Mike Mitchell to Ohio State: Buckeyes Land Top-Ranked Football Recruit

After contemplating his decision, star outside linebacker prospect and top-ranked football recruit Mike Mitchell has decided to attend Ohio State, according to the Twitter feed of the All-American Bowl:

Congrats West LB Mike Mitchell on his commitment to THE Ohio State University! #Buckeyes #OSU— All-American Bowl (@ArmyAllAmerican) January 5, 2013

 
The 4-star recruit is ranked as the third-best outside linebacker prospect in the nation by Rivals, and he was one of the biggest stars whose commitment college football fans were waiting on.
At 6’4” and 216 pounds already, with a 4.39 40-yard dash, the upside for this young man is through the roof. With the right dedication to the sport and training, there is little doubt that Mitchell has the size and speed to be a star in college and beyond.

 
What It Means
Mitchell was reportedly considering Florida State, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Oregon and Texas A&M (h/t Rivals), but his ultimate decision to…

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