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Norcross High's Carter in Driver's Seat, As College Football Programs Give Chase

The 6-foot-5-inch Lorenzo Carter says he plans to visit the University of Florida, Florida State and South Carolina this summer.

Norcross High's Lorenzo Carter is keeping his options open regarding his future college football career. But, it seems the entire college football arena wants him -- and badly.

A top-notch defensive end, the junior has 32 college offers already, according to Rivals.com. He is considered one of the nation's top 10 overall prospects.

This past football season, he helped lead Norcross High to a state title. And, in basketball this year, he played on the school's state championship team, as well.

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One of the latest schools to join the Lorenzo Carter bandwagon is the University of Florida Gators.

Joker Phillips, the Gators' wide receivers coach and recruiting coordinator, visited Norcross High just last week, according to a report on Gatorcountry.com.

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"He stopped by for our morning workout and stayed for a good while during the day," Carter was quoted as saying.

Carter said it wasn't just him the coach was looking at, but other players, as well.

The 6-foot-5-inch, 226-pound Carter said he plans to visit Florida University, Florida State and South Carolina this summer, but right now Alabama and Georgia are at the head of the pack.

See also:

  • Blue Devils Sign Letters of Intent
  • Norcross Ranked No. 1 in State
  • Blue Devils Win State Championship 21-14

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