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

Posted on 9/18/17 at 1:08 pm to TideSaint

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Posted on 9/18/17 at 1:08 pm to TideSaint

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida’s home opener against Tennessee attracted an impressive group of recruits, none bigger than 5-star cornerback Patrick Surtain Jr.

Saturday was his first visit to UF in seven months, but well worth the wait. Surtain witnessed a thrilling finish in The Swamp, with the Gators defeating the Vols on a last-second Hail Mary.

“It was great,” Surtain told SEC Country afterward. “They performed well. The offense picked it up toward the end of the game, the defense did their thing. It was an all around great team win.”

Florida made the cut for Surtain in late August when named six finalists, including Alabama, Clemson, Florida State, LSU and Ohio State. He admits Florida’s chances improved after his latest trip.

“Yeah, it did,” Surtain said. “Just the atmosphere, you know. The vibe, the fans, the staff. I felt a great relationship with the coaches today. You could feel the brotherhood they have — the teammates. They get along with each other.”

When asked if long-time leader LSU continues to hold the edge, Surtain said the Gators and others have closed the gap on the Tigers.

“It’s an evened-out race,” he revealed. “LSU is still up there.”

The Gators have also secured a pair of return trips from Surtain, who dismissed the perception that Florida isn’t a contender in his recruitment.

“I’ve always liked Florida. I don’t know why people have been saying that,” Surtain said. “I’m thinking about making a trip to the LSU game. I haven’t set (an official visit) up, but I know most likely I’m going to take one (to Florida) after the season.”

Surtain plans to officially visit some other finalists as well before deciding on National Signing day. He is ranked the nation’s No. 1 cornerback and No. 4 overall prospect in the 247Sports Composite.

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Posted on 9/18/17 at 1:15 pm to TideSaint

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What team should be considered Bama’s best, regardless of classification? That’s what the AL.com Power 25 poll tries to determine.

AL.com staffers pick the state’s top teams on a weekly basis. whether it’s a massive Class 7A school or a tiny 1A powerhouse, and rank them.

See this week’s rankings:

25. Andalusia (3-1)

Last week’s result: Defeated UMS-Wright 27-21 in overtime

This week’s game: at Escambia County

LW’s ranking: Not ranked

24. Clay-Chalkville (3-1)

Last week’s result: Lost 34-32 to No. 6 Pinson Valley

This week’s game: at Center Point

LW’s ranking: Not ranked

23. Saraland (3-1)

Last week’s result: Defeated Blount 42-14

This week’s game: vs. Robertsdale

LW’s ranking: Not ranked

22. Carroll (3-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Headland 29-0

This week’s game: at Eufaula

LW’s ranking: Not ranked

21. Mobile Christian

Last week’s result: Defeated Bayside Academy 27-17

This week’s game: vs. T.R. Miller

LW’s ranking: 23

20. Fairhope (3-1)

Last week’s result: Defeated Theodore 17-14

This week’s game: at Daphne

LW’s ranking: Not ranked

19. Fyffe (3-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Westbrook Christian 54-6

This week’s game: at Ider

LW’s ranking: 20

18. Auburn (3-1)

Last week’s result: Defeated Prattville 21-6

This week’s game: vs. Enterprise

LW’s ranking: 14

17. Homewood (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Jackson-Olin 28-6

This week’s game: vs. Helena

LW’s ranking: 16

16. Alexandria (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Boaz 42-14

This week’s game: at Etowah

LW’s ranking: 25

15. Leeds (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Dadeville 42-14

This week’s game: at Handley

LW’s ranking: 24

14. Mae Jemison (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated St. John Paul II 49-7

This week’s game: vs. Russellville

LW’s ranking: 19

13. Wetumpka (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Stanhope Elmore 40-13

This week’s game: vs. Chilton County

LW’s ranking: 18

12. Maplesville (3-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Highland Home 70-19

This week’s game: vs. Ellwood Christian

LW’s ranking: 13

11. St. Paul’s (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Williamson 9-6

This week’s game: vs. Dothan

LW’s ranking: 12

10. Spain Park (3-1)

Last week’s result: Lost 27-24 to No. 2 Hoover

This week’s game: at Mountain Brook

LW’s ranking: 8

9. Oxford (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Cullman 38-14

This week’s game: at Albertville

LW’s ranking: 11

8. McGill-Toolen (3-0)

Last week’s result: Did not play

This week’s game: vs. Foley

LW’s ranking: 9

7. Briarwood Christian (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Wenonah 34-0

This week’s game: at Fairfield

LW’s ranking: 7

6. Pinson Valley (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Clay-Chalkville 34-32

This week’s game: vs. Jasper

LW’s ranking: 6

5. Thompson (3-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Mountain Brook 40-13

This week’s game: at Oak Mountain

LW’s ranking: 5

4. Hewitt-Trussville (3-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Grissom 49-7

This week’s game: vs. Buckhorn

LW’s ranking: 4

3. Austin (4-0)

Last week’s result: Defeated Hazel Green 63-21

This week’s game: vs. Columbia

LW’s ranking: 3

2. Hoover (3-1)

Last week’s result: Defeated Spain Park 27-24

This week’s game: vs. Tuscaloosa County

LW’s ranking: 2

1. Central-Phenix City (3-0)

Last week’s result: Did not play

This week’s game: vs. Smiths Station

LW’s ranking: 1