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Instant impact recruit: Georgia Tech

From Deshaun Watson to Dexter Lawrence, teams are winning with true freshmen these days. So, which incoming ACC freshmen will make major contributions for their team in 2017? We’re picking our favorites this week.

Next up, Georgia Tech.

Recruit: Jaquan Henderson, No. 23 outside linebacker

Stars: Four

Why he’ll make an impact: Georgia Tech went heavy on defense with this year’s signing class. Eight of its top 11 rated signees, according to ESPN, are on that side of the ball, with Henderson serving as one of the highlights.