https://kentucky.n.rivals.com/news/qb-pledge-i-m-100-percent-committed-
Mac Jones is making a statement. The quarterback from Jacksonville (Fla.) Bolles, who has seen his recruiting stock rise lately, wants everyone to know where he stands when it comes to his commitment to the Wildcats.
Jones has now had an opportunity to speak with Darin Hinshaw
Jones has other options. East Carolina was the first school to offer, although they're in the midst of a coaching change. Then came Kentucky's offer. But after Shannon Dawson was let go Jones was offered by West Virginia, Dawson's former employer.
Jones does plan to visit Morgantown, but fans should pocket their worry for now. At least compared to how the situation looked recently.
Kentucky's new offensive staff has been so busy and working overtime to such an extent that they've been preoccupied with filling out the 2016 class and doing all their diligence getting settled in their new roles.
They were just recently able to connect with Jones, a high-three star prospect whose ranking rose significantly after analysts were able to watch him play this year, and then see his film now that we're in the postseason.
"I'm 100-percent committed," Jones said after speaking with new quarterbacks coach Darin Hinshaw.
There was a delay in that initial contact, yes. That's enough to cause consternation for anyone. But Hinshaw now has Jones feeling both wanted and like a player that Kentucky needs.
"What happened was he hadn't watched my highlights," Jones said, explaining the lull in the hires and his initial conversation. "And he saw I was a three-star and then now he's been (telling me) how good I'm going to be."
Hinshaw and Eddie Gran have not yet had the opportunity to scout Jones in person. That may or may not happen at a camp or during the spring evaluation period when they hit the road. They'll certainly want an in-person opportunity to watch him to know what they're working with. Conversely, they were able to work with fellow 2017 quarterback commitment Walker Wood because he attended a camp at Cincinnati.
Now, though, it seems like everything's settled. At least for the time being, pending any other visits.
Mac Jones is making a statement. The quarterback from Jacksonville (Fla.) Bolles, who has seen his recruiting stock rise lately, wants everyone to know where he stands when it comes to his commitment to the Wildcats.
Jones has now had an opportunity to speak with Darin Hinshaw
Jones has other options. East Carolina was the first school to offer, although they're in the midst of a coaching change. Then came Kentucky's offer. But after Shannon Dawson was let go Jones was offered by West Virginia, Dawson's former employer.
Jones does plan to visit Morgantown, but fans should pocket their worry for now. At least compared to how the situation looked recently.
Kentucky's new offensive staff has been so busy and working overtime to such an extent that they've been preoccupied with filling out the 2016 class and doing all their diligence getting settled in their new roles.
They were just recently able to connect with Jones, a high-three star prospect whose ranking rose significantly after analysts were able to watch him play this year, and then see his film now that we're in the postseason.
"I'm 100-percent committed," Jones said after speaking with new quarterbacks coach Darin Hinshaw.
There was a delay in that initial contact, yes. That's enough to cause consternation for anyone. But Hinshaw now has Jones feeling both wanted and like a player that Kentucky needs.
"What happened was he hadn't watched my highlights," Jones said, explaining the lull in the hires and his initial conversation. "And he saw I was a three-star and then now he's been (telling me) how good I'm going to be."
Hinshaw and Eddie Gran have not yet had the opportunity to scout Jones in person. That may or may not happen at a camp or during the spring evaluation period when they hit the road. They'll certainly want an in-person opportunity to watch him to know what they're working with. Conversely, they were able to work with fellow 2017 quarterback commitment Walker Wood because he attended a camp at Cincinnati.
Now, though, it seems like everything's settled. At least for the time being, pending any other visits.
Mac Jones @macjones2017