Five-Star WR Shelton Sampson Jr. narrows list, sets commitment date

Five-star wide receiver Shelton Sampson Jr. of Baton Rouge (LA) Catholic High is down to four schools– LSU, Alabama, Florida State, and Texas A&M.

The 6-foot-3, 190 pounder will announce his college decision on August 6th.

In a previous interview with On3, Sampson quickly discussed his finalists.

LSU

“That’s my hometown and they treat me like family.”

Alabama

“The environment and how great the program is.”

Florida State

“I loved my unofficial and the coaching staff.”

Texas A&M

“The coaches made me feel at home”

Shelton Sampson Jr. Scouting Summary

“Big-play wide receiver with one of the best combinations of vertical speed and catch radius in the 2023 cycle,” On3’s Director of Scouting Charles Power wrote. “Clocked a sub 4.4-second 40-yard dash at 6-foot-4 prior to his junior season. Uses that speed to create separation on downfield routes with regularity. Pairs the long speed with advanced ball skills. Shows the ability to leap over defenders to high-point the ball in contested situations. Comes down with some fantastic one-handed and diving grabs. A younger prospect for the cycle who continues to show improvement over time.

Sampson ranks as the No. 32 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. 6 wide receiver and the No. 3 player in the state of Louisiana.