COLUMBUS—Ohio State hosted three non-Buckeyes commitments for the first official visit weekend of the summer and it was a star-studded affair with

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THE Storylines: Ohio State has interesting official visit weekend ahead

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Ohio State used its spring game weekend to make a strong impression on top targets, and the impact is already showing across multiple recruitments.

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Inside 4-star EDGE Wyatt Smith’s impactful trip to Ohio State

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Like Lukas Van Ness, Wyatt Smith is a tall, big EDGE who is a top athlete and wins with power and effort. Smith is a more productive player and established prospect as a high school player. Both have the potential to play multiple spots along the defensive line at the college level. 

Athletic, productive frontline defender who is quickly developing into one of the top pass rushers in the 2027 cycle. Measured at 6-foot-6, 237 pounds at the Rivals Elite Camp in Miami coming out of his junior season. Tests as a top athlete, posting a scintillating 4.64-second 40-yard dash, among the best on the camp circuit for a prospect his size in the 2027 cycle. Had a breakout junior season at national power St. Thomas Aquinas, racking up 25 tackles for loss and 13 sacks. A high-effort defender who makes plays in the backfield at a high rate. Flashes high-end closing speed. Eliminates angles, stalking down ball-carriers. Strong run defender who can set the edge and play contain. Second-effort led to a high sack count as a junior, as he doesn’t give up on plays. Flashed a quick first step in the camp setting. Still developing a pass rush arsenal as he’s more of a “see ball, get ball” type at this stage. Already a very productive player but has more upside for growth with continued technical development. Has high-end NFL bloodlines as he’s the son of former top five pick and NFL All-Pro Justin Smith. Looks to be an ascending prospect who could end up as one of the top EDGE prospects in the 2027 cycle.  

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