Tony Alford and Ohio State's running back pursuits continue to be the talk of the Buckeye recruiting world. While Jeff Hafley is expecting some big news around 5 p.m. today, it's the backfield that remains the 2020 class's most glaring need.
Heading into the cycle, there were a few key areas of need. The wide receivers and defensive backs are just about finished, and Ryan Day already has 20 commitments in the fold for a class that's expected to get up to at least 25. With only a handful of space remaining, it's Alford's unit that continues to be the focal point.