One of the top athletes in the Southeast is Brentwood (Tenn.) Academy prospect Derek King. King stands at 5-foot-10, 180 pounds and is one of the most versatile recruits in the 2011 class. He is being recruited as a cornerback and running back by multiple schools.
He has more than a dozen scholarship offers but has narrowed his list to Auburn, Ole Miss, Tennessee and Vanderbilt.
Tennessee is the team to beat for his signature, according to King.
"Tennessee is recruiting me the hardest," King said. "I feel like coach (Derek) Dooley is doing a good job changing the atmosphere down there. They are showing positive results in the losses. I've been down there several times and I feel very comfortable."
He has not taken any official visits yet, but he plans to visit each of the four schools on his list.
King listed a few factors he is looking for in a college choice.
"I'm looking for early playing time," he said. "I want to know the staff is going to be there for their players on and off the field. I'm also looking for a place with a great atmosphere."
He said he will make a decision soon after his last official visit.