So everyone makes a fuss when college football takes over Friday night and nudges aside high school football. What then do we say about tonight’s high school game on ESPN2 when Thursday night has in recent years been reserved for college football?

I, for one, expect a lot of people to say “Hey, isn’t that…” and the answer will be yes.

Two of the top five teams in the top level of Alabama high school football square off when Class 6A’s No. 2 Daphne takes on No. 5 Foley. Foley features receiver Julio Jones, who is considered the best high school player in the nation. Jones will not be alone as Daphne has a few stars, too.

Daphne can counter with some super talent of its own — like Auburn commitment Reggie Hunt at tailback and speedy Coley White at quarterback. White is the younger brother of Heisman candidate and West Virginia quarterback Pat White.

“I think there are a lot of story lines that make this game attractive to a national audience,” said Vickery. “Kenny Stabler played at Foley and Pat played at Daphne. It’s just a great opportunity for our two programs and for our state to take the national stage.”

Because you’re wondering, Coley is pretty good and has been offered scholarships by WVU, Georgia Tech, Iowa State, Central Michigan and Florida International.