<p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-Ohio-State-vs-Notre-Dame-2022_C0C0-OhioStatevNotreDame2022_4.jpg"><img width="198" height="244" title="OhioStatevNotreDame2022" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="OhioStatevNotreDame2022" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-Ohio-State-vs-Notre-Dame-2022_C0C0-OhioStatevNotreDame2022_thumb_1.jpg" border="0"></a></p><p>Ohio State vs Notre Dame is the headline game of week one of college football. Preseason ranked three and five respectively, this is an early clash between teams who are expected to be contenders at the end of the season. There are several storylines and players to watch during Ohio State vs Notre Dame.</p> <h2>Coaches in the Spotlight</h2> <p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcus_Freeman" target="_blank">Marcus Freeman</a> enters his first season as head coach of Notre Dame. The former Ohio State linebacker was the defensive coordinator for the Irish last season but now takes over the team with the departure of Brian Kelly. Freeman led Notre Dame against Oklahoma State in the Fiesta Bowl. They lost a close game to begin his head coaching career.</p> <p>As for Ohio State, <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/3091/ryan-day-announces-2021-coaching-team-changes-at-ohio-state" target="_blank">Ryan Day</a> enters his fifth season as head coach of the Buckeyes. Day has amassed an impressive record of 34-4. Last season, he was well on his way to another playoff berth before Michigan finally showed up in their big annual contest. Ohio State had to settle for a win in the Rose Bowl which ended their season with a rank of six.</p> <h2>Players to Watch</h2> <p>While the coaching unknowns of Freeman plays a part, the talent on the field is clearly skewed towards Ohio State with three preseason All-American selections (RB <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/3044/five-star-running-back-treveyon-henderson-from-hopewell-virginia-1" target="_blank">TreVeyon Henderson</a>, WR <a href="https://escoutroom.com/eScoutRoom/Articles/Articles-Detail/ArticleId/2943/Jaxon-Smith-Njigba-Brings-4-star-Receiving-Talents-To-OSU" target="_blank">Jaxon Smith-Njigba</a>, OT <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/2926/paris-johnson-jr-will-play-ot-at-osu" target="_blank">Paris Johnson</a>). Plus, they return <a href="https://ohiostatebuckeyes.com/roster/c-j-stroud/" target="_blank">quarterback C.J. Stroud</a> who put together a phenomenal season last year with 4435 yards, 44 touchdown passes, and a completion percentage of 71.9%.</p> <p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/tyler-buchner-46047388/" target="_blank">Tyler Buchner</a> is a first year starter at quarterback has big shoes to fill. Jack Coan put together a strong season that helped lead the team to an 11-2 record. Coan graduated and was recently waived by the Indianapolis Colts. There are returning offensive leaders to help Buchner with TE Michael Mayer, OL Jarrett Patterson, and Braden Lenzy. They will need a solid performance from the defense led by Isaiah Foskey, J.D. Bertrand, and Jack Kiser. Al Golden, who replaces Freeman as defensive coordinator, needs to have the troops ready to perform.</p> <h2>Ohio State Heavy Favorites</h2> <p>Day and Buckeyes come into this game as heavy favorites. Most lines list Notre Dame as 17.5 point underdogs. Freeman will need to get the most out of his players to compete in this game. There are simply too many unknowns for Notre Dame to keep the line close. Ohio State will look to make a statement with a big win against a top five opponent which will help propel them up the board early in the season.</p> <h2>Game Tickets</h2> <p>While there are still <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=aX1kZAWVIVI&mid=39082&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ticketnetwork.com%2Ftickets%2F4938681%2Fohio-state-buckeyes-vs-notre-dame-fighting-irish-tickets-sat-sep-3-2022-ohio-stadium" target="_blank">tickets available for Ohio State vs Notre Dame</a> on third party sites, you will pay heavily for the chance to watch the game live. Tickets in the "cheap seats" are topping $250. If you are in Ohio this weekend, you can make the game if you are willing to spend the money.</p>

Posted on Wed, 31 Aug 2022 12:57:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...-dame-2022

