All Eyes On Clowney; late players giving chase

The nation's number one player, defensive end Jadeveon Clowney made his visit the University of Alabama this weekend as planned. Also as reported earlier in the week, his mother and high school coach, Bobby Carroll, made the visit as well. According to Clowney, Coach did not participate in any of the meetings between he and the coaches. Clowney said he enjoyed the visit, but maintains he does not have a favorite right now. He is planning a visit with Florida State next weekend. Ohio State is making a late run and trying to get his last visit. While uncertain, Clowney is thinking about making his announcement on signing day or perhaps on his birthday. Now, with all of the reported "facts" out of the way, the gut feelings. I still say that South Carolina is the team to beat. I've heard some Gamecocks supporters via email state they are uncomfortable with these late runs from the other schools (Clemson, FSU, Ohio State). I say that gives you more reason for comfort. If you're the leader and others are tossing their hats into the ring, in my opinion it damages the guy chasing the leader. I say South Carolina is in front, Alabama is second, probably closer than they were before the visit but still not close enough, and FSU is a distant third.