Georgia Football 2011: The 5 Best and Worst Offseason Developments

The offseason for college football is long.

From the beginning of January until the end of August, there are always going to be situations that will help and hurt a team before the new season begins.

For Georgia, it's no different, as they have been through the good times and the bad times when it comes to offseason developments. How will these developments affect them as they try to get back in the SEC title race?

Here are the five best and five worst offseason developments for the Bulldogs.

Best Offseason Development No.1: Signing John Jenkins

The Bulldogs had a stellar recruiting class, and some would say the signing of Isaiah Crowell was huge for Georgia. But signing nose tackle John Jenkins was essential because the Bulldogs now have a guy that can clog up the middle of the line to free the linebackers.

Best Offeason Development No. 2: Signing Isaiah Crowell

It's not so much about finding a running back that can make an immediate impact, signing Crowell was big because it provided a spark for a team that needed it.

Will he play right away? Odds point to yes. Will he make an impact right away? If he puts in the time and is able to learn the offense quickly, then that is also a yes.

Best Offseason Development No. 3: Brandon Boykin Retruning

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ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 1: Cornerback Brandon Boykin #20 of the University of Georgia warms up for play against the Michigan State Spartans at the 2009 Capital One Bowl at the Citrus Bowl on January 1, 2009 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/G

Brandon Boykin is not only the team's best corner, he is an elite return specialist. And if the Bulldogs are going to go anywhere this year, Boykin has to be on top of his game.

If he has a great season, his draft stock will go through the roof.

Best Offseason Development No. 4: Alec Ogletree Moving Positions

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 30: Chris Rainey #3 of the Florida Gators is sent out of bounds by Alec Ogletree #9 of the Georgia Bulldogs during the game at EverBank Field on October 30, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

Alec Ogletree was a great safety when he was at Newnan High School, which is located in Newnan, Ga. But because if his athletic ability and his hard-hits, the coaches decided to move Ogletree to inside linebacker in order for him to make more plays.

Some people have said Ogletree is comparable to former Alabama linebacker Rolando McClain, who made plays all over the field for the Tide in their 3-4 defense two years ago.

Best Offseason Development No. 5: Mark Richt Getting Fired Up

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NEW ORLEANS - JANUARY 01: Head coach Mark Richt of the Georgia Bulldogs talks with officials against the Hawai'i Warriors during the Allstate Sugar Bowl at the Louisiana Superdome on January 1, 2008 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Ge

There's only so much one man can take.

That was the case for Richt, who apparently yelled at a fan at the Macon Bulldog Club Meeting back in April. The one thing that got the fans excited was when he said "I know what the hell I'm doing," to the fan who was complaining about the run game and offensive coordinator Mike Bobo.

It's something you don't see from Richt everyday, so when it happens, it's going to make the headlines.

Worst Offseason Develpoment No. 1: Washaun Ealely Transfering

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ATHENS, GA - NOVEMBER 27: Washaun Ealey #3 of the Georgia Bulldogs follows his blockers against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Sanford Stadium on November 27, 2010 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

When Washaun Ealey first stepped on the UGA campus back in 2009, many thought he would be the next big running back for the Bulldogs. But due to off-the field issues and being inconsistent on the field, Ealey decided to take his talents to Jacksonville State.

Only time will tell if he will get back on track.

Worst Offseason Development No. 2: Trinton Sturdivant Injured Again

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ATHENS, GA - SEPTEMBER 29: Tackle Trinton Sturdivant #77 of the Georgia Bulldogs sets to block against the Mississippi Rebels at Sanford Stadium on September 29, 2007 in Athens, Georgia. Georgia won 45 - 17. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

The offensive line has had its share of issues this past year, but just when you thought it was going to get better, Trinton Sturdivant goes down with another injury and will miss all of the 2011 season.

This is Sturdivant's third major injury in his college career, and there's a chance we may never see him play for the Bulldogs again.

Worst Offseason Development No. 3: A..J. Green Going Pro

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NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 28: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell poses for a photo with A.J. Green, #4 overall pick by the Cincinnati Bengals, as Green holds up a jersey during the 2011 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall on April 28, 2011 in New York City. (Phot

A.J. Green was expected to enter the NFL Draft because he was projected to be a top 10 pick. But it would have been nice to see Green play his senior year, especially with Aaron Murray having more experience and the team projected to be much more improved from last year.

Regardless, Green was great at UGA and should have a stellar NFL career.

Worst Offseason Development No. 4: A.J. Harmon Leaves Team

Another blow to the offensive line came early May when A.J. Harmon decided to leave the team due to personal reasons. Harmon was projected to be the starting right tackle for the Bulldogs, but he will now play for another school as he is looking to transfer.

Harmon was signed as a defensive lineman back in 2008 but was moved to the offensive line in the fall of that year.

Worst Offseason Development No. 5: Aaron Murray Injures Ankle

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COLUMBIA, SC - SEPTEMBER 11: Quarterback Aaron Murray #11 of the Georgia Bulldogs throws a pass during the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Williams-Brice Stadium on September 11, 2010 in Columbia, South Carolina. The Gamecocks beat the Bull

When a star quarterback goes down with an injury, it's never a good thing. Luckily, this was not as big of an injury as it could have been.

Aaron Murray was playing soccer at UGA back in February and sprained his ankle, which was first reported as being broken.

Murray was able to play in the G-Day game and will be ready to go once the season starts, but I think his soccer playing days are over as long he is wearing the red and black.