Jakailin Johnson, Denzel Burke and Sam Hart all return, Zen Michalski is already working as a peer recruiter, and Tywone Malone explains why OSU is out of contention.
Ohio State is out of the race for Tywone Malone, the nation's No. 55 overall player and No. 5 DT, who cut the Buckeyes from the list of schools he is considering.
The dead period extension through December could impact Emeka Egbuka's decision timeline, Tywone Malone sets his commit date and Will Johnson releases his top 10.
High-priority linebacker target Jalon Walker includes Ohio State in top 10, Tywone Malone is predicted to land with the Buckeyes, and OSU prospects set for Week 1.