I didn’t want to wait for A-Deck to get a couple things out re: notes from the big recruiting weekend. Will definitely go more in-depth on Wednesday with a few other notes, but wanted to share some things sooner versus later.
The visit with C.J. Stroud went very well on both sides, as this was necessary for both parties to get a better feel for each other. While nothing “public” has been announced as far as an offer goes, I believe this has happened from what I’ve been told and I also have OSU as the leader for Stroud. My FutureCast is in on the Buckeyes but I could definitely see some official visits happening before a decision, including one to Columbus, maybe for the Penn State game in late November.
Also hearing really positive things about Tyler Baron’s visit. As Marc reported late in the week, Baron is no longer the lock to Tennessee that he once was. I was told that coming into the weekend that Ohio State had the best chance to beat the Vols, with Kentucky right behind them. After talking to some sources this weekend, I think OSU may be the team with the lead at this point in time. Baron was supposed to make a commitment later this month (assumingely to UT), but that now has been pushed back to a TBD date. I’m not at all close to being ready to call this one done and over, but things are trending positively towards Ohio State.
Not much on Kevontre Bradford right now but still digging. Should have more commentary on Wednesday there.
Weekend was very positive with all 2021 recruits in attendance. Don’t believe anything is imminent as far as a commitment goes, but I think the firm ground was laid for longer term pushes for a number of prospects. Between the atmosphere, game result, and buzz around this program right now, it was a home run weekend in regards to giving underclassmen a tremendous experience on campus.
