The Legacy of Georgia Bulldogs DB Eric Stokes: From 3-star to Possible 1st-Round Pick

The next time someone says, “Kirby Smart can’t develop”, make sure to laugh and share with them the Eric Stokes story. Well, his and many more. But right now, we’re focusing on Stokes.

The three-star defender from Eastside (GA) was offered by Georgia late in the recruiting process on November 1^st of 2016. Ranked as the No.65 player in the state at the time, Stokes was a raw cornerback prospect with elite track speed.