Jeremy Pruitt is looking to dip into his home state of Alabama for defensive talent, as the Vols offered 2021 outside linebacker Ian Jackson from Prattville High School, Jackson announced on his Twitter account Saturday.
I am very grateful to receive an offer from the University of Tennessee! @CoachJPruitt @DansleyAnsley @coachcalebross @GrangerShook @prattvillelions @PrattFootball @Rivals @247Sports @ChadSimmons_ #GoVols #rockytop pic.twitter.com/CEcv1GdGLb
— Ian Jackson (@IMJack003) January 19, 2020
Jackson is a 4-star prospect that rates as the No. 22 outside linebacker in the country on the 247Sports Composite, and the No. 10 player in the state of Alabama.
The offer came in after Jackson’s visit to Tennessee’s campus, as a part of the Vols’ Junior Day.
Had a great time today with @CoachJPruitt and the entire staff at Tennessee’s Junior Day! Looking forward to visiting again! #GoVols pic.twitter.com/uYAIbS04JY
— Ian Jackson (@IMJack003) January 19, 2020
As a former defensive coordinator at Hoover High School, Pruitt is familiar with the high school programs throughout Alabama, and Prattville is one that consistently competes at a high level in class 7A.
Tennessee is only the second SEC program on the table for Jackson, joining Texas A&M.
Louisville, Memphis and West Virginia are among other schools with official offers.