WR Chris Conley penned a heartfelt letter to Georgia fans
Chris Conley finished his Georgia career as one of the most well-liked players in the program and he decided to reciprocate the affection.
Conley penned a letter to Georgia fans and coaches in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution this week, expressing his gratitude for the support he received during his time as Bulldog.
The letter, which can be read in its entirety on the AJC website, talked about how Georgia was Conley’s first offer and how that gave him confidence he could be a football player at the collegiate level. It also thanked coach Mark Richt for turning him into not only a good football player, but also a good man.
My current transition into the real world has been surreal and abrupt in some instances. I am adjusting to not being in the locker room around the boys or going to the same workouts. I will forever be indebted to Georgia for the work ethic and attitude that was sharpened during my time in Athens. I will always be a part of the Dawg Nation and always hope to represent the “G” with pride. I may be in a different city or state in the coming months but a part of my heart will always remain in Athens, between the hedges.
Conley finished his Georgia career with 113 catches for 1,858 yards and 20 touchdowns, which tied him for fourth on Georgia’s all-time receiving list. He also became a budding filmmaker with his homage to George Lucas’ Star Wars.
Conley turned NFL heads during the combine by running the third-fastest 40-yard dash time at 4.35 seconds. He also had a 45-inch vertical jump, which was three inches better than any other receiver, and 11-foot-7 broad jump that was seven inches better than any other receiver. He set combine records for both the vertical jump and the broad jump.
But more than anything, Conley was just one of the good guys. He excelled as a student, was a model off the field and left the program as one of its stars.
In my brief time in Athens, I hope I have inspired someone to chase his dreams, to work a little harder or dream a little bigger. If my example has reached just one person and encouraged him to be better, I have accomplished so much more than I deserve.
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