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James Morgan

Georgia football offers elite athlete, NFL legacy

Georgia NFL Eugene Wilson III Alabama Eugene Wilson

Eugene Wilson III is a member of the class of 2023. Wilson III has recently received big time offers from Georgia and Alabama. He is ranked as a three-star athlete, but is on the rise.

Wilson III is the son of longtime NFL defensive back, Eugene Wilson II, who won a couple of Super Bowls with the New England Patriots. Wilson II played in the NFL from 2003-2010 after dominating at the college level with Illinois.

Former New England Patriots defensive back Eugene Wilson (26) recovers a fumble during Super Bowl XXXIX. USA TODAY Sports

Eugene Wilson III will create a name for himself thanks to his speed and versatility. Wilson III runs track for Gaither High School in Tampa, Florida, in addition to playing football. Wilson III plays wide receiver and defensive back for Gaither.

The 5-foot-10, 170-pound athlete has offers from Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, West Virginia, Ole Miss, Penn State, and many more. Wilson III put up some impressive numbers as a junior last season:

Georgia wide receiver coach Bryan McClendon is involved in Wilson III’s recruitment. Wilson III announced his scholarship offer from Georgia via Twitter:

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