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What the Commitment of Kendall Sheffield Means for Ohio State's 2017 Recruiting Class

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 locked down a commitment from the top-rated junior college cornerback in the country on Tuesday when Brenham, Texas, Blinn College four-star Kendall Sheffield picked the Buckeyes over several offers closer to home.

Let's take a look at what Sheffield — the fifth-best JUCO prospect overall in the Class of 2017 — brings to Columbus.

ON THE FIELD

Sheffield has good size and long arms that will help him in coverage, but what stands out about him is his speed.