STATESBORO - The Georgia Southern football program has announced its January enrollees which include 16 transfers. GSEagles.com had a chance to sit down with each of the transfers for a quick Q&A so all of Eagle Nation can get to know their new Eagles. Up next is Deyandre Ruffin, from Allen.

NAME: Deyandre Ruffin
Wide Receiver • 6-2 • 205 • Sixth Year
Savannah, Ga.
New Hampstead HS • Allen

What attracted you to Georgia Southern when you were making a decision to transfer?
I'm from Savannah, so Georgia Southern was the closest the closest program to home and that played a heavy role in my decision to transfer here.

What's your pregame ritual?
I have to have a good stretch and listen to some good music.

What's the last show you binge-watched?
All-American

If you weren't a football player, what sport would you go to college to play?
Track

After football is over, what is your current career aspirations?
If professional football doesn't work out, or when it ends, I'd like to be a player sports agent.

Finally, what aspect of gameday in Paulson Stadium are you looking forward to experiencing on Aug. 31 against Boise State?
Man, I'm looking forward to everything. The fans and the energy they bring is something I'm ready to experience.

Georgia Southern opens its 2024 season at home on Saturday, Aug. 31 against defending Mountain West champion Boise State as part of an exciting six-game home schedule at Allen E. Paulson Stadium. Ticket renewals are underway and information can be found at GSEagles.com/PowerOfPaulson.