Four-star Cornerback Donte Wright Has Committed to Georgia Bulldogs but the Race to Flip Him Is Far From Over
In late June 2025, Donte Wright a highly-regarded 2027 recruit from Long Beach Poly in California made waves by pledging to the Georgia Bulldogs. Wright, rated as a four-star prospect and ranked among the nation’s top cornerbacks, chose Georgia over major suitors including Oregon, Penn State, Oklahoma, Tennessee and even local powerhouse USC.
Wright’s commitment was considered a home run for Georgia’s coaching staff, especially defensive backs coach Donte Williams. Wright cited his comfort level with the coaches, his long-standing admiration for the Bulldogs, and Georgia’s ability to help him reach the next level. “I felt the love when I got there and the plan the coaches have for me,” Wright said in announcing his decision.
Despite the commitment, multiple programs are still aggressively pursuing Wright in the hope of flipping his pledge. The most vocal among them is the USC Trojans, whose coaching staff has maintained persistent contact with the California native and is positioning themselves as a natural fit given Wright’s West Coast roots and family ties to the region.
What’s the Deal with Wright?
At 6-foot-1 and around 170 pounds, Wright boasts rare combination of length, speed and versatility in the secondary. According to multiple recruiting services, he’s ranked within the top 100 nationally for the 2027 class and inside the top dozen cornerback prospects. He excelled on both football field and track, clocking elite sprint times while also showing instincts and physicality as a defensive back traits that attracted Georgia and other elite programs early.
Wright’s background adds further context to his recruitment. His father played at a high level under coach Donte Williams, creating a trust bond between Wright’s family and Georgia’s coaching staff. That relationship was a major selling point for the Bulldogs, who emphasized personal development as much as athletic upside in their pitch.
Georgia’s Pitch and the Why-It-Matters
By securing Wright’s commitment, Georgia added a key defensive back to its rapidly growing 2027 class. Wright became only the second commit of that cycle for the Bulldogs and joined the school amid a recruiting surge that saw Georgia stacking talent late into June. For Georgia, adding a West Coast athlete yet again broadens its national footprint and diversifies its recruiting pipeline.
Wright himself spoke highly of Georgia’s culture. “I’ve always been a Georgia fan … they are a program that develops at a very high level,” he said.
Likewise, his visit to Athens helped seal the deal; Wright said he felt comfortable on campus and impressed by the coaches’ vision for his role.
His commitment is not just a recruiting win it signals to other elite prospects that Georgia’s defense, under Williams, is a destination for NFL aspirants.
The Flip Watch: Why Wright Isn’t Fully Locked In
Even his pledge to Georgia hasn’t silenced other contenders. USC remains heavily involved in his recruitment, maintaining consistent communication and hosting future visits with Wright in mind. The Trojan staff is big on building relationships and flipping commitments, especially with prized local talent. Beyond USC, programs like Miami and Oregon are listed among those still in the mix, keeping the recruiting drama alive.
A couple of key factors make this situation fluid:
Proximity and fit: Being from California, Wright has a natural fit with USC and prefers staying near home.
Family ties: His uncle played at USC, adding emotional weight to the Trojans’ push.
Time to flip: Since Wright is still early in the 2027 class, his recruitment remains malleable commitments this far out can and often do change.
For Georgia, the key now is to continue reinforcing the relationship, ensure Wright’s role in the program is crystal clear, and maintain momentum in the face of competing pressure. If they do, they’ll lock up a major piece in the defensive backfield. If not, it could turn into a dramatic swing away.
What’s Next for Wright and Georgia
Wright will look to finish his junior season strong at Long Beach Poly, while sharpening his skill set on both the football field and track. Meanwhile, visits and official trips will matter; USC and others could attempt a late surge to sway him home. Georgia’s job? Keep reinforcing their pitch, showcase the development pathway under Williams, and solidify Wright’s comfort with the Athens environment.
Until he signs the National Letter of Intent, the “commitment” remains warm but not locked and the still-active efforts to flip him ensure that his recruitment remains one of the most watched storylines in the 2027 class. No matter the outcome, Donte Wright has already established himself as one of the premier young defensive backs in the country and whichever program secures him will gain a significant talent with potential to impact the field for years to come.
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