It took longer than originally anticipated, but Georgia Tech OL coach Brent Key and former Hewitt-Trussville (Ala.) offensive lineman Pierce Quick are now just days away from being in the same position room.

Quick, who committed to Key at Alabama back in April of 2017 as a member of the 2019 class, entered the transfer portal last month.

Several other schools attempted to enter the mix for Quick, including Maryland who hosted him for an official visit just last weekend.

The opportunity to play for coach Brent Key, and to fight for reps upon his arrival in Atlanta proved to be too much for the Terps, Red Raiders of Texas Tech, Michigan State, and Indiana among several others.

He becomes the second transfer offensive line commitment of the week, joining former Clemson OL Paul Tchio. Quick will arrive to campus early next month ready to compete at the G position.

"I feel like Georgia Tech is very close to winning the big games," said Quick about his decision. "I want to help build Georgia Tech back to what it used to be. Honestly, I just felt so comfortable with Coach Brent Key and the other coaches."

Quick and his family have known new OL coach Brent Key since back in 2016 when the two first met as his recruitment was taking off. The excitement on all sides was clear and evident when Pierce told Key what he was ready to commit.

"I think we were equally excited," said Quick with a laugh. "I'm fired up to play for him. He is going to try me everywhere on the OL and see where I fit best."

Quick will arrive on campus in January, and be ready to go for spring ball.