Finally, there’s some positive personnel news for the Georgia Tech football program.
Following rumors of his future at Notre Dame, Derrik Allen confirmed nearly two weeks ago that he would be leaving the Fighting Irish and transferring to the Yellow Jackets. In a press release Thursday morning, Tech confirmed that the defensive back has enrolled in classes and has been added to the team’s roster.
Not surprisingly, the school also confirmed that Allen will have to sit out the 2019 season because of NCAA transfer regulations. Beginning with 2020, he’ll have three seasons of eligibility to use.
“We’re excited to welcome Derrik home to Atlanta and into our organization,” head coach Geoff Collins said in a statement. “He’s a great addition to our football program, both on and off the field, and our campus community.”
A four-star member of Notre Dame’s 2018 recruiting class, Allen was rated as the No. 9 safety in the country and the No. 14 player at any position in the state of Georgia. He didn’t see the field as a true freshman and took a redshirt.
