Four-Star Georgia Safety is headed to Tiger Town

Ricardo Jones‍, the talented four-star safety hailing from Northside High School in Warner Robins, Georgia, has made his highly anticipated college decision. The 6'3, 200-pound defensive standout committed to the Clemson Tigers moments ago at his school, choosing them over formidable contenders such as Auburn, Florida State, and Tennessee.

Jones, known for his speed and impressive instincts on the field, had been closely pursued by several top-tier programs nationwide.

However, after carefully weighing his options and considering the impact of each university on his future, he found Clemson to be the perfect fit for his aspirations both athletically and academically.

“Clemson is a great program,” Jones said. “They develop some of the best players and have one of the best degrees. I love the brotherhood Clemson is built around. They are very cultured, and I love that.”

With his commitment to the Tigers, Jones joins an already formidable recruiting class for head coach Dabo Swinney in the 2024 cycle.

Jones’ decision to don the Clemson orange and purple further solidifies the program's run of success in Georgia, as he becomes the sixth commitment from the state-- a testament to the trust and respect that Swinney and his coaching staff have earned from the high school football community in the Peach State.

Clemson Defensive Coordinator Wes Goodwin and safeties coach Mickey Conn established deep relationships with Jones throughout recent months. They extended an offer to him in March. After a spring visit, Jones spoke highly of the program and told Clemson Sports Talk that the coaching duo frequently reaches out to him. Conn, a former high school head coach in Georgia, is a major factor in the program’s success in the state. 

Jones' journey to his commitment was not without its twists and turns. Just days before his scheduled visit to Florida State in Tallahassee, he decided to cancel the trip. While the Seminoles had shown considerable interest, Clemson ultimately proved to be the best place for him to develop both as an athlete and as an individual.

The talented safety will bring his exceptional skills and unwavering dedication to the Tigers' renowned defense. Jones brings a unique blend of size, speed, and intelligence to the secondary.

Jones becomes the 13th commitment in the 2024 class for the Tigers pushing Clemson into the Top 10 in all major recruiting networks.