re: Class of 2018 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: So Long Old Friend Edition

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JJ Peterson gives latest on recruitment

Every time JJ Peterson has spoke to reporters — to my knowledge — he has called Alabama his leader. The Crimson Tide have recruited the Colquitt County (Ga.) linebacker as one of the top prospects in the nation, which he is. But that hasn’t stopped others from continuing their pursuit of Peterson.

Auburn, probably more than anyone, has hung around as a true contender. In our most recent conversation, Peterson once again called Alabama his No. 1 and put a group of three schools in his No. 2 spot.

“Auburn, Oregon and Georgia,” Peterson said. “It’s close.”

Whether Auburn has a legitimate chance to pull him away remains to be seen. He has gone to Auburn as much as anywhere besides Georgia and Alabama. Peterson said his closest coaching relationship is with Alabama defensive coordinator Jeremy Pruitt.

An Auburn coach holds the No. 2 distinction.

“Travis Williams is second,” Peterson said.

This still feels like a major long shot to me, but Auburn isn’t going to give up until Peterson’s name is on a dotted line.

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