Miami Flips Five-Star Georgia Cornerback Commit, Continues to Bolster 2027 Class
Flipmas came early this year.
Five-star cornerback prospect Donte Wright Jr. just flipped his commitment from the Georgia Bulldogs to the Miami Hurricanes. The Long Beach Poly standout is ranked 10th in the country overall and second at his position nationally.
Wright is the first five-star player to commit to the Hurricanes in the 2027 class, and makes 11 total signees for the group overall, according to 247 Sports. He is also ranked as the best player in the entire state of California at this time.
Wright's flip comes after Miami's defensive physicality carried it to a national championship appearance last season, and with head coach Mario Cristobal maintaining a steady tune and tone into the offseason, the Hurricanes' physical reputation is starting to take an even greater hold on the recruiting trail.
Wright totaled 7 pass break-ups last season at Long Beach Poly and forced one fumble. The Jackrabbits finished 5-5 last season, but were 5-1 in their own league, good enough for a second-place finish. Wright joins Hollywood (FL) safety Jaylyn Jones as the only true defensive backfield weapons of the 2027 recruiting class thus far.
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This story was originally published May 9, 2026 at 4:45 PM.