Player comparison

KJ Bolden

Dean Kindig

5 solos, 1 asst in Bills-scouted game vs 'Bama. Starks' replacement immediately impacted Georgia's defense as a 2024 true freshman, All-SEC honors in 2025. Noted for his range, high football IQ, trigger. Covers so much ground, and an exceptional open field tackler. Sparks: "Despite an undersized frame, he's a true center‑fielder with excellent ball skills in both man and zone, consistently playing bigger than he measures. He diagnoses routes early, triggers with confidence, and has that rare ability to stay calm and track the ball like a wideout. Whether he's matching vertically, squeezing space from depth, or baiting throws from the post, Bolden's instincts and finishing ability make him one of the most complete playmakers in the country."

Boo Carter

Dean Kindig

Carter began his career with the Tennessee Volunteers. As a true freshman in 2024, he earned SEC All-Freshman Team honors after leading the conference with a stellar 16.5-yard punt return average and starting the final five games of the regular season at the STAR position. Following a disciplinary issue where he failed to show up for a November 2025 homecoming game against New Mexico State, head coach Josh Heupel dismissed Carter from the Tennessee Volunteers. Carter subsequently announced on social media that he was dealing with an injury and intended to enter the transfer portal. Carter's two-way playing capabilities fit into his new team.