. 3 Georgia Tech routed No. 5 Georgia 14-4 at Truist Park in the Spring Baseball Classic, run-ruling the Bulldogs in five innings as Tech piled up 14 hits; Drew Burress went 4-for-4 with three RBIs, Ryan Zuckerman homered for his 15th of the season, and Carson Ballard earned the win.
Dante Dowdell starred in Georgia’s G-Day with 61 rushing yards and a one-yard TD, signaling he could be the go-to short-yardage back; Tyriq Green also impressed with an interception and could contribute in the secondary. Nate Frazier re-injured an ankle early, Amaris Williams suffered a noncontact ACL injury, and the quarterback situation remained unsettled as Puglisi struggled while Montgomery and Millender flashed. Georgia’s defensive line dominated the scrimmage, highlighting depth and potential as the team builds toward the 2026 season.
Former USC and Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch, a top Day 2 NFL draft prospect and potential Raiders target, was arrested in Athens, Georgia on misdemeanor charges including obstructing public sidewalks/streets, prowling and obstruction of a law enforcement officer. He was booked and released after posting a $39 bond. Branch transferred from USC to Georgia for the 2024 season, posting 81 catches for 811 yards in his Georgia year, and the Raiders had shown interest, hosting him for a top-30 visit. He is the great-nephew of Raiders Hall of Fame receiver Cliff Branch.
Former Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch, projected to be drafted this week, was arrested in Athens on two misdemeanor charges—obstructing public sidewalks/streets (prowling) and obstructing a law enforcement officer—and released after posting bond. The 5-foot-9, 177-pound playmaker transferred from USC to Georgia for 2025, finishing with 81 receptions for 811 yards and six touchdowns; he ran a 4.35-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine and was rated the 14th-best receiver in the 2026 class, with scouts noting his dynamic speed and potential as a versatile slot and return player.
Former Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch was arrested in Athens after Georgia's G-Day, charged with two misdemeanors—obstructing a public sidewalk/prowling and obstruction of a law enforcement official—and released on bond; he led the Bulldogs in receptions and receiving yards last season and was projected as a 2026 NFL Draft pick.
Georgia’s G-Day final grades highlighted a deep, improving roster: Hezekiah Millender stood out at quarterback, the tight ends dominated, and a deep running back group showed promise. The defense looked solid and special teams contributed, with several freshmen making an impact. Coach Kirby Smart called spring practice productive and emphasized continued growth as the team eyes the next season.
At G-Day, 5-star RB Kemon Spell (Georgia commit) and 5-star CB Donte Wright appeared in the recruits-only section, sparking buzz around the 2027 class as other top prospects like Aparicio-Bailey and Dillard joined them, with Wright drawing ongoing interest from Oregon/Miami while Spell’s commitment anchors Georgia’s push.
Georgia wrapped spring practice with G-Day as several players were sidelined by injuries: Amaris Williams suffered a noncontact ACL injury, Nate Frazier re-aggravated an ankle, and Ellis Robinson (ankle/MCL) along with other players were limited or did not play. The Red team beat the Black team 27-17, and Georgia will open the 2026 season on Sept. 5 against Tennessee State.
10th-seeded Virginia outlasted 7th-seeded Georgia 82-73 in overtime behind 28 points from Kymora Johnson and 23 from Sa’Myah Smith (plus 11 rebounds), becoming the first lower seed to win this season. Virginia outscored Georgia 11-2 in OT to reach the second round, where they’ll face Iowa or Fairleigh Dickinson after beating First Four participant Arizona State earlier this week; Georgia’s Mia Woolfolk had 27 and Rylie Theuerkauf 22, but Virginia’s second-half defense and a tighter man-to-man approach helped seal the win and Woolfolk left overtime after taking hard falls.
Georgia fell behind early and never recovered, losing 102-77 to Saint Louis in the NCAA tournament first round. After trailing 27-18, Saint Louis opened the second half with an 18-0 run to pull away. Jeremiah Wilkinson scored 30 for Georgia, while Kanon Catchings went scoreless on 11 attempts; Saint Louis out-rebounded 47-36 and dominated the paint with 66 points. Georgia finishes 22-11 and, like last year, exits without an NCAA win.
In a fast-paced NCAA Tournament matchup in Buffalo, Georgia is favored slightly over Saint Louis, with the key bet on the Over 169.5 as pace should dominate; the piece also highlights a same-game parlay featuring Robbie Avila’s over 3.5 assists and other supporting scoring bets from both teams.
Tennessee catcher Stone Lawless appeared to deliver a go-ahead homer against Georgia, but his celebratory bat flip and champagne moment came before the ball crossed the wall. The ball ended up a loud out and Tennessee’s rally fizzled, costing them the game and sparking a nationwide meme about unwritten baseball rules.