The Vestavia Hills High School football program has produced several high-profile players over the years, but one stands out above the rest in terms of the recruiting process he faced.

Defensive end Jordan Ross was one of the most highly sought prospects in America before he signed with the

University of Tennessee in late 2023. He put together an illustrious career at Vestavia, and with that came plenty of attention.

“His recruitment was eye-opening,” Vestavia Hills football coach Robert Evans said. “He and his family handled the process with much grace.”

While Ross’ recruitment gaining him plenty of attention was nothing abnormal, the type of attention was different than it would have been five or 10 years ago. Top football prospects formerly gained notoriety and hype for National Sig

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