COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State football was reminded in 2019 how valuable offensive line depth — and versatility — can become at a moment’s notice. Look back no further than the Big Ten championship game, when Wyatt Davis needed his shoulder popped back into place. The Buckeyes could turn to right tackle Branden Bowen, a former starter at right guard, to slide into Davis’ place. Nicholas Petit-Frere, a former five-star prospect, came off the bench in Bowen’s spot, and OSU punched in a late touchdown. Donovan Jackson is a highly ranked offensive line prospect — ranked in the top 60 overall of the 247 Sports national consensus — in part because he could end up helping a program at either guard or tackle. His commitment Wednesday gives Ohio State further stability for 2021. It is no secret that OSU’s interior offensive line currently sets the tone for the entire offense.…
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