COLUMBUS, Ohio — In the span of one week in March, cornerback when from a glaring need in Ohio State football’s 2021 recruiting class to a cornerstone of its top-ranked collection of commitments. The Buckeyes, however, have not rested on their success thus far and continue to pursue more defensive backs, including California prospect Jaylin Davies. WHO: Four-star cornerback from Santa Ana (California) Mater Dei High School. SIZE: 6-1, 165 pounds RANKING: No. 11 among cornerbacks and No. 111 overall in 247 Sports national composite. THE BATTLE: On March 23, Davies included the Buckeyes in his top seven along with Alabama, Arizona State, Texas, UCLA, USC and Washington. WHAT ARE OHIO STATE’S CHANCES?: Davies told BamaInsider last month that Ohio State’s record for producing NFL cornerbacks appealed to him. His planned visit in mid-April was canceled due to the recruiting moratorium resulting from the coronavirus pandemic. THE HOMESTATE FACTOR: Santa…
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