Ohio State fans have enjoyed a remarkable run watching the Buckeyes battle onward despite a pair of devastating injuries at quarterback.
Just one win away from completing the journey with a national championship, there’s reason to be excited about what lies well beyond the title bout with Oregon. Ohio State has stocked its 2015 recruiting class with players capable of delivering successful seasons down the line.
Quarterback Torrance Gibson and running back Michael Weber provide plenty of promise for an offensive backfield that’s flaunted its depth throughout the 2014-15 campaign. Both players carry clout in this recruiting cycle and are considered two of the top 100 overall prospects.
The 4-star tandem took part in U.S. Army All-American Bowl festivities last week, getting an opportunity to see each other in action.
Weber started for Team West and went on to lead all players with 48 rushing yards on 10 carries. Gibson, the Team East starter behind center, completed five of eight pass attempts for 47 yards.
“We could do incredible things together,” Gibson said.
The coveted recruits each racked up accomplishments during impressive prep careers.
Weber, rated 13th nationally among running backs in 247Sports’ composite rankings, rushed for 2,268 yards and 29 touchdowns as a senior at Cass Technical High School in Detroit. He gained at least 1,600 yards on the ground during each of the past three seasons, winning a state title in 2012.
“Mike is a…
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