Joshua Sam-Epelle commits to Georgia Tech over top programs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:06 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Joshua Sam-Epelle, a four-star offensive tackle from Douglasville, Georgia, has committed to Georgia Tech on June 19, 2026. The 6-foot-9, 330-pound player chose the Yellow Jackets after narrowing his options, which included Georgia, LSU, and UCLA. His recent visits to Georgia Tech, particularly the latest one, influenced his decision as he expressed confidence in the coaching staff's development plans. Sam-Epelle emphasized the impact of head coach Brent Key's background and his preference for staying close to home to play in front of family and friends at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
- •Sam-Epelle committed to Georgia Tech over multiple top programs.
- •He is a four-star prospect ranked No. 170 by Rivals.
- •He visited Georgia Tech six times before making his decision.
- •Sam-Epelle values the coaching development from head coach Brent Key.
- •He aims to play close to home in front of family.
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — 4-star OT Joshua Sam-Epelle believes in Brent Key, commits to Georgia Tech
"Georgia Tech got on Joshua Sam-Epelle early, Brent Key and company pushed hard late, and the Yellow Jackets closed the deal. The four-star offensive tackle from Douglasville (Ga.) Douglas County has committed to the in-state school over Georgia, LSU, UCLA and several other top programs. Sam-Epelle, who measures 6-foot-9 and 330 pounds, ranks as the […]
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