The #2 Tight End In Georgia: Jelani Thurman

Jelani Thurman is a 4 Star recruit who plays Tight End at Langston Hughes High School. Thurman is ranked as the 133rd best recruit in the nation and is ranked as a top 10 Tight End in the nation as well. In addition, Thurman is listed as a top 15 recruit in the state of Georgia and is listed as the #2 Tight End in the state of Georgia. His top 8 schools are, Clemson, Alabama, Ohio State, Auburn, Oregon, Michigan State, Ole Miss, and Tennessee.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

My dad

What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Anything by Lil Baby, and Dreams and nightmares

What is your offseason training like?

it’s pretty simple, mostly with my school and a little 1on1 with my qb

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Playing in the state championship

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

I feel like one of the best players I’ve played with was my qb Air Noland

What was your reaction to getting your first offer?

I was in the car and I went crazy, my mom was trying to figure out what happened.

What is your favorite food?

Seafood

When did you realize you were talented at football?

When I was young playing rec, and saw I can have a real future in this

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Lebron

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Watching my mom win the WNBA Championship