One of the top prospects in the country gave Kirby Smart a nice present on Christmas by committing to the University of Georgia.

Four-star Breon Dixon (Suwanee, Ga./Peachtree Ridge) added his name to the Bulldogs' commitment list Friday evening.

Proud to announce that I'll be continuing my career at The University of Georgia #GoDawgs #MerryChristmas #Dab pic.twitter.com/KTwQf6v6SJ — Breon (@Breondixon_4) December 25, 2015



"It feels great to be committed to Georgia," Dixon said. "It means a lot to have an opportunity to play in front of a crowd like Georgia's, at home, where my mom and family can come see me play," Dixon said. "I want to play for championships, and Kirby is bringing that attitude to Athens.

Dixon got the offer from Smart two weeks ago and decided today was the day to announce his commitment.

"I just felt like it was a good time," Dixon said. "I told Kirby I got him a Christmas present."

Breon Dixon ILB | 6-0 | 216 Peachtree Ridge (Suwanee, GA) Class of 17 247Sports Composite 0.9235 Natl 193 Pos 12 State28 50%

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During his visit to Athens, Dixon realized Georgia was the place for him.

"I felt like it was home," Dixon said. "The feeling I got from the coaches is that Georgia is going to be the right spot for me to be successful. What Kirby plans to do with me really got me."

Dixon had 42 tackles, 16.5 tackles for loss, six sacks, four interceptions, two interception returns for a touchdown, two fumble recoveries, and a safety forced his junior season. At 6-foot, 215 pounds, Dixon was described by Smart as a football player, someone who might not have a specific position but will be depended on to just make plays on the field wherever he lines up. Dixon says Smart's vision for him is what really sold him on playing for the Bulldogs.

"I see myself being utilized just like Deone Bucannon is for the Arizona Cardinals," Dixon said. "I see myself as that type of player - someone who can be on the field at all times - running downs, passing downs, whatever - just being versatile and able to make plays as the glue that binds the front seven and the secondary."

Dixon and five-star teammate Deangelo Gibbs are close, and they have hinted that they have a close relationship with U.S. Army Bowl Director Erik Richards, whose kids also go to school with them. Dixon acknowledged that he is working on having Gibbs join him in college.

"Already in progress," Dixon said. "My pitch to him is 'we are going to bring a national championship home to Georgia while getting a great education along the way.' Like a lot of players, he likes Smart being at Georgia."

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