Ranking the Contenders: Junior Colson
Rivals100 linebacker Junior Colson has a long list of major offers, but not every school on that list is equal. Rivals.com takes a look at the three programs that have a real chance at signing the four-star linebacker and ranks them in order of their chances to land his letter of intent.
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1. MICHIGAN
Colson has long been high on Michigan. In fact, the four-star linebacker has stated publicly that the Wolverines lead his recruitment. He has remained in close Facetime contact with Jim Harbaugh during the COVID-19 crisis and seems Ann Arbor-bound, barring something unforeseen. Both of Colson’s parents are originally from Michigan and are fans of the Wolverines, which adds to the school’s allure.
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2. TENNESSEE
Because of the COVID-19 crisis, the allure of staying home for college has never been stronger than it is currently. The Vols have work left to do, sure, but ruling out the in-state school in the current national climate would be unwise. If head coach Jeremy Pruitt and company make Colson a priority after the dead period, they could make a convincing case as to why Knoxville is the most logical landing spot. The Vols are still in the hunt.
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3. OREGON
The Ducks are a long shot, as Colson has only held this offer since January and has not visited the Oregon campus. It’s hard to see the touted linebacker choosing Oregon without taking multiple trips to Eugene, which will be difficult in the COVID-19 age. If the Ducks land his pledge, it will be the steal of the cycle.