The Ohio State Buckeyes were a major player leading up to five-star cornerback Tony Grimes’ decision. Sadly, Grimes announced on Instagram Live that he’ll be attending the University of North Carolina, selecting UNC over Ohio State, Alabama and Georgia
Primarily known as a basketball school, UNC has put together respectable teams in the last few seasons and was close to downing the Clemson Tigers who were undefeated in the ACC last season.
North Carolina, now, according to 247Sports, has the third-best recruiting class of 2021.
Above both Alabama and LSU, the Tar Heels may shock many this upcoming season as their Class of 2021 recruiting class will boast Grimes and more than ten four-star recruits as well.
As for Ohio State, losing out on Grimes is a huge blow. The team just lost 30th-best cornerback Devonta Smith as well.
Seeing both Damon Arnette and Jeff Okudah leave to play in the league, the Buckeyes will heavily depend on Shaun Wade and then hope the 2022 class can repair the damage.
The Buckeyes have one four-star cornerback coming to Columbus this fall, and with four five-star commits, by far the most of any program, the Buckeyes will be just fine moving forward.
