After a successful visit last weekend, the Ohio State Buckeyes coaching staff envisioned the possibility of highly touted defensive back prospect Rashad Roundtree making plays in the secondary.
Unfortunately, that dream will not become a reality, as the Evans, Georgia, product decided to stay instate, committing to the Georgia Bulldogs on Friday morning, per Rivals’ Woody Wommack:
Aside from the Buckeyes and Bulldogs, the Lakeside High standout was also coveted by schools such as Alabama, Auburn and Clemson, among others. His size, speed and tackling ability made him one of the more exciting recruits in the class.
A 4-star prospect, according to 247Sports, Roundtree becomes the 10th 4-star recruit for Georgia. He’ll join three other defensive backs in a class that is shaping up to becoming one of the best in the nation, ranking No. 3 in 247Sports’ football recruiting team rankings.
Although Ohio State was high on Roundtree, the school already boasts an impressive crop of defensive backs.
Among the 20 commits, the Buckeyes boast five cornerbacks and one safety. That list is highlighted by 4-star prospects Eric Glover-Williams and Jamel Dean.
Now, priority No. 1 for the school should be in solidifying these commitments.
If there is any flip-flopping, the Ohio State coaching staff will hope it comes from rival Michigan’s own backyard. More specifically, 4-star cornerback and Wolverines commit Brian Cole.
As luck would have it, the…
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