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Georgia Bulldogs: Monday Morning Recap

By Alistair Penny

Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs red team running back Elijah Holyfield (13) is tackled by black team linebacker D'Andre Walker (15) and defensive back Deangelo Gibbs (8) during the second half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Red defeated Black 25-22. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs red team running back Elijah Holyfield (13) is tackled by black team linebacker D'Andre Walker (15) and defensive back Deangelo Gibbs (8) during the second half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Red defeated Black 25-22. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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Isaiah McKenzie going to Denver:

Nov 19, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (16) returns a punt for a touchdown against the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Louisiana-Lafayette 35-21. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie (16) returns a punt for a touchdown against the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Louisiana-Lafayette 35-21. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

As expected, Isaiah McKenzie was the only Georgia Bulldog drafted in the 2017 class. He was selected in the 5th round by the Denver Broncos with the 172nd overall pick. McKenzie should fit in really well in that organisation. It’s a place that is still trying to find its quarter back, but one that has traditionally made the most of small quick receivers.

Wes Welker and Emanuel Sanders have both thrived since John Elway took over although that was with Payton Manning under center. McKenzie brings something all teams covet, speed. He will have a chance there to compete for the slot position and in the return game.

With so little senior talent in this UGA class, it’s hardly surprising Georgia only had 1 player taken. McKenzie was the only Junior who declared so his sole presence was expected. Many commentators are making fun of UGA because Western Georgia had 2 players drafted when UGA only had 1. Whether those same commentators are still laughing next year is another matter.

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