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East Lincoln 5-star recruit Jaxon Dollar commits to Georgia football, Kirby Smart
TL;DR
Five-star recruit Jaxon Dollar has committed to Georgia football, choosing the Bulldogs over numerous top programs. He is ranked as the No. 2 tight end and No. 32 overall player in the Class of 2027.
Key points
- Jaxon Dollar commits to Georgia football
- Ranked No. 2 tight end and No. 32 overall player in Class of 2027
- Competed against top programs like Alabama and Clemson
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Following a whirlwind recruitment process, East Lincoln football standout Jaxon Dollar has chosen where he plans to spend his college years.
A five-star prospect, and North Carolina’s top recruit, announced his commitment to Georgia on April 30.
Dollar is ranked as the No. 2 tight end and the country’s No. 32 overall player in the Class of 2027, according to 247Sports. He selected Georgia over a who’s who of powerhouse programs, among them Alabama, Auburn, Clemson, Florida, LSU, Miami (Florida), Michigan, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Ole Miss, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas and Texas A&M, among others. NC State and North Carolina were also among those in the running for Dollar’s services.
A 6-foot-5, 222-pound athlete, his recruitment took off following a 2025 campaign in which he caught 54 passes for 1,190 yards and 20 touchdowns. East Lincoln finished with a 10-2 record, advancing to the NCHSAA 5A West playoffs where it fell to eventual state champion Crest.
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Crest football hosted an NCHSAA 5A West third round playoff game at Sid Bryson Stadium in Boiling Springs against East Lincoln. The Chargers won 31-14 to advance to next week's regional semifinal.
Q&A
What schools were competing for Jaxon Dollar's commitment?
Jaxon Dollar received offers from several powerhouse programs including Alabama, Clemson, Florida, and Ohio State, among others.
What are Jaxon Dollar's stats from his high school season?
In the 2025 season, Jaxon Dollar caught 54 passes for 1,190 yards and scored 20 touchdowns.
Why is Jaxon Dollar considered a top recruit in North Carolina?
Jaxon Dollar is ranked as North Carolina's top recruit and is a five-star prospect due to his impressive performance and skills as a tight end.
