Add another blue-chip to the Ohio State Buckeyes’ astounding 2017 recruiting haul. Linebacker Baron Browning, one of the finest prospects in Texas, announced intentions to attend Ohio State on Thursday night. His decision occurred just days after he postponed initial Nov. 29 commitment plans: pic.twitter.com/sDu7dblOPG — Baron Browning (@baronbrwnng) December 2, 2016 Browning, a 6’4″, 230-pound senior at Kennedale High School, is considered the No. 2 overall linebacker in Scout.com rankings this cycle. Alternative top contenders included Alabama, Florida State, Michigan, TCU and UCLA. “When it all came down to it, I truly felt like this was the place for me to grow as a person, athlete and student,” he wrote. Browning becomes the sixth 5-star member of head coach Urban Meyer’s latest lauded collection of young talent. Only the Alabama Crimson Tide (four pledges) also claim multiple 5-star commitments two months shy of national signing day. The Buckeyes also hold…
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