Ohio State gets prediction to land five-star defensive lineman
Ohio State football has received positive predictions regarding the recruitment of five-star defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou. Recruiting experts have logged crystal ball predictions indicating that Fakatou is likely to commit to Ohio State. The player is set to take his first official visit to Columbus on May 29.
- ▪Marcus Fakatou is rated as the No. 2 defensive lineman and No. 32 overall player according to 247Sports composite rankings.
- ▪Ohio State is competing with Georgia, Michigan, Notre Dame, Oregon, and Texas for Fakatou's commitment.
- ▪In addition to Fakatou, predictions have also been made for Ohio State to land four-star linebacker Prince Goldsby and four-star cornerback Deontay Malone.
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