jeron stokes

This past weekend was huge for the final push in Michigan recruiting class. The next couple weekends could be equally big for the Wolverines. One of the big names taking a visit is PA WR Je'ron Stokes. Stokes is committed to Tennessee but looking around in the wake of the Vols coaching change. I spoke with Je'Ron Stokes about the upcoming visit, here's what he had to say...

TOM: What are the main reasons that made you decide to start taking visits?

JE’RON: My main reason was that I just wanted to be sure about the decision I make. I’ve been committed for so long, and so early. I’ve only gotten to see one place. Things changed, and this is a business decision. The quarterback situation, I thought was wrong, but the coach has a lot on his plate, and he wants to do what he feels is best for the team. It was kind of a 50/50 thing, after awhile it didn’t bother me how he handled it.

TOM: What is your official status with Tennessee?

JE’RON: I really don’t know. I’m still committed, I just want to take some visits and make sure I’m making the best decision.

TOM: Has Lane Kiffin done anything to try and keep you at Tennessee?

JE’RON: Oh yea, he’s spoken with my family. He’s making some good efforts; I’ve met a few of his staff and everything. It’s kind of like starting a new relationship

TOM: You’re visiting Michigan this weekend, what are you looking to get out of the visit? What other schools do you plan on visiting?

JE’RON: Everybody’s going to have good academics; this is the highest level of college football you could play in. So I’m looking for relationships with the people, players, and coaches. The town, just how the overall atmosphere. I’m going to visit Illinois, Penn State, and maybe Georgia. I probably will take a visit to Penn State; I’m not 100% on that yet.

TOM: Is there anything specifically that you’re excited to see, or that you want the coaches to focus on?

JE’RON: Not really, just want to see everything. Just kind of see the whole package.

TOM: Are there any other recruits that you’ve developed a friendship with recently?

JE’RON: I met some people at the All American Game, Jeremy Jackson, and a lot of people. Too many to name. Will Campbell too, he’s a funny guy.

TOM: Since you were concerned about Tennessee’s lack of a quarterback, have you spoken to any of the QB’s from the schools you’re visiting? Have you talked to Tate Forcier at all?

JE’RON: I haven’t. I know the new quarterback at Penn State, Kevin Newsome, but other than that no. We worked together a few times. I’m going to talk to the quarterbacks at the visit, and get a feel for them just as players and people.

TOM: The schools that are left rank them in order of who excites you the most, or who you are most curious about.

JE’RON: Honestly I don’t even know, I’m curious about all of them. I really can’t do that right now.

TOM: When do you think you’ll make your decision?

JE’RON: Most likely not until signing day.

TOM: If any of these visits blow you away, do you think you’ll commit on the spot?

JE’RON: No, I’m going to take my time. I’ll talk to my family about everything, and make sure it’s right.

TOM: With your recruiting, are you kind of blazing the trail for your brother Malik? Do you think he’ll follow, or do his own thing?

JE’RON: Where ever God leads him. He’s going to make the best decision for him, where ever he wants to go. We played together in high school so it’d be nice, but I want him to do what’s right for him.