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Kemon Spell commits to Georgia, expects $1 million in 2027

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 3:09 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Kemon Spell commits to Georgia, expects $1 million in 2027
Summary

Kemon Spell, a top running back recruit from McKeesport, Pennsylvania, has announced his commitment to Georgia for the 2027 season. He stated that he will earn $1 million in his first year and chose Georgia despite having higher offers. Spell aims to develop under head coach Kirby Smart to reach the NFL, emphasizing the importance of player development over financial incentives in recruiting. His decision follows his previous commitment to Penn State, which he reevaluated after the firing of coach James Franklin. Currently, Georgia's 2027 recruiting class ranks 12th nationally, as NIL deals influence the of college football recruiting.

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  • •Kemon Spell is ranked as the top running back recruit by 247 Sports.
  • •He will earn $1 million at Georgia in 2027.
  • •Spell previously committed to Penn State before choosing Georgia.
  • •Georgia's 2027 recruiting class is currently ranked 12th.
  • •Spell aims to prioritize NFL development over financial incentives.
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  • 3:09 PMYahoo Sports — Nation's top RB recruit says he'll make $1 million at Georgia in 2027, had higher offers
What they're saying
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Pittsburgh-area recruit Kemon Spell said the Bulldogs did not present the best offer, but he chose them with the goal of NFL development.

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