Chad Clay dismissed from team

Early enrollee defensive backChad Clay has been dismissed from the Georgia football team according to a release by the University.

Clay, formerly of Peachtree Ridge High School, was arrested for the second time in three months on Wednesday evening, this time for misdemeanor "theft by taking."

He was booked into the Clarke County Jail at 6:04 p.m. ET and later relaesed at 7:17 p.m. on a $1,500 bond

Clay and Georgia defensive linemen Julian Rochester, his roommate, were previously arrested on April 12 for felony possession of a weapon in a school zone, along with a second degree charge of criminal damage. The two freshmen were found to be in possession of a BB gun which they had used to damage a dorm room refrigerator among other property.

“Unfortunately, Chad will no longer be a part of our football program” said head coach Kirby Smart. “It is very disappointing, and we wish him the best in his efforts to continue his education.”

Clay entered Georgia as a three-star cornerback prospect.