The Georgia Bulldogs got off to a strong start in the class of 2028 when it comes to landing some of the top players in the nation, and after an average class in 2027, the pressure will be on to get back to the top of the rankings.

Georgia is trying to win a championship on the field this season, but off the field, the recruiting efforts are as strong as ever to land the future generation of Bulldogs stars. While there are still a couple of names left still being pursued for 2027 ahead of signing day, the page has largely been turned.

One guy in 2028 who the Bulldogs are pushing hard for just so happens to be pegged for a hated SEC rival right now. As the recruitment of four-star offensive lineman Nation Farmer has continued, Kirby Smart is making up ground on the Tennessee Volunteers according to a report from Rivals this week.

Georgia Closing in On Tennessee for Farmer

"Tennessee established itself as an early favorite, but Georgia has made a significant move in recent weeks," Chad Simmons wrote. "The Bulldogs have increased their pursuit and are building momentum with one of their top offensive line targets."

The Volunteers are always a tough team to recruit against, but the Bulldogs have as strong a history developing offensive tackles as anybody. Farmer is one of the best players in the nation and this is very much going to be a big boy recruitment which takes a lot to lock down.

If Georgia continues its pursuit and can stay on Farmer though, it would not be a surprise to see him wind up committing at some point over the next few months. Simmons reported a visit to Knoxville awaits this week for Farmer as they host Kentucky, but he will return to Athens at the end of the season for the Georgia Tech game.

The battle is close between the two and it will take a lot to land him.

What Kind of Skillset Farmer Will Bring to SEC

Whether it's Georgia or Tennessee, Farmer likely projects as a difference making cornerstone type tackle or guard at the next level. A top-100 player in the entire country, Farmer is a top-10 player in the state of Florida and top-10 lineman in the nation.

Standing at just under 6-foot-5 and already weighing over 300 pounds, he has the kind of frame you cannot teach a player. The Dawgs have not hesitated to play young offensive linemen, something which could work to the benefit of Kirby Smart on the recruiting trail and potentially lure Farmer over.

If Georgia can keep up the push, they could land the next key piece of their future offensive line sometime in the near future.