A Midwest battle appears to be shaping up for a California cornerback.
Ohio State's 2020 recruiting class currently sits at No. 11 in the country with eight commitments in the fold. As the offensive side of the ball continues to dominate the class (seven commits), the new-look defensive coaching staff is looking to maintain and build upon the relationships established by the previous regime.
Ryan Day and the staff have a few crucial needs to address between now and next February. Keeping five-star tackle Paris Johnson Jr. in the fold and reloading the running back stable are two of the top priorities.