<p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-86017e0f9d9c_1404A-BrockGlenn_4.jpg"><img width="184" height="244" title="BrockGlenn" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="BrockGlenn" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-86017e0f9d9c_1404A-BrockGlenn_thumb_1.jpg" border="0"></a></p> <p>Brock Glenn (<a href="https://twitter.com/Brock1Glenn" target="_blank">twitter</a>) was recruited by Corey Dennis for the Ohio State Buckeyes. He took an official visit to Columbus on June 17th and committed to the program on July 30th. One of the biggest decisions in his life. He made the announcement on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tK0aTJO1Hl8" target="_blank">Youtube</a> with 247Sports. The Ohio State coaching staff really loves the direction Glenn is headed as a quarterback.</p> <h2>Why Ohio State?</h2><p>Glenn also visited Auburn, Florida State, and TCU. But the visit to Ohio State cleared up a lot of what the Buckeyes had to offer and made him feel at home with the team. Working with Ryan Day and <a href="https://ohiostate.escoutroom.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/3091/ryan-day-announces-2021-coaching-team-changes-at-ohio-state-1" target="_blank">Corey Dennis</a>, Ohio State's quarterback coach, was the main reason for this selection of the Buckeyes. Had over 34 scholarship offers, is considered a 4 star prospect and the 23rd best at his position in the class nationally.</p> <p>Glenn is from Lausanne Collegiate School in Memphis Tennessee. He was selected by the Elite 11 Finals Roster where he got to meet CJ Stroud. Plays in a shotgun pro-style offense, has good size, and the ability to avoid tacklers in the pocket.<br> He averaged 150 yards per game as a Junior with 23 touchdowns and 9 interceptions. He will enroll early and train in the Spring next year.</p> <h2>Ohio State Quarterback Room</h2><p>Ohio State currently has CJ Stroud, <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/2976/buckeyes-snap-up-kyle-mccord" target="_blank">Kyle McCord</a>, and <a href="https://www.efilmroom.com/Video-Vault/Video-Vault-Details/ArticleId/3131/Devin-Brown-Ohio-State-Quarterback" target="_blank">Devin Brown</a> as scholarship quarterbacks on campus. Glenn is not afraid of the competition. The quarterbacks that have come out of Ohio State and made it to the NFL recently, Dwayne Haskins, Justin Fields, and Joe Borrow, made him see that OSU is able to develop top talent for the next level.</p> <p>"Ohio State is one of the best places for me to get coached by one of the best coaches and develop my skills. I like that I will have a great chance to play early if I do everything I need to do, and I feel that it is a great place for me to get a great education." - Brock Glenn</p> <iframe width="909" height="511" title="WATCH: 4-star QB Brock Glenn commits to the Ohio State Buckeyes" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tK0aTJO1Hl8" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"></iframe> <h3>WATCH: 4-star QB Brock Glenn commits to the Ohio State Buckeyes</h3>

Posted on Wed, 24 Aug 2022 21:54:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...e-buckeyes

<p>Jalani Thurman (<a href="https://twitter.com/jelani3345" target="_blank">twitter</a>) committed to Ohio State on July 17th, giving the Buckeyes another great receiving threat for the 2023 class. Their #1 rated class now has 19 prospects and is quickly wrapping up. Thurman's father is Odell Thurman, former NFL linebacker, who played at Georgia and then the Cincinnati Bengals. His mother, Kara Braxton, was an WNBA player that also played at Georgia. Thurman, 6'6" 230 lbs., is from Langston Hughes Fairburn, GA High School.</p><p>He becomes the 2nd tight end in the Ohio State class along with <a href="https://fryingpansports.com/tennessee-tight-end-ty-lockwood-now-a-2023-ohio-state-commit/" target="_blank">Ty Lockwood</a>. Impressive that Ohio State was able to go into Georgia and grab one of the most sought after tight-ends in the country.</p><p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-25398686ca94_135BF-JelanieThurman_2.jpg"><img width="244" height="244" title="JelanieThurman" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="JelanieThurman" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-25398686ca94_135BF-JelanieThurman_thumb.jpg" border="0"></a></p> <h2>Who Recruited Thurman</h2> <p>Kevin Wilson recruited Thurman for Ohio State, Joe Cox was recruiting him for Alabama, Zac Etheridge was recruiting him for Auburn, Ted Gilmore was recruiting him for Michigan State, Kyle Richardson was recruiting him for Clemson, And Chip Long for Georgia Tech.</p> <h2>Offers and Favorites</h2> <p>Thurman had 29 offers with Ohio State, Alabama, Auburn, and Michigan State all favorites.