Pendleton (SC) defensive tackle Michael Hill of Pendleton High School has committed to Ohio State, reports Rivals’ Ryan Bartow:
BREAKING NEWS: 4-star DT Michael Hill, from Pendleton (SC), the No. 1 recruit in South Carolina, commits to Ohio State— Ryan Bartow (@RyanBartow) June 27, 2012
The 6’2″, 315-pound tackle has the ability to play either inside or outside on the line, but he will likely serve as depth and possibly replace current starter Johnathan Hankins.
Hill is an extremely athletic player who has a nose for the ball. He’s an elite run-stopper with the potential to become an outstanding pass-rusher, especially with more work to what’s already a great first step.
As a junior, he recorded 81 tackles (25 TFL), six sacks and four forced fumbles.
Hill becomes the second prospect to give his verbal to the Buckeyes in as many days, and he is No. 14 in Urban Meyer’s recruiting class for 2013.
Before committing to Ohio State, Hill held offers from Alabama, Clemson,…
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