In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the college football recruiting world, four-star quarterback Landon Duckworth has officially announced his commitment to the Georgia Bulldogs, turning down offers from top contenders Auburn and North Carolina.
Duckworth, a standout from Jackson High School in Alabama, had long been considered a lean toward Auburn, with North Carolina also making a strong push for the dynamic signal-caller. However, in a social media announcement earlier today, Duckworth revealed that he will be taking his talents to Athens.
> “After long discussions with my family and coaches, I’ve decided to commit to the University of Georgia,” Duckworth said. “It feels like home, and I believe in Coach Smart’s vision for my future both on and off the field.”
The 6-foot-3, 200-pound quarterback is ranked among the top dual-threat QBs in the 2026 class and has drawn comparisons to NFL stars for his arm talent, poise in the pocket, and ability to make plays on the move. His decision to commit to Georgia marks a major recruiting win for head coach Kirby Smart, who continues to stockpile elite talent on both sides of the ball.
Duckworth’s commitment comes as a surprise to many recruiting analysts, who had pegged Auburn as the frontrunner given his Alabama roots and close ties to the Tigers’ staff.
> “This is a game-changer for Georgia,” said 247Sports analyst Brandon Huffman. “Duckworth is a quarterback who can take a program to the next level, and beating out Auburn and UNC for him speaks volumes about what Georgia is building.”
Duckworth becomes the latest blue-chip addition to Georgia’s already impressive 2026 class, and his pledge is expected to have a ripple effect on other top recruits across the country.