Georgia's top cornerback undergoes ankle surgery, out for spring game

The Georgia Bulldogs are expected to be without star cornerback Ellis Robinson for their spring game. Robinson, according to a report from Dawg Central's Graham Coffey, is out for the G-Day game after suffering a high ankle sprain. The redshirt sophomore cornerback elected to undergo TightRope surgery on his ankle.

In the past, Georgia players like offensive lineman Tate Ratledge and tight end Brock Bowers underwent TightRope surgery to return later in the season. Robinson will look to return in time for the start of Georgia's fall camp. His injury will be something to watch later this summer.

Robinson reportedly suffered his injury on Georgia's practice on Tuesday, which was the same day that edge rusher Amaris Williams suffered a serious knee injury. Williams is expected to miss the entire 2026 season. Robinson will be missed while he is out. He played a critical role in Georgia's 2025 SEC championship win over Alabama.

Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Ellis Robinson IV (1) celebrates after an incomplete pass in the end zone during the fourth quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide

If Robinson misses time, then Georgia's cornerback depth will be tested this season. The Bulldogs are expected to start Robinson, who was named as the nation's defensive freshman of the year in 2025, and at outside cornerback this year. Beyond Robinson and Jones, Georgia has transfer and USC transfer Braylon Conley at cornerback.