Ohio State Recruiting: 4 star LB commit puts 2019 class back into top 10
With the addition of a 4 star inside linebacker there are 16 commits in the 2019 Ohio State recruiting class which currently ranks No. 10 in the country.
Tommy Eichenberg became the first player to join the 2019 Ohio State recruiting class since Urban Meyer announced he will retire after the Rose Bowl. His commitment moves the class back into the top 10 in the 247Sports Composite.
Eichenberg is from Cleveland, Ohio and is listed at 6 ft. 3 and 225 pounds. He is ranked as the 19th best inside linebacker in the class and the No. 321 player overall.
Eichenberg is a welcome addition as he and Cade Stover are the only linebackers committed to the class. Athletes Steele Chambers and Craig Young could each end up playing linebacker but it’s difficult to predict just what position either will play at this point. Some think the 6 ft., 215 pound Chambers may play running back.
Let’s take a look at why Eichenberg was coveted by the Ohio State coaching staff.
This kid looks as though he has the talent to play middle linebacker or on the outside.
The 2019 Ohio State recruiting class is rounding into form and here are the players committed at the moment along with their position and overall rankings according to the 247Sports Composite.
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Garrett Wilson: Wide receiver No. 2, (16)
Harry Miller: Center No. 2, (31)
Jordan Battle: Safety No. 6, (77)
Doug Nester: Guard No. 5, (92)
Cade Stover: Outside linebacker No. 5, (106)
Ronnie Hickman: Safety No. 9, (112)
Jameson Williamson: Wide receiver No. 24, (139)
Steele Chambers: Athlete No. 10, (241)
Dwan Mathis: Pro Style quarterback, No. 9, (263)
Ryan Jacoby: Offensive tackle No. 26, (295)
Tommy Eichenberg: Inside linebacker No. 19, (321)
Noah Potter: Strong side defensive end No. 24, (328)
Marcus Crowley: Running back No. 26, (411)
Bryson Shaw: Safety No. 47, (562)
Craig Young: Athlete, No. 36, (592)
Cormontae Hamilton: Tight end No. 29, (680)
The 16 players committed to the 2019 Ohio State recruiting class is the fewest among teams ranked in the top 10 at the moment. However, now that recruits are certain Urban Meyer will retire after the Rose Bowl and Ryan Day will take over expect that to change soon.
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The Early Signing Period will begin in less than two weeks so you can expect more news concerning the 2019 class to be coming shortly. Stay tuned, things could get interesting before December 19.