3 main landing points for four -star elite DL Valdin Sone in the 2026 -foot class of Kirby Smart's Georgia

The four -star defensive line, Valdin Sone, is still one of the most important players in the 2026 class. The prominent Blue Ridge School (Dyke, Virginia) will announce his university commitment on Friday between Auburn, Florida, Georgia and Nebraska.

In an interview with 247Sports in May, Sone explained what factors influence his decision. Said:

“My ultimate goal is to get to the NFL, so having this movie playing different positions makes me more valuable. Having this movie and having this record playing multiple positions in the defensive line.”

Sone is the defensive line number 15 of class 2026 and recruitment number 4 in Virginia, according to the rankings of the rivals industry. It originally belonged to the class of 2027, but was reclassified until 2026. Let's see which three programs have the best advantage to achieve sonne hiring.

The three best schools seeking Valdin Sone's commitment

3. Nebraska

Nebraska offered Valdin Sone on January 16 and the coach of the defensive line Terry Bradden manages this recruitment. A sonte caliber player is mandatory for Nebraska's 2026 class, which has 12 committed players. Its commitment is important as Huskers do not have a defensive commitment in the cycle.

2. Florida

Florida expanded an offer to Sone in March 2024 and has since visited the Billy Napier program eight times. He has already linked to the coach of the defensive line Gerald Chatman and the defensive line assistant Jeremy Patterson.

Napier has also been doing his part in this contract.

“I and Billy Napier have an incredible relationship,” Sone said Cat Online in the spring. “Actually came to my school and things.”

Florida was previously considered the favorite of the recruiting machine of On3 (RPM), but the possibilities of the Gators have dropped in recent months. However, surprises are always possible in hiring.

Florida has 18 players engaged in the class of 2026, including two defensive links to Jareylan McCoy and Kendall Guervil.

1. Georgia

Valdin Sone made his official visit to Georgia in early June and has been a main objective for the Bulldogs since then. According to rivals, Georgia has 95.6% likely to attend to its commitment. On Wednesday, Analysts Chad Simmons and Steve Wiltfong predicted that Sone will choose the Kirby Smart program.

Georgia has four defensive liners committed in seven clouds, Carter Luckie, PJ Dean and Preston Carey.