Isaiah West, a three-star recruit from Pennsylvania, visited the Buckeyes this past weekend. After his visit, West decommitted from his verbal commitment to play at Kentucky in the SEC.
The Buckeyes are also pursuing four-star running backs Jordon Davison and Bo Jackson. Ohio State plans to take at least two backs this recruiting cycle, and West could be the first.
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West plays at St. Joseph’s Prep in Philadelphia, the same high school attended by former Buckeyes Marvin Harrison Jr. and Kyle McCord. The 247 Sports Composite ranks him as the No. 503 player, a ranking likely to improve following a commitment.
A strong running back at 5-foot-11 and 208 pounds, West excels at grinding out tough yards and can play all three downs. Kentucky and Ohio State have had many recruiting battles over Ohio-based prospects, but this one involves an out-of-state player.
After a successful visit, it may not be long before the Buckeyes secure their first running back commit for the class of 2025.