</p> <h2>Official Visits</h2> <p>Thurman visited Michigan State on June 3rd, Auburn on June 10th, Alabama on June 17th, and Ohio State on June 24th.</p> <h2>National Ranking</h2> <p>Thurman is a 4 Star recruit, the 115th best nationally, and 7th best tight end in the country.</p> <h2>Thurman Crystal Ball Predictions</h2> <p>Josh McCuistion, Andrew Ivins, Bud Elliott, Steve Wiltfong, Bill Kurelic were all predicting Ohio State when he committed on the 17th of July.</p> <h2>Stats for 2021</h2> <p>Thurman had 31 receptions for 479 yards and 7 touchdowns in 2021.</p> <h2>Scouting Report</h2> <p>Thurman has a Big frame with the height needed for the position. With his athleticism, he can contest balls and reach for passes over defenders. Played multiple position on the offensive side of the ball in Georgia.</p> <iframe width="1189" height="669" title="Jelani Thurman Commits to Ohio State" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iyJT1Eef8QM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"></iframe> <h3>Jelani Thurman Commits to Ohio State</h3>

Posted on Thu, 21 Jul 2022 21:16:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...-tight-end

<p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-4883f9258c1f_DA6A-Big10USCUCLA_2.png"><img width="244" height="244" title="Big10USCUCLA" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="Big10USCUCLA" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-4883f9258c1f_DA6A-Big10USCUCLA_thumb.png" border="0"></a></p><p>The NCAA has schools split up into conferences that determine standings, bracket position, and whole lot of cash. Historically, conferences have made up their membership based on regional location. However, in the last decade or so, we've seen conferences shifting and deals being made to support performance and financial sustainability. USC and UCLA have been members of the <a href="https://pac-12.com/" target="_blank">PAC 12 conference</a> since the 1920's. They've been a staple of the conference that also includes Western-based universities like Stanford, Arizona State, and the University of Utah. In 2024, USC and UCLA will leaving the PAC 12 and joining the BIG 10, which is made up of mostly mid-Western states with hard-hitting reputations in the world of college sports. We're talking about Michigan, Nebraska, and <a href="http://brutusreport.com/" target="_blank">Ohio State</a>. The BIG 10 is currently comprised of 14 teams, so these two California teams will make the BIG 10, in reality, the BIG 16. The consequences for the PAC 12 could be detrimental, while the acquisition for the BIG 10 could be considered somewhat of an NCAA monopoly.</p> <p>Historically, three states produce the most professional football players that go on to play in the NFL: Florida, Texas, and California. There are also more NBA players from California than any other state. Naturally, anyone looking for the next big football or basketball star would start the search in California. By USC leaving the PAC 12 and going to the BIG 10, they take with them a very large football fan base into the mid-west. The same is true for the UCLA basketball program, being consistently one of the top five teams in NCAA basketball year after year. With them moving to the BIG 10, USC and UCLA are providing the conference with an astronomical amount of fans committed to watching their favorite teams during the season. More viewers means higher ratings, and higher ratings means more money for anyone wanting a commercial spot on TV or advertisement space in the programs. More viewers also means higher ticket and merchandise prices along with the fans willing to pay them. This also means that the BIG 10 has a funnel into some of the top athletes having their eye on the NFL and NBA, boosting the BIG 10's reputation for producing professional athletes. The NCAA is a big business and the BIG 10 is playing the money game.</p> <h2>Damage to the Pac 12</h2><p>The most damage from this new shift in conference membership will be done in the PAC 12. The PAC 12 conference has some great university talent, but with them being in smaller populated states and smaller viewing markets, the impact of this move will take away a large chunk of the PAC 12's fan base, viewing numbers, and ultimately, it's ratings. The financial consequences of losing USC and UCLA to another conference will force the PAC 12 to be creative in it's recruiting strategies, marketing techniques, and how they keep their teams in the top of the ranks. They'll need to adapt and adjust quickly to ensure quality coaching, athlete commitment, and fan commitment can not only stay consistent, but simply just keep up with what the BIG 10 will be taking from them.</p> <iframe width="917" height="516" title="THE HERD | Colin Cowherd " src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LgaLaSt_ivA" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" 2024"="" in="" ten="" big="" for="" pac-12="" leaving="" ucla="" and="" usc="" shocked"=""></iframe> <h3>THE HERD | Colin Cowherd "SHOCKED" USC and UCLA leaving Pac-12 for Big Ten in 2024</h3><div class="feedflare">
