Finding the right fit for your college football program isn't just about what happens on the field, but off it as well. Today, Ohio State added a key piece. How will that commitment impact the Buckeyes?
Ohio State landed a commitment from one of the nation's top-rated running backs when Avon, Indiana, four-star Sampson James pledged his services to the Buckeyes on Monday afternoon during a two-day unofficial visit.
Let's take a closer look at what James – the second-best prospect from the Hoosier State – brings to Columbus.
ON THE FIELD
The 6-foot-1, 211-pound James was a relatively unknown commodity heading into his junior season, but then proceeded to carry the ball 243 times for 1,782 yards and 20 touchdowns to lead the Orioles to the state semifinals last season.