South Florida 2027 Recruiting Report: Ohio State

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Buckeyes have recruited South Florida at a high level for years, and the trend is continuing for the 2027 class. OSU has three South Florida athletes from powerhouse programs in the area, and all three come from football families.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["895496"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a964d21a25eb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Carey is a top-tier talent with great football instincts. Last week, in a 38-14 win over Texas DeSoto, the senior reacted quickly to a football thrown towards the sideline that he would take back for a touchdown. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Miami Hurricanes legacy (Marcus Carey) is an uber-talented player on an overly talented team and may be overlooked. He is a high-IQ talent that will continue to make plays in his senior season and in Columbus.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Game Highlights: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19530452/6a944cc1ea19911a507f2d65">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19530452/6a944cc1ea19911a507f2d65</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["895280"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a964d21a2622"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jeremiah Smith's brother has developed into a playmaking defensive back. Angelo has great football instincts and reacts well to coverage from the safety position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He takes advantage of errant throws, coming down with interceptions, and can also pack a punch with receivers attempting to catch the ball across the middle. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith has excellent ball skills, positions himself well for interceptions, and provides solid run support.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Season Highlights: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19538994/690a8cc1640df8dc76c08fe7">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19538994/690a8cc1640df8dc76c08fe7</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1682682"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a964d21a2646"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The son of NFL Pro Bowler Justin Smith had a breakout junior year and should be a solid athlete at the next level. He has ideal size and plays with high motor skills. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He uses his strength to lean into linemen and uses good angles to get to ball carriers. Smith sets the edge well and has the speed to run down defenders in the open field. The senior edge has the potential to duplicate his father's efforts on the college and pro levels. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Season Highlights: <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/20133523/6940c68a540685f13c78790c">https://www.hudl.com/video/3/20133523/6940c68a540685f13c78790c</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->