June 19, 2026

Ohio State football and the recruiting battle for 4-star safety Markeith Williams


COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State football is off to a strong start in adding depth in the secondary in its 2022 recruiting class. With some cornerbacks already in hand, safety is next and Markeith Williams is one of the Buckeyes’ top available options. WHO: 4-star defensive back who plays for Evans High School in Orlando, Florida. SIZE: 6-foot-3, 180 pounds. RANKING: The No. 15 safety in the class of 2022, No. 247 player. THE BATTLE: Williams trimmed his list to the Buckeyes, Alabama and Florida in January but didn’t set a commitment date. THE HOMESTATE FACTOR: The Gators’ 2022 recruiting class already holds five commits but only one is rated inside the top 200. Adding Williams would give Florida five in-state players and a second defensive commit. THE GEOGRAPHY: Prattville is 654 miles from Ohio State’s campus, a nine-hour drive. THE OTHER CONTENDERS: This is going to be a battle…

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