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Posted on Tue, 05 Jul 2022 14:39:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...-the-big10

<p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-58ffc1c6c33c_B792-CarnellTate_2.jpg"><img width="644" height="334" title="CarnellTate" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="CarnellTate" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-58ffc1c6c33c_B792-CarnellTate_thumb.jpg" border="0"></a></p><p>The Carnell Tate saga is about to come to an end. The four-star wide receiver has whittled down his list of scholarship offers to four schools (LSU, Notre Dame, Ohio State and Tennessee) and is nearing a decision on where he'll play <a href="https://brutusreport.com" target="_blank">college ball</a>.</p> <p>Tate from <a href="https://www.imgacademy.com/" target="_blank">IMG Academy</a> Bradenton Florida. A tall receiver at 6'2", 185 lbs., with long arms and big hands. He Creates separation, body control, has experience playing inside and outside. Tate has a big frame and long strides that allow him to stretch the field vertically. He has elite speed with excellent quickness and body control. Tate will run by defenders on deep routes but also shows the ability to make tough catches down the sideline in traffic. Tate will be an immediate impact player at the next level.</p> <p>Tate (<a href="https://twitter.com/carnelltate_" target="_blank">twitter</a>) said he’s looking for a school that offers great coaching, something that Ohio State has because of the new offensive system being installed by <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/3091/ryan-day-announces-2021-coaching-team-changes-at-ohio-state" target="_blank">Ryan Day</a>. That sounded like music to Tate’s ears after hearing about how well Wilson, Olave and Williams were coached during their time in Columbus.</p> <h2>Who's Recruiting Tate</h2> <p>For Ohio State, Brian Hartline is the primary recruiter. Notre Dame has Tommy Rees and Del Alexander recruiting Tate. Alabama's recruiter is Holmon Wiggins. Tennessee has Kodi Burns and Alex Golesh. While Georgia's primary is Cortez Hankton.</p> <h2>Offers and Favorites</h2> <p>Tate has over 36 offers with Tennessee, LSU, Notre Dame and Ohio State leading at the beginning of June. Tate said he feels as though he could step in and contribute at Ohio State if he were to commit there.</p> <h2>Carnell Tate Visits</h2> <p>On April 8th, Tate visited Tennessee. April 22nd he visited LSU. He visited Ohio State on April 2nd, 2022. He saw Notre Dame on March 15th, 2022. And he was at Georgia on March 26th, 2022. The South Florida Express is expected to be in Columbus for Ohio State’s 7-on-7 tournament on June 16. Could he commit in the days before the unofficial visit? We’ll have to wait and see.</p> <h2>Ranking</h2> <p>Tate is considered the 6th best wide receiver in the country, 39th best overall nationally, and 10th best recruit in the State of Florida for 2023.</p> <h2>Crystal Ball Predictions</h2> <p>Tom Loy predicted with medium confidence Ohio State. Steve Wiltfong has medium confidence of Ohio State. Mike Singer liked Notre Dame in May of 2021. Carson MacRae, EJ Holland, Sam Spiegelman, Woody Wommack, Geoffrey Ketchum, Mike Farrell, and Kevin Noon like Ohio State. And Kyle Kelly recently went with Tennessee.</p><h2>Bowl Invitations</h2> <p>Tate is on the All American Bowl Roster for 2023.</p> <h2>Stats</h2> <p>In 2019, he had 444 yards on 28 catches and 5 touchdowns.</p> <iframe width="994" height="559" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/QC-Yr6YA9lU" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"></iframe> <h3>Interview with five-star WR Carnell Tate</h3><div class="feedflare">
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Posted on Thu, 02 Jun 2022 12:21:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...mg-academy

