Season is in full swing for college football visits, with prospects from all over the country making trips to top programs. This week, we highlight five intriguing visits in the Southeast region.
Tarvos Alford’s Ohio State Visit:
Sunshine State linebacker Tarvos Alford is set to announce his college commitment on March 30, but he has already scheduled an official visit to Ohio State for May 31. This visit gives Ryan Day’s program a chance to sway Alford’s decision if he commits elsewhere in March. The recruitment has been framed as an Ohio State vs. Miami battle, and it seems that the battle may continue past the commitment day.
Jaime Ffrench’s Visit to Texas:
Former Alabama commitment Jaime Ffrench has kept his recruitment wide open since Nick Saban’s retirement, with Ohio State, Florida State, and Miami emerging as top contenders. Ffrench recently set his first official visit to Texas, impressed by the Longhorns’ performance in the College Football Playoff and the success of their receivers at the NFL combine. Despite Texas not being a front-runner in his recruitment, Ffrench’s visit in June gives the program an opportunity to make a lasting impression.
Alvin Henderson’s Visit to Miami:
Elba High School star Alvin Henderson, coming off an impressive 2023 season, has garnered over 70 scholarship offers. Auburn, Florida State, and Miami have been strong contenders, but the official visit Henderson has set for Miami in the summer suggests the Hurricanes may be gaining ground. Miami’s willingness to compete with top programs and their out-of-state recruitment efforts make them a dark horse in Henderson’s decision.
DJ Pickett’s Visit to Georgia:
Top-ranked athlete DJ Pickett has a busy June visit schedule, with Georgia among the programs on his list. Despite recent buzz around other programs like Oregon and Miami, Pickett’s visit to Georgia presents an opportunity for the Bulldogs to solidify their standing. With Kirby Smart’s reputation for recruiting and developing defensive talent, Georgia could make a strong impression on Pickett during his visit.
Mantrez Walker’s Visit to Stanford:
Mantrez Walker is expected to announce his verbal commitment in April, with programs like Colorado, Miami, and Ole Miss leading the way. Although Stanford did not make his recent top five, they secured an official visit date with Walker for June. A Stanford degree holds weight, and Walker may consider the program despite committing elsewhere. If he takes the trip as committed to another program, Stanford still has a chance to sway his decision.
As visit season continues, these upcoming visits in the Southeast region offer insight into the evolving recruitment landscape of college football prospects. Stay tuned for more updates and developments as prospects make their decisions in the coming months.
