Colbie Young Returns to Georgia Bulldogs After Plea Deal

Colbie Young, a wide receiver for the Georgia Bulldogs, is back practicing with the team after resolving legal issues stemming from an October arrest for domestic assault charges, which resulted in a nine-game suspension last season. Young entered a plea deal, receiving probation and having his charges reduced, with the victim retracting her initial statement. His eligibility, initially complicated by his transfer history, has been clarified following a new NCAA ruling that does not count junior college years against eligibility, allowing Young to potentially play another season. Georgia head coach Kirby Smart confirmed Young's return but did not specify if he will participate in the first game of the 2025 season. Young's presence adds depth to Georgia's wide receiver lineup, which has benefited from other talented transfers like Noah Thomas and Zachariah Branch. Young's previous college career includes productive seasons at Miami and Lackawanna College.