With Penn State currently in a travel mode of recruiting, ace recruiter Terry Smith found his way to Georgia to visit one of the nation’s top cornerbacks.
Four-star Class of 2026 prospect Dorian Barney of Carrollton (Carrollton, GA), who is rated as the nation’s No. 15 cornerback prospect by the 247Sports Composite and a Top 20 prospect in the state of Georgia (ranked No. 17), was the destination for Smith.
Smith’s actions reflect Barney’s comments following his unofficial visit to State College on April 12, with Barney saying at the time he was a “big priority to them.”
Barney is listed at 6’1” 180 pound cornerback and had eight interceptions and six pass breakups as a freshman at Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy in McDonough, GA.
Add Nittany Sports Now as a preferred source in Google! Click here to add us.When you look at Barney’s highlights, his ability to patrol the secondary as a smooth mover and flip his hips in coverage confuses quarterbacks and intended receivers alike. Barney has an ability to play in a variety of coverage schemes and ability to close the passing window presents turnover opportunities. Barney’s soft hands and long reach gives him the ability to secure a turnover or defend a pass in the vicinity.
Barney took to X following Smith’s visit saying, “Great home visit with coach appreciate you my guy.”
Penn State is in the running for Barney’s commitment along with Texas A&M, Alabama, Michigan, Georgia, and Georgia Tech. Barney returns to State College for an official visit May 16.
