Ohio State Recruiting: Your 2016 Buckeye Class, Part 2

Nick Bosa- St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale, FL)

Size: 6’4″- 265 lbs.

Position: SDE (#1 SDE, five stars)

There was never really any question where Bosa was going to go, but he took his time in making that decision official. After a year of assumption, he let it be known in July of 2015. Florida State gave him something to at least consider, but ultimately there was no doubt that Bosa would continue his brother’s legacy at Ohio State.

Many that are close to the Aquinas program have said that Bosa is further along in his development than his brother was when he arrived in Columbus. That is lofty praise considering that Joey was an immediate factor in his freshman season.

Nick might not be quite as long in the arms as his older brother is, but his qualities rival those of the possible number one overall pick in the draft. He is explosive off of the ball, but is also plenty strong enough to shed blockers and make plays.

By all accounts, the Buckeyes are getting an absolute star in the making here. In a top-5 ranked class, Bosa is the gem of the haul. The hype and legacy talk is something that he is going to have to live with, but he appears to be very comfortable in who he is, and that he is his own person.

While he could certainly add some strength, and will, he already possesses everything else it takes to be great. Anything else than an All-American-worthy career would be a surprise. And a disappointment, frankly. Expect Bosa to make his case for playing time immediately upon his arrival in Columbus.

The combination of Jonathon Cooper and Nick Bosa could be a special duo for years to come at Ohio State.

Bosa’s commitment carries added weight, given the success Ohio State is continuing to have at St.Thomas Aquinas. It is a program that has more players in the NFL than any other high school program in the country. The Buckeyes already appear to be the leader for Aquinas receiver Trevon Grimes, one of the best at his position in the 2017 class. Every program in the country goes after Aquinas’ top talent, and Ohio State’s continued history with them could keep a pipeline of sorts open for the Buckeyes.