I agree with “if he were a D1 prospect he would know by now.” However, I would add .... in the west (area you mentioned).
Under normal circumstances there are far more D1 prospects in those states than available roster spots. Under COVID circumstances a lot of players who would have otherwise left with the draft and/or using up their eligibility will be returning.
2021’s are also starting to run up against the calendar. If he really wants to play D1 he may need to get seen on the other side of the Rockies.
Outside pitchers and catchers colleges don’t recruit by position. They recruit by talent. High school shortstops and center fielders are the most recruited position players. They’re fast and athletic. They can be moved anywhere on the field. The next recruits are mashers, players who can hit the ball over the fence. They are likely limited to 1B, LF and DH.
Just to demonstrate how recruits get moved around ... A friend’s son played nothing but short in high school. He became an All American shortstop, a first round pick and played eight years in MLB. His freshman year he played first. His ranked team already had an all-SEC shortstop.