Rivals250 OL Xavier Truss commits to Georgia

Rivals250 offensive lineman Xavier Truss just finished up visits to Alabama and Auburn but a final visit to Georgia was enough to put the Dawgs on top for good. The Warwick (R.I.) Bishop Hendricken School star announced his commitment on Father's Day.

IN HIS MOTHER'S WORDS...

"I think it was the whole atmosphere and balance between the family friendly people, the staff, and the education part of it," said Truss' mother Gina. "We just really felt at home.

"I think that the most important part of it was that this was in the best interest of Xavier," she said. "The educational part of this is was the main priority. While he is there for football it is most important that he gets a great education. Those were the most important things for me as a parent. He will major in business.

"The coaches did say he would most likely play tackle, probably left tackle," she said. "Obviously he will have to earn the spot but that where they are looking for him. I think they want to wait and see where he is at when he gets there before talking about redshirting."

RIVALS' REACTION...

Truss is a massive offensive tackle that could play on the left or right side. He is a devastating run blocker that plays with leverage and can get to the second level to land key blocks. As a pass blocker, Truss uses his strong punch to knock defensive linemen off balance he is quick enough to prevent speed rushes to the outside. The strength and conditioning program at Georgia will help Truss improve his agility so that inside counter moves by defensive linemen don't give him so much trouble.