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Georgia Tech Lands In-State 2026 Safety Kealan Jones in Flip From Georgia

The in-state 2026 safety said Georgia Tech’s steady contact opened a path to early playing time.

Overview

  • Jones announced his switch on Monday, per On3’s Hayes Fawcett, reversing an April pledge to the Bulldogs.
  • He cited consistent outreach, a strengthened bond with assistant Coach Peoples, and feeling wanted by the staff in explaining his choice.
  • The Sprayberry High (Marietta, Ga.) product is a three-star on 247Sports with an 89 rating and is ranked No. 545 nationally in the composite.
  • A versatile defensive back who can play safety or corner, he logged 443 rushing yards and 7 TDs, 215 receiving yards and a TD, plus 33 tackles and four takeaways this season.
  • Georgia Tech finished 9–3 under Brent Key and awaits a bowl assignment; Yahoo Sports notes Georgia remains No. 2 nationally as UGA’s class drops to 30 commits while Tech’s 2026 class sits No. 46 with 19 pledges.