Fulton replaces Hokies with LSU in his Final Five

Manning (S.C.) High cornerback John Fulton has switched one of his five finalists, replacing Virginia Tech with LSU.

Fulton, the best CB in the state (check out our new preseason Top 25s for SC and NC in Sunday’s paper), continues to rank his top four in order, though.

South Carolina has a slight lead over Alabama, followed by Florida and Georgia.

Fulton’s first official visit, he said, will be to Alabama when the Crimson Tide plays host to South Carolina Oct. 17. He expects to make his decision following his senior season. I’d say his home state university is looking pretty good so far.

--Stan Olson