One of Tennessee’s top in-state targets in the 2027 class is now is just hours away from announcing his commitment. Class of 2027 running back Asa Barnes of Westview High School in Martin, Tenn., is set to make his college choice known Wednesday afternoon, and the Vols are one of his finalists.
The 5-foot-11, 200-pound Barnes will officially be choosing between Tennessee, Arkansas, Florida State and USC. He’s schedule to reveal his choice during a ceremony at his school that’s scheduled to start at approximately 5 p.m. Eastern time.
There are no predictions on the 247Sports Crystal Ball for Barnes, who has received scholarship offers from more than 20 schools. But Tennessee and Arkansas have been widely viewed for months as the main contenders for him, and sources close to his recruitment expect him to pick the Vols or the Razorbacks…