For those of us USF fans still disillusioned that Bulls’ football has yet to make it to the next–major bowl game–level, here’s a sign to look for if that upgrade is finally imminent. It will be the day one of the most nationally coveted, home-grown prospects decides to stay right here after graduation and signs to play for USF. Such signings have ripple effects.
According to Rivals.com, Hillsborough County is home to the 2014 No. 1 football recruit in the country: Armwood High’s defensive end Byron Cowart. Reportedly his top four schools: Florida, Alabama, Oregon and USC–and no sign, so far, of USF.