Jager Burton has been the focal point of Kentucky’s recruiting efforts for quite some time. The Frederick Douglass All American is the class’s top ranked player. A 4-star by all recruiting services, Burton was described by 247 Sport’s Director of Scouting Barton Simmons as “one of the most athletic offensive linemen in the class of 2021.” Kentucky was the first program to offer Burton. The rest of the country followed.
I recently had a chance to chat with the Wildcat’s National Signing Day prize. The following is a question and answer interview conducted prior to Wednesday:
Question: It’s been a long ride.