Tennessee has added a major piece to its recruiting efforts with a commitment from five-star running back David Gabriel Georges. The Chattanooga Baylor standout announced Wednesday that he will join the Volunteers, giving the program a high-profile pledge after a long pursuit.

The commitment stands out because Tennessee had been working on Georges for months. That sustained push paid off when the highly regarded prospect made his college decision in favor of the Vols, delivering what amounts to one of the program’s biggest recruiting wins in this cycle.

Landing a five-star running back is the kind of result that can energize a fan base and strengthen a class. Georges’ decision also gives Tennessee another important boost on the talent front, especially with a player who had drawn significant attention during the process.

For the Vols, the news marks the end of an intense recruitment and the start of a new chapter with one of the state’s top prospects now committed to Knoxville. Tennessee’s persistence ultimately made the difference as David Gabriel Georges chose the Volunteers.