When Jordan Marshall decided to commit to Michigan over Ohio State, many wondered what the Buckeyes’ plan was at running back. © Provided by Buckeyes Wire Report: Top RB James Peoples has Ohio State as leader ahead of visit Although they lost out on a local star, that doesn’t mean that running backs coach Tony Alford and head coach Ryan Day won’t bring in another big-time talent. That’s the case with Texas back James Peoples, who will begin a visit to Columbus Thursday and it could very well lead to a commitment in the future. The 5-foot, 10-inch, and 192-pound ball carrier told 247Sports Bill Kurelic that prior to his visit “Ohio State is my front runner in my recruitment.” Peoples is rated as the No. 5 running back and 69th overall running back in the 2024 recruiting cycle according to the 247Sports composite. If comparing, Marshall is the No.…
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