Mario Buford, 4-star defensive back, high on Nebraska, but Michigan State, Oregon, Washington, others looming

DeSoto (Texas) four-star defensive back Mario Buford is eager to set his official visit schedule

Andrew Nemec, SBLive Sports | May 3, 2023

DeSoto (Texas) four-star defensive back Mario Buford spent last weekend in Eugene, Oregon.

First, he attended the Oregon Ducks spring game Saturday. Then, he made the short trip to Sheldon High School on Sunday for the All-22 portion of the Elite 11 Eugene regional.

For the 5-foot-11, 170-pound versatile defensive back, the weekend marked his last unofficial visit, which meant he was beginning to sort out his official visit schedule.

Following Sunday's camp, Buford discussed his top suitors, as well as possible programs who will earn an official visit.

Among those schools were Arkansas, Michigan State, Nebraska, Oregon, Penn State and Washington.

Here's what he had to say about his contenders:

Published May 3, 2023

ANDREW NEMEC, SBLIVE SPORTS

Andrew Nemec covers national high school recruiting and brings more than a decade of experience. Andrew hosts "Recruiting with Andrew Nemec" on ESPN-affiliate 1080 The FAN in Portland, Oregon. He holds a journalism degree from the University of Oregon.