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In some ways, it was the worst kept secret on the Ohio State beat. Former USC linebacker Palaie Gaoteote was added to the student directory recently, and was also spotted hanging out with the linebackers in some social media posts. So, unless there was a mistake at the OSU registrar’s office, or someone created a hologram of the former 5-star prospect, the writing was on the wall, ceilings, and all four corners of the Buckeye football room that he was at least at Ohio State and participating in team activities. But, there had not been confirmation from Ohio State until Friday. While speaking at Big Ten media days, head coach Ryan Day confirmed that Gaoteote is indeed in the mix. “He’s paying his own way right now,” Day told reporters Friday. “And then we’re going to hear from the NCAA about his eligibility here maybe in a few weeks — and…
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