Georgia continues heavy pursuit of 2018 Lone Star State wideout

While plenty of the focus is on 2017 prospects as National Signing Day nears, 2018 wide receiver Joshua Moore has listed some leaders and discussed a school that is rapidly making some ground on him.

“I have some schools that are near the top right now,” he said. “Georgia, Notre Dame, Ohio State and Tennessee.”

Georgia reached out the 6-foot-3, 173 pound wideout in October, and it was an offer by which he was “blown away."

Now, the Georgia staff is taking its share of in-home visits with prospects within the recruiting class, but they are making sure they remain in contact with Moore.

“They want me up there bad,” Moore said. “I’ve had conversations with [James] Coley [Mel] Tucker, and Jay Valai. Conversations with them are always great.”

Notre Dame and Ohio State, two programs seemingly headed in different directions, are presenting different pitches their pursuit.

The Fighting Irish, under veteran head coach Brian Kelly, fell short of a bowl game in 2016. However, that coaching staff has discussed the legacy of the program with Moore and presents the opportunity for early and frequent playing time.

Urban Meyer, on the other hand, has sent his Ohio State Buckeyes to their second College Football Playoff appearance in the last three seasons. If Moore is looking to play for an immediate contender, Ohio State is assuredly an attractive option for his services.

Tennessee joins Georgia as programs vying for Moore’s skill set within the SEC. After finishing with an 8-4 record, turmoil and potential coaching changes are hot topics in Knoxville. Moore said that concerns within the program have not yet been addressed by head coach Butch Jones, but the Vols have been in contact recently.

The four-star recruit is ranked as the No. 30 overall prospect at his position and No. 155 nationally, according to Rivals. As a result, his list of offers is lengthy and for good reason.

While giving his leaders as of now, Moore indicated one program is making quick ground.

Texas, now entering the Tom Herman regime, presents an interesting opportunity for prospects nationwide, and Moore likes the new man at the helm.

“Coach Herman is great, man," Moore said. “He knows how to interact with his recruits and players. Whenever he got the job at Texas he texted me and said ‘Guess who just got the head job at Texas, I want you to come be a part of something special here.’ ”