GPB's Make That Kid an Offer is a segment featured during the Football Fridays in Georgia halftime show that highlights under-the-radar Georgia high school football players who excel on the field and in the classroom but may be overlooked in college recruiting, aiming to boost their visibility and help them secure scholarship offers. This podcast episode highlights just a few of the student-athletes who have signed scholarships after being featured on MTKAO. 

Football Fridays in Georgia Podcast Make That Kid An Offer Special

 

In this Make That Kid an Offer edition of the Football Fridays in Georgia podcast, hosts Jon and Hannah catch up with coaches from Northeast Macon and Fannin County to spotlight under-the-radar talent and celebrate the impact of the show’s recruiting segment.

Coach Jeremy Wiggins of Northeast Macon reflects on his team’s state finals run, shares what it meant to the community, and highlights star linebacker Santana Balkcom, who recently signed with Fort Valley State just two weeks before his family lost their home in a fire. Coach Wiggins also shares how the community rallied to support the Balcoms and discusses rising players to watch this fall.

Then, Coach Chad Cheatham from Fannin County joins to share how last year’s Make That Kid an Offer segment helped multiple athletes secure scholarships, including standout Cooper Born, who set a school record for tackles and is headed to Shorter University. Coach Cheatham emphasizes the lasting impact of visibility for student-athletes from smaller schools.

The episode is packed with updates, heartfelt moments, and a preview of promising prospects for the 2025 season.