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SEC Football: 10 true freshmen who’ll have instant impact in 2017

By Erich Hilkert

Apr 22, 2017; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Najee Harris (22) is hit by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Mack Wilson (30) during the A-day game at Bryant Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 22, 2017; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Najee Harris (22) is hit by Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Mack Wilson (30) during the A-day game at Bryant Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart reacts on the field during the second half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Red defeated Black 25-22. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 22, 2017; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart reacts on the field during the second half during the Georgia Spring Game at Sanford Stadium. Red defeated Black 25-22. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

Isaiah Wilson was the top prospect in a strong recruiting class for Georgia. Georgia’s biggest weakness by far is the offensive line, so there is a strong chance he will compete for a starting offensive tackle role.

Wilson is a five-star prospect standing 6-foot-7 and weighing 350 pounds. For his size, Wilson moves well.

He is known for playing with a mean streak, although he will need to work on hand placement at the college level. At the Under Armour All-America game, where Wilson played against other top prospects, he still managed to stand out as one of the best offensive linemen.

Senior Isaiah Wynn should earn a starting role at left tackle, but Wilson has a good chance to win the starting right tackle position and strengthen the Georgia offensive line. Junior college transfer D’Marcus Hayes will compete with Wilson and Wynn for a starting role at tackle.

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