Ohio State adds commitment from elite 2021 DB out of Missouri

Ryan Day and the Buckeyes just picked up a huge win on the recruiting trail Sunday.

This time it came from Jakailin Johnson, a four-star cornerback out of St. Louis, Missouri. According to the 247 Sports Composite Rankings, Johnson is the No. 4 CB nationally, the No. 1 player out of the state of Missouri, and the No. 59 prospect overall for the 2021 class.

Johnson shared his commitment on Twitter:

https://twitter.com/jakailin6/status/1239251216644943879?s=20

Johnson chose the Buckeyes over a host of Power 5 offers that includes Georgia, Clemson, Florida, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Oregon, and many others. Listed at 6-feet and 168 lbs., Johnson has ideal size for the position at the next level.

Here’s a look at his highlights from Hudl:

Paul Harvey

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