For a while, the [autotag]Ohio State[/autotag] tight ends were pretty much a glorified offensive lineman, but head coach [autotag]Ryan Day[/autotag] is trying to change that narrative.
Day has recently seen Cade Stover make some impressive strides as a pass catcher and develop some depth behind him. [autotag]Joe Royer[/autotag] and [autotag]Gee Scott Jr.[/autotag] are next in line and early enrolling freshman Jelani Thurman has already made a positive impression.
The trend needs to continue and that starts with recruiting. In the 2024 cycle, the Buckeyes have a commitment from Tennessee’s Max LeBlanc, a very solid player.
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There is no current commit in the 2025 cycle but Oklahoma’s [autotag]Nate Roberts[/autotag] is a target and was offered a scholarship on Tuesday morning.
Grateful to receive an offer from Ohio State University! @ryandaytime @CoachKee @brianhartline @OhioStateFB @OhioStAthletics @OhioState247 @adamgorney @SWiltfong247 @AllenTrieu @ChadSimmons_ @WashingtonWarr5 #okpreps pic.twitter.com/11PTJ87dbo
— Nate Roberts (@nateroberts2025) May 16, 2023
Roberts is one of the top tight ends in the country, rated as the the No. 5 tight end and 126th overall player according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. He also is a very good baseball player, showing that he’s not just a one-sport athlete. Roberts didn’t start playing the position until this past season, so although he is raw, the talent is there.
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