Georgia Football Reacts to Big Brock Bowers News on Friday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Max Escarpio | Last updated May 9, 2025 7:35 PM ET

Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs have been at the top of the college football scene for the past several seasons.

Smart led Georgia to the College Football Playoff last season, having previously helped the Bulldogs football program win the national title in 2021 and 2022.

During his time as the head coach of the Bulldogs, Smart has fielded some of best talent college football has seen in years.

One of the top players who recently went through the football program is current Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers.

After his rookie season in the NFL, Bowers went back to Georgia for graduation.

Georgia then responded to the news, sharing a "big" message about Bowers.

"Another big moment for @brockbowers17" posted the official social media account of the Georgia Bulldogs football team.

Another big moment for @brockbowers17!! #GoDawgs | #DawgsInTheNFL pic.twitter.com/za0iHtcNM2
— Georgia Football (@GeorgiaFootball) May 9, 2025

Bowers spent three seasons with the Georgia Bulldogs at the collegiate level, from 2021 to 2023. He helped Georgia win two national titles and one SEC title during his time with the Bulldogs.

During his final season with the Bulldogs, Bowers posted six touchdowns and 714 yards on 56 receptions.

After a productive career at Georgia, Bowers went on to be drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

During his rookie season with the Las Vegas Raiders, Bowers recorded five touchdowns and 1,194 yards on 112 receptions.

He ranked No. 3 in receptions among tight ends, establishing himself as one of the best players at his position early in his NFL career.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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