The Gators are in the running to land the top-ranked defensive recruit in the 2018 class.
Xavier Thomas (Wilson High, S.C.) included Florida in his Top-7 schools.
Top 7️⃣ (No Order) pic.twitter.com/SBgKElMPvO
— Xavier Thomas 1️⃣9️⃣ (@atxlete) December 4, 2016
Along with the Gators, the talented defensive end’s top seven schools includes (in no order) South Carolina, Alabama, Clemson, Georgia, Ohio State and Florida State.
Thomas said Sunday night he’s unsure of when exactly he’ll make his commitment, but the Gators may have recently gained an advantage when it comes to receiving his signature.
Thomas shocked the high school football world Nov. 29 when he announced his intention to transfer to IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fl.) for his senior season.
Sure this is not what everyone was expecting. But me switching schools will NOT affect my college decision at all. #BLESSEDUP pic.twitter.com/j8vZkxMDXM
— Xavier Thomas 1️⃣9️⃣ (@atxlete) November 29, 2016
Thomas had 131 tackles and seven sacks for Wilson High this season.