<p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-8047c85ba5d3_D435-BrysonRodgers_2.jpg"><img width="244" height="164" title="BrysonRodgers" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="BrysonRodgers" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-8047c85ba5d3_D435-BrysonRodgers_thumb.jpg" border="0"></a></p><p>Bryson Rodgers (<a href="https://twitter.com/IBryson13" target="_blank">twitter</a>) from Zephyrhills Florida Wiregrass Ranch High School Class of 2023 is now <a href="https://twitter.com/IBryson13/status/1515741330567225344" target="_blank">committed to play football</a> for Ohio State starting next year. The 3 Star recruit, the 46th best receiver in the country, 73th best overall in Florida, had 42 offers total with offers from Ohio State, LSU, Texas, Alabama, and Florida.</p> <h2>Crystal Ball and Recruitment</h2><p>A Crystal Ball prediction was for the University of Florida. Rodgers was recruited by <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/2928/what-does-brian-hartline-bring-to-the-coaching-staff-at-ohio-state" target="_blank">Brian Hartline</a> for Ohio State, Holmon Wiggins for Alabama, and Adam Fuller and Ron Dugans for Florida State. He caught 42 passes in 2021 from Rocco Becht for 14 touchdowns and 645 yards.</p> <h2>Bryson Rodgers Visits</h2><p>Rodgers will visit Ohio State on September 3rd, 2022, he unofficially visited the Buckeyes on April 16th. Was on hand for the Ohio State Spring Game. He also unofficially visited Florida State (April 9th), Miami University (March 31st) and Florida (March 15th).</p> <p>Rodgers grew up in Warren Ohio and routed for the Ohio State University as a kid. He also plays 7-on-7 for Team Tampa with Ohio State commit <a href="https://fryingpansports.com/dijon-johnson-2023-ohio-state-corner-back/" target="_blank">CB Dijon Johnson</a>. Florida wide receiver Bryson Rodgers is a playmaker that attacks the ball out of the air and has the athletic ability to add yards after catch. He is a smooth route runner and is always moving his feet. Rodgers has good height, speed and hands to be productive at the next level.</p> <h2>Ohio State 2023 Class</h2><p>Ohio State is building an impressive class for the upcoming 2023 season and adding another piece to the puzzle from the Sunshine State. Ohio State now has 4 players from Florida in the 2023 class including Rodgers, Johnson, Mark Fletcher, and Cedrick Hawkins. </p> <p>The team plans to add more wide receivers to the class including Carnell Tate, Noah Rogers and possibly Brandon Inniss. Brian Hartline has been able to sell his development skills after having <a href="https://escoutroom.com/eScoutRoom/Articles/Articles-Detail/ArticleId/2895/Chris-Olave-Yet-Another-Receiver-For-Buckeyes" target="_blank">Chris Olave</a> and <a href="https://efilmroom.com/Video-Vault/Video-Vault-Details/ArticleId/2917/Ohio-State-Gets-Garrett-Wilson" target="_blank">Garrett Wilson</a> both drafted in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. The fact that these two players are playing at such a high level for so many years shows that there is something Hartline does to help these players succeed.</p> <iframe width="943" height="530" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UhJ_aXULEMw" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"></iframe> <h3>Bryson Rodgers: Ohio State 2023 receiver target on 'dream school' curse, how Buckeyes can top SEC</h3><div class="feedflare">
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Posted on Wed, 18 May 2022 14:12:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...-rodgers-1

<p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-Mark-Fletcher-Ohio-State-2023-Running-Ba_136EA-MarkFletcher_2.jpg"><img width="351" height="484" title="MarkFletcher" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="MarkFletcher" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-Mark-Fletcher-Ohio-State-2023-Running-Ba_136EA-MarkFletcher_thumb.jpg" border="0"></a></p> <p>Mark Fletcher from American Heritage in Fort Lauderdale Florida <a href="https://twitter.com/fletcherjr_mark/status/1514028798118965252" target="_blank">committed to Ohio State</a> for the 2023 season earlier this month. Considered a big back, he has provided his school with three productive high school football seasons, gaining over 2500 yards and 29 touchdowns.</p> <p>At 6'1" 225 lbs. Fletcher, a four start running back, picked OSU over Penn State, Michigan, and Miami of Florida. He is rated the 7th best running back in the country. He made visits to Ohio State on April 1st, Miami on March 24th, Michigan on March 21st and was at USC on March 11th.</p> <p>Crystal Ball projections made shortly prior to the commitment had Fletcher going to the Buckeyes.