The recruiting process in the Rocky Mountains recently reached a new height of intensity as the state’s premier prospect reduced his list of potential collegiate destinations. College programs across the country have spent months vying for the attention of the dominant interior lineman from Englewood.
Jackson Roper, the four-star standout from Cherry Creek High School and No. 1 recruit in Colorado according to On3 and 247Sports, officially announced his top ten schools this week. The 6-foot-5, 305-pound recruit narrowed his focus to Alabama, Georgia, Miami, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio State, Oregon, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and USC (in alphabetical order), according to Rivals’ Steve Wiltfong.
Roper explained that these specific programs aligned best with the requirements his family set for his future home. He cited strong personal connections and the opportunity to compete for national titles as the deciding factors in his selection.
Jackson Roper recruiting update, top ten schools list
While several powerhouses from the SEC and Big Ten made the cut, the lineman is still evaluating his options. He plans to visit programs like Auburn and Arizona State this spring, noting that those schools have earned his respect through their persistent recruiting efforts despite not appearing on his top 10 lsit…