By now you know that the Ohio State football program is putting together one whale of a 2021 recruiting class. It is far and away the top class right now. There’s still a ton of time to go before anybody can seal the mythical crown of being the best, but it’s still impressive.
And while there are some elite four and five-star prospects compared to other schools, there are a couple that stand out as two of the best regardless of graduation date.
ESPN took a look at all recruits coming through the pipeline and identified the top 25 (subscription required) among all classes. Within that group of studs, the worldwide leader in sports programming named two Ohio State commits, both from the 2021 class.
It lists defensive end Jack Sawyer as the No. 2 overall prospect in the top 25, and recent verbal commit TreVeyon Henderson as the eighteenth best recruit out there right now.
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Here’s what ESPN says about both.
2. DE Jack Sawyer
Pickerington North High School (Ohio)
Class of 2021
The No.1-ranked player in the ESPN Junior 300 has an ideal frame, along with elite quickness and change of direction to develop as an elite college edge rusher. He plays quarterback and defensive end for his high school team, showing his rare versatility and intangibles. He’s also a standout basketball player. The Ohio State verbal recorded 13.5 sacks in 2019 despite constant double teams.
Player comparison: Chase Young, Ohio State
18. RB TreVeyon Henderson
Hopewell High School (Virginia)
Class of 2021
Arguably the best, most productive football player in the country regardless of classification, the 6-foot 190-pounder rushed for over 2,400 yards, caught over 250 yards receiving, recorded 48 tackles and picked off three passes as a junior. Henderson, who recently committed to Ohio State, doubles as a talented sprinter on the track.
Player comparison: Chuba Hubbard, Oklahoma State
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