Former Georgia Tech DB Cedric Franklin Announces New School

Cedric Franklin, a former defensive back for Georgia Tech, declared via social media that he has pledged to join the Arkansas State Red Wolves. This player from Georgia Tech and Kell High School will be competing in the Sun Belt Conference during the upcoming season.

Prior to his transfer, Franklin was enjoying a fruitful spring season and kept improving his reputation. During the spring scrimmage, he showcased his skills, contributing significantly to the Yellow Jackets' defensive efforts. In 2024, Franklin was honored with the Defensive Developmental Player Award by the Yellow Jackets.

Here is more on Franklin:

During his time at Kell High School, Franklin became well-known as one of the top cornerbacks in Georgia. Rated as a three-star recruit, he played a significant role in establishing one of the finest groups of defensive backs in the state throughout his high school years.

Below is additional information about his prospects as a high school recruit for the Longhorns.

"Rated as a three-star prospect by Rivals , 247Sports And ESPN… The multi-talented athlete excelled both as a cornerback and a quarterback during high school at Kell High School.… Due to opposing teams often opting not to throw in his direction, Franklin II recorded 61 tackles along with one interception, seven pass deflections, and two forced turnovers across his last two years of high school.… In limited action as a passer, he successfully connected on 11 out of 14 attempts for 229 passing yards (averaging about 20.8 yards per completion) and threw three touchdown passes during his senior year in 2023.… He was recognized as the squad’s Most Improved Player when he was a junior back in 2022.… Over his final two campaigns, he contributed significantly as they guided their team to a solid 19 wins against just four losses overall and maintained an impressive regional standing of eleven victories versus only one defeat.… Under Coach Bobby May’s guidance,… Additionally, he participated in varsity-level basketball…. His cousin, Remy Lazarus, had also pursued athletics playing defensive backs at Georgia State University.... Cedric maintains academic excellence being part of the honor roll... Future plans include studying Business Administration supplemented with minors focusing on Law, Science & Technology (with pre-law emphasis), all at Georgia Institute of Technology.

I am not surprised a Georgia Tech defensive back hit the portal, but as I said above, I am surprised that it was Franklin, especially with his development and growth from when he came into the program.

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