Little strives to make big splash at next level

Originally Published: May 3, 2006
By Craig Haubert | Scouts Inc.
The city of Durham, N.C., has been a fixture in the headlines over rape allegations concerning the lacrosse team at Duke University, but in the world of college football, Durham is receiving attention for another reason.

Durham's Hillside High School is home to one of the elite recruits in the 2007 class in wide receiver/running back Greg Little. His last name is no indication of this prospect's physical prowess or ability -- he is a big, athletic, tough player who has caught the eye of recruiters nationwide. He has more than 35 offers, and the attention has caught the talented player off guard a bit.

"It was kind of a surprise at first at how fast the attention I was getting was coming at me," said Little, currently ESPN.com's top-rated wide receiver.


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