We have been diving into some of the more highly touted recruits in Ohio State history. We recently discussed the quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, offensive tackles, guards and centers, but we wanted to look into the history of recruiting defensive ends.
There are some very interesting names on this top-five recruiting list and even though 247Sports only goes back to 2000, there are some memorable names. It is always fun to reflect on how some of these guys performed and whether or not they lived up to expectations. This list only confirms the insanity of talent Ohio State has had at the defensive end position. Some of the impressive names that just missed this list are Adolphus Washington, Joey Bosa, and Tyreke Smith. Let’s dive in.
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J.T. Tuimoloau, Class of 2021
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247Sports Composite Rating .9989
The book is still open on the Ohio State career of J.T. Tuimoloau as he enters his true junior season and every Buckeye fan is expecting a big leap for the former highly touted recruit.
J.T. Tuimoloau had one of the best defensive performances in Ohio State history.pic.twitter.com/cklFjGjnon
— Mr. Ohio (@MrOH1O) October 30, 2022
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Jack Sawyer, Class of 2021
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247Sports Composite Rating .9980
Jack Sawyer was in the same class as the number one defensive end recruit in Ohio State history, J.T. Tuimoloau, and they are both solid players but are both still looking to completely fill the promise they showed upon entering the program.
Nice pressure from Jack Sawyer. Nice breakup by Denzel Burke. pic.twitter.com/6LW6zQaQ7O
— Bill Rabinowitz 🗞 (@brdispatch) April 17, 2023
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Noah Spencer, Class of 2012
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