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Georgia offers 4-star QB Jake Merklinger

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Jake Merklinger
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Savannah (Ga.) Calvary Day School four-star quarterback Jake Merklinger received an offer from Georgia on Monday night. He announced the news over social media.

Merklinger is the No. 97 overall prospect and No. 8 quarterback in the 2024 cycle, according to the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He is also the No. 17 player in Georgia. 

On3 rates Merklinger higher than other recruiting services, according to the Industry Comparison. Per the 2024 On300, he is the No. 63 overall prospect, No. 5 quarterback and No. 8 player in Georgia.

The 6-foot-2.5, 190-pound signal-caller currently holds 25 offers. He has visited the Bulldogs four times, most recently on Nov. 5.

Merklinger is eyeing the spring as a crucial period in his recruitment.

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“I’d like to take my officials around that time,” Merklinger told On3’s Chad Simmons on Sept. 26. “Hopefully, I can make a decision during the spring. If something does permit where I have to back it up, I said I probably won’t commit early, but if I just feel like it’s the right time, I might do it earlier. But I imagine it’ll be during the spring.”

Georgia already has a commitment from Avon (Conn.) Avon Old Farms four-star quarterback Ryan Puglisi in its 2024 recruiting class. The Bulldogs are also recruiting Chandler (Ariz.) Five-Star Plus+ quarterback Dylan Raiola.

According to the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine, Tennessee is leading for Merklinger’s commitment at 36.6%.

Jake Merklinger On3 Scouting Summary

The following is the On3 Scouting Summary for Jake Merklinger:

“Accurate, mobile passer with a strong feel for the game early on in his high school career. Among the more accurate top quarterbacks in the 2024 cycle, completing over 70 percent of his passes as a sophomore. Comfortable navigating the pocket. Sees the field well, finding open receivers while under pressure. Shows the ability to quickly react and escape from pass rushers. 

“Functional mobility both in and out of the pocket is among the best among top 2024 quarterbacks at this juncture. Can pick up chunks of yards with his legs on designed runs and scrambles. Has shown a good arm to this point, but can continue improving his velocity as he gets stronger, in addition to tightening his release. A multi-sport athlete who also plays basketball and lacrosse.”