Georgia has opened its season by announcing a late addition to its 2017 signing class.
Ahkil Crumpton has officially joined the Bulldogs roster, as head coach Kirby Smart confirmed to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Monday.
“We think that he upgrades our roster. He helps us,” Smart told the paper.
Georgia only secured Crumpton’s commitment on Thursday, as Smart said Georgia scoured the country for a player who can return kicks.
A Philadelphia native, Crumpton spent last season at Los Angeles Valley College.
“He’s fast. He’s special,” LAVC head coach Mike White said of the 5-foot-8, 160-pound player. “The fans will love him too. He’s a great kid. He’s got an awesome personality. He’s humble too.”
Reggie Davis handled kick returns for the Bulldogs last season; he graduated after averaging 21.1 yards on 23 returns.