Scouts view: What to expect from Ohio State’s newest commitment, running back James Peoples

You’ll like who Peoples reminds me of #GoBucks

On early Sunday evening, the Ohio State football team found the first half of their 2024 recruiting class running back tandem in James Peoples.

The Texan is viewed as one of the best in the country, the No. 69 best overall prospect and 5th running back by the 247Sports composite rankings. After watching his junior film, the ranking is justified.

Even though Peoples making his verbal to head coach [autotag]Ryan Day[/autotag] and running backs coach [autotag]Tony Alford[/autotag] at this time, you have to expect the Buckeyes will continue to recruit him until the end. ‘Tis the age we live in.

As a former scout, I’ve watched plenty of film, and here is my assessment of what Ohio State is getting out of running back [autotag]James Peoples[/autotag].