Joshua Sam-Epelle commits to Georgia Tech as highest-ranked recruit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Four-star offensive tackle Joshua Sam-Epelle has committed to Georgia Tech, making him the Yellow Jackets' highest-ranked recruit for the 2027 class. Standing 6-foot-9 and weighing 310 pounds, he chose Georgia Tech over offers from Georgia and Tennessee. Sam-Epelle had listed both schools among his top options throughout his recruitment, which garnered widespread attention nationally. With this commitment, Georgia Tech has boosted its recruiting class to 22nd in the nation, while Georgia's falls to 13th. Sam-Epelle is currently ranked as the No. 16 offensive tackle and the 8th player from Georgia.
- •Joshua Sam-Epelle is a four-star recruit from Douglas County High School.
- •He is ranked as the No. 16 offensive tackle for 2027.
- •Sam-Epelle committed to Georgia Tech on June 22, 2026.
- •Georgia Tech's recruiting class is ranked 22nd nationally.
- •Georgia now has 17 total commitments for its 2027 class.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Georgia's No. 8 recruit becomes Georgia Tech's highest ranked commit
"Four-star OT recruit Joshua Sam-Epelle has had both Georgia and Georgia Tech listed as a top landing spot throughout the majority of his recruitment
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