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Jackets pick up portal commitment from veteran CB Duclona
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- Georgia Tech lands USF cornerback Jonas Duclona from the transfer portal, adding veteran experience to the secondary for 2026.
- Duclona posted 581 snaps in 2025 with a 79.2 coverage and 74.6 overall PFF grade, plus 35 tackles and an interception.
- Coach Brent Key and Tech view Duclona as a versatile addition who can contribute immediately in the secondary.
- Tech also added Tim Griffin in the portal, returning home after a year with Cincinnati to bolster the defensive line.
- Duclona is rated as one of the top transfer cornerbacks available, adding a high-impact option for Georgia Tech.
- Georgia Tech continues heavy portal activity, signaling a broader effort to revamp the roster for 2026.
- Duclona brings experience from Wisconsin and USF before transferring to Georgia Tech.
- The commitment marks the Jackets' 16th transfer in the portal cycle, highlighting a deliberate rebuild of the secondary.
- Duclona’s move was reported by On3’s Hayes Fawcett and referenced by additional outlets, indicating media confirmation.
- The Jackets’ defensive backfield is anticipated to be a strength for 2026 with veteran leadership added.
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