Georgia TE Darnell Washings makes NFL Draft decision
Georgia Bulldogs tightend Darnell Washington has chosen to enter the 2023 NFL Draft. Georgia has several players in the tight end room to the transfer portal, but Washington is Georgia’s biggest loss at the position.
Washington is entering the draft after having been a major part of two consecutive national championship teams at Georgia.
Here’s what Georgia football fans need to know about Darnell Washington’s NFL draft decision:
Darnell Washington announces plans for the 2023 NFL Draft
Darnell Washington, Georgia junior tight end, stated that he intends to enter the draft via twitter. He thanked his fans and teammates.
Who is Georgia’s tight 2023 end room?
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Georgia tight end Brock Bowers will likely return to Athens in his junior season. Oscar Delp, the sophomore tight end, will be the No. 2 tight end. Georgia is signing a strong recruiting class at tightend.
What is UGA doing in Darnell Washington to lose?
Georgia Bulldogs tight-end Darnell Washington watches from the sidelines after sustaining an injury against Ohio State Buckeyes in the third quarter. Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Georgia won’t be able to replace Darnell Washington’s combination of size, speed, and selflessness. In the Peach Bowl, Washington was able to give the Dawgs a taste of life.
Washington is a formidable blocker for Georgia. Washington was also a difficult opponent in the passing game. The 6-foot-7, 269-pound tight end caught 28 passes to gain 454 yards and two touchdowns by Washington in 2022.
What Georgia tight ends are included in the transfer portal
Arik Gilbert, a Georgia receiver, entered the transfer portal on December. (AP Photo/Brett Davis)
Georgia tight ends Arik Gilbert, Ryland Goede?, and Brett Seither All of them are already in the transfer portal.
Next season Kirby Smart and Georgia will sign four-star tight end signees Lawson Luckie or Pearce Spurlin. Georgia is also looking for five-star tightend Duce Robinson.
Darnell Washington will be drafted to where?
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Darnell Washington’s combination of size, speed, and experience makes him an ideal NFL tight end. Washington is an excellent blocker and should do well at the 2023 NFL Combine.
The ex-five-star recruit is projected as the No. 26 pick in 2023 NFL draft Draft Wire. Draft Wire predicts Darnell Washington will be selected by the Cincinnati Bengals.
There are some needs on defense, but Cincy’s entire tight end room is basically headed for free agency. Even if Hayden Hurst returns, he’ll be 30 before next season, and was banged up for much of this season. A weapon with Washington’s rare combination of size and athleticism would be extremely dangerous in this offense.