Elite 2024 EDGE Jordan Ross narrows list, sets commitment date

Elite 2024 EDGE Jordan Ross of Birmingham (AL) Vestavia Hills High will announce his college decision on August 21st.

The 6-foot-5, 225 pounder is down to the following: Tennessee, Florida, Alabama, and Texas

Breaking down the finalists

Ross broke down what stands out about each of his top schools:

Tennessee – To see them beat Alabama personally was one of the best game experiences I’ve had. The staff make sure you are well educated of their program too.

Florida – Coach Napier is a staple for Florida, he made it feel like home, he was very welcoming to everyone and the players felt like brothers. 

Alabama – By me growing up here, the school has been a big influence in my life. My family are huge fans, my sister attended there, and they do have a good program. 

Texas – Was a great experience that allowed me to see different aspects of the game and see how the coaches are able to develop me.

Jordan Ross Recruiting Profile

Ross ranks as the No. 34 player in the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He also tabs in as the No. 4 EDGE and the No. 5 player in the state of Alabama.

He currently has an On3 NIL Valuation of $180K. The On3 NIL Valuation is the industry’s leading index that sets high school and college athletes’ projected annual value (PAV). The NIL valuation does not act as a tracker of the value of NIL deals an athlete has completed to date. It rather signifies an athlete’s value at a certain moment in time.

Scouting Summary

On3’s Scouting and Rankings team writes this about him as a prospect:

“Edge defender who plays with his hand in the dirt and in a 2-point stance with a prototypical body type and motor that allows him to harass offenses all game long. Measures in at 6-foot-4.5, 215 pounds with a 6-foot-8 wingspan. Ran an impressive 4.68 electronically-timed 40-yard dash paired with a 30-inch vertical and a 4.49 short shuttle during the spring camp circuit prior to his senior season. Strong and active hands at the point of attack. Flashes raw power when defending against the run while shedding blocks. Excellent first step and get off. Tremendous closing speed in the open field, gains on ball carriers in a hurry. Will need to develop a wide array of pass rush moves to reach his ceiling at the next level but should come with collegiate coaching. Upside is through the roof and has his best ball ahead of him. On the younger end of the spectrum for the 2o24 recruiting cycle.”