Georgia Linebacker Wants to Visit Following Maryland Offer
George linebacker Devon Irving added his first Big Ten offer on Wednesday when inside linebackers coach George Helow pulled the trigger in the first phone conversation between the two. The 6-foot-1, 190-pound standout out of Hapeville Charter High School has enjoyed the ability to connect with new coaches around the country as the Terps build their recruiting board inside.
“He messaged me on Twitter and sent me his number, told me when I have some time to call me because all I needed was ten minutes so I just called him on the way to practice and we talked, he wanted to offer me at inside linebacker,” Irving told All Terrapins. “He was saying he likes the way I fill the hole and I’m a good downhill linebacker.”
The hard-hitting and instincts have been a common theme for Irving as schools identify Irving as an inside or outside linebacker depending on the scheme. “Schools have said they like the downhill part and that I can cover and play all linebacker positions.” Irving agreed that the fit inside in the Terps’ 3-4 scheme fits but remained confident in his ability to impact the game regardless of position.
“In a 3-4 I feel like I can play all the linebacker spots.” As he and Helow begin building the foundation of their relationship, the Terps join Boston College, Duke, East Carolina and Iowa State early as Irving enjoys the new phase of his recruitment. “So much easier. I probably talk to a new coach every day.”
Wake Forest, Notre Dame, Dartmouth, Coastal Carolina, Memphis and South Carolina have all shown interest since schools began contacting 2022 prospects beginning September 1, but for Irving, he’s embraced the process.
“It’s always been a dream. My dream is to play D1 opportunity, so to get an offer or a coach to look at me at that type of level is just a dream come true.” Irving added he is looking to visit Boston College, East Carolina, Iowa State and Maryland once visits resume as he takes a deeper dive into each program’s culture.
“I’m a real big person on atmosphere. If I feel the atmosphere, I can give you 110% and everything I got. My biggest thing is when COVID lifts, I want to see how they carry themselves up at the school.”
