When four-star recruits Najee Story, Mac Uihlein and Caleb Tiernan all committed to Northwestern this spring, it became clear that the 2021 football recruiting class would be one that stands out among the rest. Now, the group not only stands out for its talent but also for the unprecedented circumstances they will face during their senior year.
Never in sports history have high school football players had to overcome their fall seasons being canceled or minimized at such a large scale. The senior night that every athlete deserves and the chance to play for their hometown one more time for a state title along with the opportunity to go on official college visits were all taken away from the class of 2021 in the wake of coronavirus pandemic.