BREAKING: Troy lands in-state tight end

Nick Hampton - Photo via Larry RudolphThe Troy University Trojans added their third in-state prospect Thursday with a commitment from Nick Hampton.

Hampton attends Gulf Shores High School in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Nick could not be more excited about his future at Troy.

“They have a great culture,” Hampton said. “The coaches are great, and I feel I can get developed into the best player I can be. Throughout the recruiting process, they maintained communication and transparency with me. They made me a priority and that meant a lot to me.”

Hampton says Troy’s tight ends’ coach Kevin Reihner played a huge role in securing his commitment.

“It is not about the school that wants you but the one that…