High school football: Norman North's Jordan Evans getting attention at new position

But when Wade Standley took over the Timberwolves, he quickly deciding shifting Evans up to linebacker was the right move.

Now, a year later, Evans is generating more and more attention at the position and is No. 24 on The Oklahoman's Super 30 recruiting list.

“When Coach Standley moved me, he told me I'd be a great player there,” Evans said. “My mindset changed from that moment and I believed him.”

Evans might've believed him, but that doesn't mean the transition was smooth.

“It was tough at first,” Evans said. “It was quite a bit different. I didn't have to be as physical at corner as I do now but I love it.”

It wasn't until the first game of his junior season, a 28-21 loss to heavily favored rival Norman, that Evans felt like he was completely comfortable with the switch.

“Spring ball and camps were OK, but it's totally different than being there in a game,” Evans said. “At linebacker, I'm more involved. I have better opportunities to make plays and create my own plays instead of having to have everything come to me. At corner, you always have to be ready but most of the time you have to get a play to come your way.”

The switch paid off on the field, as Evans had 87 tackles and a pair of sacks as a junior. It has also translated into greater attention from college coaches.