January 30, 2025
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After reaching a plea agreement, Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young may now be able to play again.

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Georgia got some interesting news on Wednesday when wide receiver Colbie Young struck a plea deal that could open the door for his return to football in 2025.

Forgoing any evaluation of the legal side of this development, this could certainly be a significant football storyline for UGA. Young was a productive player at Miami in 2022-23, catching 10 touchdowns over two seasons. He also impressed in five games with the Bulldogs before his suspension.

If UGA is willing to bring Young back and if Young wants to return, Georgia would be adding another veteran wide receiver into a mix that also includes two transfers, Zachariah Branch from USC and Noah Thomas from Texas A&M.

That could prove to be valuable experience as Georgia turns to a new starting quarterback this fall.

Young Reaches Plea Deal

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young could return to Georgia next season after reaching a plea deal with the Solicitor’s Office in Athens-Clarke County. Young’s misdemeanor charge of battery was reportedly changed to disorderly conduct, while a charge of misdemeanor assault on an unborn child was dismissed.

The former Miami receiver received 12 months probation, a $500 fine and must complete a family violence intervention program. For more details, including links to the original reports and Kirby Smart’s statement on the topic, check out the DawgNation story below.