Maybe the official mascot of college football's early signing period can be a groundhog who doesn't see his shadow.
Yes, spring is coming quicker than expected. At least to recruiting.
Programs around the country put the foundation of their 2018 recruiting class in place this week, which begs the question: What happens now?
January used to be about official visits and constantly babysitting committed prospects to make sure nothing went awry before National Signing Day on the first Wednesday of February. The inaugural three-day early signing period, which ended Friday, changed the calendar.