Five key two-team battles as early signing approaches
Here's a look at the top five, two-team battles that could and/or should be resolved in college football's early signing period.
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The Buzz: Jurgens is the No. 1 prospect in Nebraska. He committed to the Huskers over 16 months ago, and all signs say that he inks with Scott Frost's program next week. He did take an official visit to LSU, however late in the season. We know the Tigers have been out to Nebraska to visit Jurgens, too, but could they actually turn him away from the in-state program? It is not likely, and Jurgens could put an end to any speculation that is out there by signing next week.
The Buzz: Salyer took a last minute official visit to Florida last weekend, but the Gators are not truly in this race. It has been a two-team race for some time, and many feel a decision has been made for a while now. But, there is now chatter that Salyer may not sign sign next week. The in-state Bulldogs are viewed as the favorite here, and he is taking his official visit to Georgia this weekend, so we all will find out next week just how strong his feelings are about the Bulldogs. He was originally set to sign at 10 a.m. ET on Dec. 20. Will that still be the case?
The Buzz: What a ride it has been for Cox over the last few weeks. He visits Alabama, decommits from Ohio State, visits Georgia and he will return to Athens again this weekend just days before he announces his decision. The Buckeyes have been eliminated and the in-state Bulldogs seem to have a lot of momentum leading up to the decision.
The Buzz: What a final month for Dean, a former Tennessee commit. He decommitted from the Vols shortly after Jeremy Pruitt was named the new head coach, and although he had a good visit to Kentucky last weekend, he is down to the Crimson Tide and Gators. Florida will receive the final official visit from Dean before he announces his decision on Dec. 20.
Teams: N.C. State vs. South Carolina
The Buzz: Will he or won't he sign during the early signing period? Gwyn has taken an official visit to N.C. State, and he will visit South Carolina this weekend. After the visit to Columbia he will decide whether he wants to sign next week or not. A lot is riding on this weekend for Gwyn, the Wolfpack and the Gamecocks.