5-star DL Marcus Fakatou includes Georgia in top-3 schools

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Last updated Jun 13, 2026

5-star DL Marcus Fakatou includes Georgia in top-3 schools
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Five-star defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou has narrowed his recruitment to three schools, with the Georgia Bulldogs making the list alongside Texas and Ohio State. Standing at 6-foot-6 and weighing 275 pounds, Fakatou is a top prospect from Sierra Canyon High School in California. He visited Georgia officially on May 31 and is anticipated to make his decision soon. Fakatou ranks as the No. 2 defensive lineman and No. 24 overall player in the 2027 class, according to 247Sports Composite Rankings.

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  • Fakatou includes Georgia Bulldogs, Texas Longhorns, and Ohio State Buckeyes in top-3.
  • He is a 6-foot-6, 275-pound defensive lineman from Sierra Canyon High School.
  • Fakatou recently visited Georgia on May 31.
  • He ranks as the No. 2 defensive lineman in the 2027 class.
  • Georgia has recently attracted several top recruits, including Eric McFarland and Colton Nussmeier.
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  • 2:31 PMYahoo Sports5-star DL puts Georgia football in his top-3
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Five-star defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou is narrowing down his recruitment to three schools including the Georgia Bulldogs.

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