It's difficult enough for Northwestern to land a player from Los Angeles with an offer list like Makai Cope's. Add the fact that he even can't visit the campus and the challenge becomes even more daunting.

But Wildcats coaches are doing everything they can to entice the three-star wide receiver virtually. So far, it's working, as they are among the frontunners for the talented 6-foot-3, 200-pounder from Culver City.

We caught up with Cope to get the latest on his recruiting picture and interest in the Wildcats.