No. 5 – Ohio State
What Rittenberg Says
“For the first time in Ohio State’s storied history, quarterback is a premier position in the program. Day’s presence alongside offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson has placed a major emphasis on developing elite quarterbacks. Justin Fields will become the second Ohio State quarterback in three years to become an NFL first-round draft pick, after none since Art Schlichter in 1982. Fields undoubtedly leaves a massive short-term void — he had 5,373 pass yards and 63 touchdowns in just two seasons as a Buckeye — but with Day and Wilson still around, the position is stable. C.J. Stroud and Jack Miller both have four years of eligibility left and will compete to succeed Fields. Stroud, ESPN’s No. 2 pocket passer in the 2020 class, is the more decorated prospect, but both enter a truly open competition this spring.”
“Don’t discount Kyle McCord, ESPN’s No. 5 pocket passer and No. 31 overall player in the 2021 class. Ohio State also flipped Texas commit Quinn Ewers, ESPN’s No. 1 overall prospect in the 2022 class, and he is potentially the Buckeyes’ most decorated quarterback recruit ever. Day is stockpiling talent, and Ohio State remains a top transfer spot for QBs after Fields’ success.”