What The Commitment of Wyatt Davis Means For Ohio State's 2017 Recruiting Class

Finding the right fit for your college football program isn’t just about what happens on the field, but off it as well. Today, Ohio State added a key piece. How will that commitment impact the Buckeyes? Not long ago, the future of Ohio State’s offensive line got even brighter with the commitment of 2017 five-star offensive lineman Wyatt Davis. Let’s take a deeper dive into what the 6-foot-5, 310-pounder’s pledge means for the Buckeyes moving forward. On The Field The first thing that stands out about Davis when you watch his tape is his pure size and agility. Individuals that big should not be able to move that well, especially when they are moving to the second level of a defense. Though he can sometimes play a tad too high, Davis’ frame and strength allows him to overpower opponents once he gets his hands on them. That is usually their first — and eventually, only — mistake. Once Davis engages a defender, he has the unique ability to turn them around and get them out of position by shoving them where he pleases. Plus, Davis always plays to the whistle regardless where the football goes on a play, something that had to catch Ohio State’s eye in the recruitment process. David spent most of his time at tackle at St. John Bosco, but also played guard and projects on the interior at the next level. He showed he has the balance and tenacity to pull and lead a runner through a hole, which the Braves do often. Basically, if they are running the ball, it is behind him. Davis…

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