We’re still nine months from national signing day, but Ohio State’s 2016 recruiting class is already shaping up as one of the best—if not the best—in the country.
Urban Meyer and the Buckeyes’ coaching staff have been very busy, securing 15 commitments from top prospects for their 2016 class. The group ranks second nationally behind that of Florida State, which holds a very slim edge over the Buckeyes in 247Sports’ team rankings.
With around nine available scholarships remaining—a number that’s largely dependent on how many non-senior Buckeyes opt for the NFL draft next winter—Ohio State still has plenty of talented targets left on its board.
But a majority of the work for this year’s class is already done. Here are some early grades for the Buckeyes’ 2016 recruiting efforts.
Offense
With nine players already committed to line up in Ed Warinner’s offense, Ohio State is ensuring its ability to light up the scoreboard in the coming years.
A glance at the top of their board provides a glimpse into the Buckeyes’ offensive identity.
Kareem Walker, Demario McCall and George Hill are Ohio State’s three highest-rated recruits, and they all play running back for their respective high schools.
Walker, the Buckeyes’ lone 5-star pledge, surprised everyone when he announced his commitment during Ohio State’s national title victory over Oregon. During that game, Ezekiel Elliott was pounding his way to 246 yards…
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