</p> <h2>Ohio State 2023 Class</h2><p>Running Back's <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/2661/tony-alford-sees-opportunity-at-ohio-state" target="_blank">coach Tony Alford</a> recruited Fletcher and is looking to add another back to the 2023 class. At the time of Fletcher's commitment, Ohio State had 6 commits including mostly defensive players. No other running backs are currently looking to join the Buckeye's class. Ahead of Fletcher on the depth chart are Marcus Crowley, Miyan Williams, Treveyon Henderson, Evan Pryor and Dallen Hayden. </p> <p>Fletcher plays 7-on-7 with current commit Cedrick Hawkins at South Florida Express. He can catch the ball and has decent speed in space as seen in film.</p> <p>American Heritage is a school Ohio State has been trying to create a relationship with for some time. So getting Fletcher is an important step for the Buckeyes in Florida.</p> <iframe width="957" height="538" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xW-B0frVzdg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"></iframe> <h3>What are the Buckeyes getting with Mark Fletcher?</h3><div class="feedflare">
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Posted on Tue, 19 Apr 2022 21:22:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...nning-back

<p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-4c319cc43cc5_CDCB-UrbanMeyer_2.jpg"><img width="244" height="244" title="UrbanMeyer" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="UrbanMeyer" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-4c319cc43cc5_CDCB-UrbanMeyer_thumb.jpg" border="0"></a></p><p>The Urban Meyer news of late is a huge college football story, along with the new Name, Image, and Likeness rules. Mr. Meyer accepting a position on the board of directors for the THE Foundation is in sync with the new rule. This rule states that college sports players can now earn money through <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/3114/ohio-state-buckeyes-v-akron-zips-week" target="_blank">name, image, and likeness</a> deals with companies like Nike.</p> <h2>THE Foundation</h2><p>What the <a href="https://twitter.com/TheFoundation1_" target="_blank">THE Foundation</a> does is help improve the quality of life for the sports players on the college level at Ohio State University. So not only are the players allowed to make money where only the NCAA used to, there may be other perks to being a player at O.S.U. through The Foundation.</p> <p>With all the bad news in the world today, what is happening in Ohio is welcome news indeed. For years now, people have been formulating ways to help college players receive monies for all the money they bring to the school and the NCAA. It was an off-balance partnership, with the bread winners left eating crumbs.</p> <h2>Urban Meyer News</h2><p>One cannot help but get the impression that Urban Meyer had been working hard behind the scenes to get this done for both the player's sake and his. Maybe he "profited" from his behind-the-scenes work by way of getting fast racked onto the board, which is fine if true. It's fine, considering the players got the best deal out of it.</p> <p>The prospect of getting endorsement deals when you're good enough should help spark greater competition. Competition between players for a good payday only makes the players better, the teams better, and the league itself better because of the rising talents.</p> <p>It's still unclear exactly how the THE Foundation will improve their quality of life. Hopefully health insurance is on the top of the list. If the NCAA does this already, more supplemental insurance is never a bad thing. Or possibly pushing the right people to put more relevant and needed money management courses into the curriculum. Making a lot of money is one thing, but learning how to manage it will greatly improve the player's quality of life.</p> <p>So all in all, the business end of this sport, in this college and others, is gaining positive press for their endeavors. The Urban Meyer news is good in and of itself, but when you couple that with the new name/image/likeness rule, you have a sport that is turning heads and, potentially, a larger fan base.</p> <p>We can only hope that Mr. Meyer serves a long and distinguished tenure at the Foundation. That step up for him was a logical and productive one. We also hope the new rules will benefit the players, as the context of the rule is intended.</p> <iframe width="951" height="535" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/leWjdWYxNDI" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"></iframe> <h3>NAME IMAGE AND LIKENESS NCAA RULE CHANGE EXPLAINED | USC Athlete Victoria Garrick</h3><div class="feedflare">
