CB Ethan Nation names Top 8

Four-star cornerback Ethan Nation of Roswell (GA) High has narrowed his list to a top eight schools. The schools to make the cut are Auburn, Clemson, Oregon, USC, Ohio State, Michigan, Alabama, and Texas A&M.

Ethan Nation ranks as the No. 227 player in the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that accounts for all four major recruiting sites. He also tabs in as the No. 24 cornerback and the No. 23 player in the state of Georgia.

The 5-foot-11, 162 pound Nation detailed each of his top 8 schools.

Ethan Nation discusses Top 8

Auburn: “I grew up in Alabama watching Cam Newton at Auburn and thinking about how one day I’d be there and now I’m getting there,” Nation said. “I love what they’re building over there, and their coaching staff is all in for me and I’m excited to see where we go from here.”

Clemson: “My sister went to Clemson and I fell in love with the school ever since,” Nation said. “I love their culture and family-based team mindset. As well as their preparation for life outside of football.”

Oregon: “I love this new staff at Oregon and what they’re building over there,” Nation said. “I love the opportunity you have off the field at Oregon. Also, it’s pretty cool how the southern coaches are bringing that fire from the south up to the west coast.”

USC: “I love the USC coaching staff and what they are building over there,” Nation said. “Having the best film school is a plus as well. They’re opportunity is endless and will prepare me for life outside of football”

Ohio State: “I love Ohio State’s ability to not only develop corners but to get them drafted,” Nation said. “I feel in love with their culture, and the true rivalry they have with the team up north.”

Michigan: “I love Michigan’s NFL style of play,” Nation said. “With Jim Harbaugh at head coach, he brings the experience and knowledge he got from the NFL to Michigan. Their culture is something else and I love their rivalry with the team down south and Michigan State.”

Alabama: “Alabama is known for being the best and producing the best, so why not try and be apart of that legacy,” Nation said. “Coach Saban is arguably the best coach right now and has a great defensive mindset and loves DBs.”

Texas A&M: “I love what Texas A&M is building right now,” Nation said. “Coming off the number 1 recruiting class being with the 22s, I’m excited to see how they do and I’m very excited to see how far we go.”