The University of Georgia, a titan of college football, has long maintained a reputation for churning out elite tight ends. From the NFL-bound Brock Bowers to legends of yesteryear, the Bulldogs have built a tight end tradition that’s as formidable as the hedges guarding Sanford Stadium. But with Bowers now wearing a pro jersey and the future wide open, the question echoing across Dawg Nation is clear: Who does Georgia want at tight end now?
In 2025, Georgia’s eyes are laser-focused on one name: Cameron “Tank” Whitmore, a 6-foot-6, 245-pound force of nature out of Buford, Georgia. Tank isn’t just a nickname—it’s a warning. Defensive coordinators dread his name; safeties whisper it with caution. Built like a power forward and running like a sprinter, Whitmore is a generational talent who has scouts comparing him to a blend of Kyle Pitts and Rob Gronkowski. His hands are magnets, his route-running is art, and his blocking? Brutal, effective, and personal.
Kirby Smart, Georgia’s ever-calculated head coach, is pulling out all the stops. The recruitment of Whitmore has become a top-priority mission. Georgia’s offensive coordinator, Todd Monken, has already sketched plays around the tight end spot for the 2026 playbook, all assuming Tank signs. They’ve brought in alumni, video montages, private meetings with Bulldogs stars, and family-centric pitch meetings. Georgia’s pitch is simple: “Come be the next legend.”
But it’s not just about Tank. Georgia’s tight end room is already stacked with high-upside talent like sophomore Elijah Jennings, a four-star from Texas who redshirted in 2024 and has been bulking up and sharpening his technique. Then there’s Caleb Foster, a true freshman with shocking vertical leap and raw blocking potential, already turning heads in spring practice.
Still, Whitmore represents more than just a five-star recruit. He’s the future. Georgia doesn’t just want a tight end—they want the tight end. They want the next face of a dynasty that refuses to fade. And with Alabama, Ohio State, and USC hot on Whitmore’s trail, every move matters.
Georgia’s offense is evolving. With the game leaning more toward hybrid players who can shift from the line into the slot with ease, Georgia wants a player who forces mismatches on every down. Whitmore is that player. His ability to line up wide, chip the edge, or pancake a linebacker makes him a Swiss Army knife in shoulder pads. And in Athens, they have a throne ready for him.
The question isn’t just who Georgia wants at tight end. It’s who fits the crown? The answer is Tank Whitmore—and Georgia’s making sure he knows it.
