re: Class of 2019 Recruiting MEGATHREAD: That's a Wrap Edition

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The 6-foot-4, 286-pound pass rusher said the highlight of his trip was spending more time around Florida coach Dan Mullen and defensive line coach Sal Sunseri. Pickering said Mullen is the coach he’s closest with in his recruitment.

“I love Coach Mullen,” he said. “I feel that I’m a priority to him. I’ve known him ever since Mississippi State and he wanted me as bad at Mississippi State as he does here. “Coach Sal brings an energy like no other coach I know. His energy is really high. He’s always in good spirits, so it was great seeing him.”

Pickering is ranked the nation’s No. 4 strongside defensive end and No. 48 overall prospect in the 247Sports composite. In addition to Florida, he said LSU, Alabama, Stanford and Southern Cal are recruiting him the hardest. Pickering said he plans to officially visit USC in June and will be back to Florida “soon.” He claims no leaders at this time.

“I’m looking for a school that’s going to develop me as a player, take care of me and get me a degree,” Pickering said. “Growing up, my mom always stressed how important grades are, so getting a degree is something I want to do. Even if I have NFL potential — I pray to God — and leave in three years, I’m still going to make sure I come back and get my degree.”

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