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Posted on Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:47:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...il-company

<p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-Luke-Montgomery-Buckeye-Offensive-linema_F577-LukeMontgomery_2.jpg"><img width="644" height="334" title="LukeMontgomery" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="LukeMontgomery" src="https://brutusreport.com/Portals/0/DNNArticle/Files/1405/WLWimages/Open-Live-Writer-Luke-Montgomery-Buckeye-Offensive-linema_F577-LukeMontgomery_thumb.jpg" border="0"></a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/lukeMonty8" target="_blank">Luke Montgomery</a>, 6'5" 270 lbs., out of Findlay Ohio High School recently committed to the Ohio State football team for 2023. Some teams thought he could also play defensive line but was rated on the offensive line and is coming to Columbus to play that position. He said shortly after a school event that he wants to compete and win a spot with OSU.</p> <p>Montgomery selected Ohio State because of the culture, coaches and teammates which were important to him. He committed to the Buckeyes at his school on the CBS HQ show. Ohio State moved from 12th in the country to 7th in the country with the commitment. So the class is well on its way to be a top 5 rated class as they seem to always finish. OSU offensive coach Kevin Wilson coached Montgomery's father when he attended Miami (Ohio), so there was more than one connection for the young prospect.</p> <h2>Who Recruited Montgomery</h2> <p><a href="https://brutusreport.com/Articles/Latest/Latest-Articles-Detail/ArticleId/2783/Kevin-Wilson-Has-Hoosiers-Believing-In-Themselves" target="_blank">Kevin Wilson</a> and Justin Frye for Ohio State. Bill O'Brien for Alabama. Sherrone Moore for Michigan. Mike Elston and Marcus Freeman for Notre Dame. And Robbie Caldwell for Clemson.</p> <p>Montgomery had over 30 Offers including Michigan, Ohio State, Clemson, Notre Dame, Oklahoma and Alabama as his favorites.</p> <h2>Montgomery Visits</h2> <p>Ryan Day, line coach <a href="https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest/latest-articles-detail/articleid/3136/justin-frye-offensive-line-coach-for-ohio-state" target="_blank">Justin Frye</a> and Corey Dennis from Ohio State visited Montgomery during a basketball game in Findlay on January 14th. Offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson visited Findlay for a basketball practice shortly after. Montgomery visited Ohio State with his parents at the end of January. His parents thought he was ready to commit to the Buckeyes during the visit but he waited a little longer to consider other programs.</p> <p>Other visits included Alabama on June 14th, 2021, USC on April 23rd of 2021, Clemson on June 15th, 2021, Georgia on June 12th, 2021, Georgia Tech on June 13th, 2021, Michigan on June 10th, 2021, Michigan State on June 26th, 2021, Penn State on July 25th, 2021, And Oklahoma on June 19th, 2021. After each visit he came back and still had Ohio State as the top program on his board.</p> <h2>Ranking</h2> <p>Montgomery is considered a 4 Star, 49th overall, 4th best offensive tackle, and the best prospect in Ohio.</p> <h2>Crystal Ball Predictions</h2> <p>Bill Kurelic, Steve Wiltfong, Sean Fitz, Justin Thind, JC Shurburtt, and Hale McGranahan all thought Ohio State. Joseph Hastings, Carson MacRae, Eric Lammers, Richard Schnyderite, Dylan Callaghan-Croley also all had Ohio State as his destination.</p> <h2>Scouting Report</h2> <p>Started as a tight end and defensive end but has grown into the tackle positions. Has the ability to pull and make plays out in space. Has experience at a number of spots on both sides of the line. Has a high school freshman brother, Ryan, that has also been offered a scholarship by Ohio State.</p> <p>He joins <a href="https://fryingpansports.com/joshua-padilla-2023-ohio-state-commit-at-offensive-lineman/" target="_blank">Joshua Padilla</a> from Ohio as lineman in Ohio State's 2023 class.</p> <iframe width="1048" height="590" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zDB1UQHXY08" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"></iframe> <h3>Luke Montgomery: Ohio State 2023 priority commits to the Buckeyes, ready to lead class</h3><div class="feedflare">
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Posted on Fri, 25 Feb 2022 19:43:00 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...n-for-2023

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Posted on Wed, 19 Jan 2022 15:26:20 GMT at https://brutusreport.com/articles/latest...e-buckeyes