re: Class of 2016 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: Waiting On Demetris Robertson Edition

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Sept. 23 is a big day for 4-star cornerback Nigel Knott, as he will not only announce his college plans, but will also receive his Under Armour All-America Game jersey. Two days later, the nation's No. 5 cornerback and top-ranked player from the state of Mississippi is expecting to make a return to the field after having knee surgery over the summer. Before he officially begins his senior season, Knott said he wanted to solidify his college plans, which is why he'll choose from of seven schools.

Knott said Alabama, USC, Oregon, Florida State, Tennessee and in-state schools Mississippi State and Ole Miss are finalists when he makes his decision. He said he's going to use the last couple of weeks to do his own research and make an educated decision overall. "I know I'm going to be there for four years, so I want to be comfortable wherever I go," Knott said. "Wherever I'm comfortable is where I'm going to ball out. I want to be at a place where I know the coaches will do right for the players, and the players will do right for the program."

Knott is expected to be successful at the next level, as he has an athletic pedigree. His father, David Knott, spent time in the NFL, CFL and arena leagues after playing in the secondary at Ole Miss. His older brother, Chris Givens, is a wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams. Another brother, Nick Knott, played running back at Wake Forest, and his sister, Deja Givens, is a high jumper for the Mississippi State track and field team.

Knott recorded 112 tackles and 16 pass breakups as a junior. However, his athleticism has been his calling card. Knott ran the 40-yard dash in 4.3 seconds at The Opening in July. He also completed the 20-yard shuttle in 3.94 seconds, vertical jumped 46.5 inches and threw the power ball 39.5 feet.

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