Ten Georgia Bulldogs Poised to Define 2025 Season as Fall Camp Begins and Championship Expectations Rise Once Again in Athens
As fall camp begins in Athens, the Georgia Bulldogs are once again under the national spotlight, with championship expectations firmly in place. Under Kirby Smart, Georgia has built one of the most complete and dominant programs in college football. The Bulldogs don’t rebuild—they reload—and this year’s roster is stacked with talent, experience, and a few intriguing newcomers ready to make their mark.
But amid the depth and five-star pedigree scattered across the roster, there are always a few names that emerge as focal points during fall camp. Whether they’re established veterans, young stars, or newcomers battling for starting spots, these are the players fans, coaches, and media alike will be talking about as Georgia prepares for the 2025 season.
The quarterback competition is, naturally, the first major point of discussion. With Carson Beck now in the NFL, Georgia enters fall camp without a clear-cut starter under center for the first time in years. All eyes will be on Gunner Stockton, the redshirt sophomore who’s been patiently waiting for his opportunity. Stockton has the benefit of experience in Mike Bobo’s system, and he’s shown steady development in practice and limited game action. However, consistency, decision-making, and leadership will be under the microscope from the first snap of camp.
Pushing him will be Ryan Puglisi and Dylan Raiola. Puglisi, a redshirt freshman, has the arm strength and athleticism to compete, but Raiola is the name everyone is watching. The former five-star recruit and one-time Ohio State commit brings a rare combination of physical tools and football IQ. Despite being just a true freshman, Raiola has already generated significant buzz since enrolling early and turning heads during spring practice. If he flashes command and poise during fall camp, the quarterback battle could stretch well into August.
Another major name to watch is Mykel Williams, the junior defensive end who has steadily developed into one of the most disruptive pass rushers in the country. Williams has the size, speed, and motor to dominate in both the run and pass game. With a full offseason of development and a leadership role now within reach, this could be the year Williams cements himself as a top NFL prospect and a cornerstone of Georgia’s defensive front.
Joining Williams on the defensive side is Malaki Starks, the elite junior safety who’s already earned All-American consideration. Starks has been a difference-maker since his freshman season, with instincts and athleticism that allow him to cover ground in the secondary like few others. With another year of experience, he’s now the vocal and emotional leader of Georgia’s defense. His presence in the back end will be critical as Georgia integrates some new faces into the secondary.
On offense, Oscar Delp steps into the spotlight as Georgia’s next great tight end. With Brock Bowers off to the NFL, Delp inherits the position that has become a signature weapon in Georgia’s offense. At 6-foot-5 and over 240 pounds, Delp offers a similar blend of size, athleticism, and route-running ability. He’s no longer the understudy. Fall camp is his opportunity to solidify his chemistry with the new quarterback and embrace the responsibility of being a primary option in the passing game.
In the wide receiver room, Dillon Bell is a name to circle. Bell has shown flashes of brilliance throughout his career, lining up at multiple positions and proving to be a versatile weapon in Bobo’s offense. As one of the more experienced receivers on the roster, Bell will be looked to for leadership and production. His ability to stretch the field and create after the catch gives Georgia a dynamic edge they’ll need as the new quarterback settles in.
On the offensive line, Earnest Greene III returns as an anchor at left tackle. Greene took major steps forward in 2024, and his continued development is crucial to the Bulldogs’ success in 2025. Protecting the blind side of an inexperienced quarterback is no small task, and Greene’s performance in camp will be a strong indicator of how cohesive the offensive line unit is shaping up to be.
Another rising name in the trenches is sophomore defensive tackle Jordan Hall. After flashing raw power and quickness as a freshman, Hall is expected to take on a much larger role this season. With Nazir Stackhouse and Zion Logue now gone, there’s a significant opportunity for Hall to step into a starting role and become a disruptive interior force. Fall camp will test his endurance, technique, and consistency as he battles with one of the deepest offensive lines in the country.
The running back position at Georgia always garners attention, but one name poised for a breakout in 2025 is Roderick Robinson II. The sophomore back saw limited touches last year behind Daijun Edwards and Kendall Milton, but his blend of power, vision, and surprising burst has coaches excited. Robinson came into college with a reputation as a bruiser, but he’s slimmed down and refined his game. Fall camp will offer a clear glimpse of how ready he is to carry a heavier load, especially as the Bulldogs look to reestablish their ground-and-pound identity.
Rounding out the list is linebacker Raylen Wilson, one of the most athletic and promising defenders on the team. As a true freshman, Wilson saw action primarily on special teams and in rotational roles, but the flashes were undeniable. He plays fast, hits hard, and has the sideline-to-sideline range that has become a staple of Georgia’s linebacker corps in recent years. With Smael Mondon Jr. and Jamon Dumas-Johnson gone, Wilson is primed to step into a much larger role. The battle for linebacker reps will be fierce in camp, but Wilson’s upside makes him one of the most intriguing storylines to follow.
As Georgia dives into fall practice, these ten players represent more than just individual talent. They are the pieces around which the Bulldogs will build their identity this season. Some are established stars ready to lead; others are budding playmakers preparing to seize their first major opportunity. Together, they form the core of a team that believes it has what it takes to win the SEC and compete for another national championship.
Of course, the focus in fall camp won’t solely rest on the headline names. Georgia’s depth is legendary for a reason. At nearly every position, there are second- and third-string players who would start for most Power Five teams. The competition across the board will be fierce, with every rep evaluated and every mistake corrected in real-time by one of the most demanding coaching staffs in college football.
For Kirby Smart, fall camp is less about hype and more about execution. It’s the time when culture is reinforced, when leadership is earned, and when toughness is tested. While the media and fans discuss which players are standing out or climbing the depth chart, Smart and his staff will be evaluating discipline, conditioning, effort, and mental toughness.
And yet, no matter how team-focused the process is, it’s impossible to ignore the individual storylines that emerge each August. Will Stockton hold off the younger quarterbacks? Will Williams and Starks lead another dominant Georgia defense? Will Delp take the next step in the legacy of elite tight ends? The answers to those questions will begin to unfold in the coming days.
The path to a championship doesn’t begin in September. It begins now—in the Georgia heat, on the practice fields behind Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall, where the next generation of Bulldog greats are forged through sweat, reps, and relentless competition. The Bulldogs are chasing something special again in 2025, and these ten players will be at the center of it all.
