Ever since offering him in May, Ohio State had been looking to get Will Shipley on campus for a game atmosphere, and on Oct. 26 the Buckeyes succeeded.
They didn’t only succeed in getting the Weddington (N.C.) High School star running back – the nation’s No. 1-ranked all-purpose back in 2021 – into the Shoe. They also impressed Shipley and his father with the environment of the stadium, the engagement of the fans and the usage of J.K. Dobbins in the offense, notably in the passing game where Shipley’s elusive strengths shine.
The whole weekend experience was enough to get both Shipleys to relay that they needed to get Will’s mom back up to Columbus to see what it’s like.