Where will top talent from Atlanta 3 Stripe Camp land?
AUSTELL, Ga. – The Atlanta Rivals 3 Stripe Camp presented by adidas is in the books and prospects from across the Southeast region competed in the Peach State last weekend. Below, Rivals.com makes some predictions on where six of the event’s top prospects may land when it comes time for them to sign a letter of intent.
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Webb doesn't typically share much about his recruitment, so you have to follow the visits, know who he communicates with and see what you can find out from talking to those close to him. The main schools in the mix right now appear to be Alabama, Auburn, Georgia and Tennessee. He does not plan to announce his decision until the Early Signing Period in December, but the favorite at this time appears to be the Crimson Tide. Webb has a good relationship with offensive line coach Brent Key and is close to numerous Alabama commits. Nick Saban’s program is in a good spot.
Prediction: Alabama
Kight is an elite offensive tackle that is coveted by many top programs. He was at Auburn not long ago, he visited Georgia over the weekend and he will be back at Alabama on Saturday for the Tide's spring game. It could come down to an in-state battle, but Georgia is in this too. Alabama could be tough to beat in the end, so we give the edge to the Crimson Tide today.
Prediction: Alabama
The end is in sight for Jones because he could have a decision as early as June because he wants to have his commitment in place before his senior season. The programs in the mix for Jones' signature look to be Auburn, Clemson, Florida, Mississippi State and South Carolina. He was at Florida over the weekend and at Auburn a few days before that. Jones has visited Auburn the most in 2018 and some feel those Tigers may be in the lead. South Carolina has been up there for a while as well. Do not sleep on Mississippi State, either. Ultimately, Auburn's location, Jones' comfort level with the program's coaching staff and the frequent visits have us leaning toward the Tigers.
Prediction: Auburn
You still hear about programs such as Ohio State and Penn State when talking about Keyton, but the Marietta (Ga.) star will likely stay closer to home in the end. He may take official visits and he could be convinced that going farther away is best for him, but Auburn and Tennessee look to be two programs with the best shot with Keyton at this time. Auburn could do some real damage in Georgia this cycle and Tennessee hopes to as well. The Vols have worked the early playing time angle with Keyton and that could pay off.
Prediction: Tennessee
We recently saw McLendon truly flip his list of favorites upside down after he picked up an offer from Florida State. Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and some others are still in this, but the Seminoles appear to be in the lead after he spent some time around the FSU program and staff. McLendon plans to make a decision before his senior year.
Prediction: Florida State
Hopper recently spent time in Gainesville and the Florida Gators look to be trending right now. Miami is another program he is eyeing and Ole Miss has been mentioned as well. Hopper could commit soon, but he has not put a timeline on a decision yet. Dan Mullen’s program looks to be the one all the rest are chasing at this time.
Prediction: Florida
