Youngtown (Ohio) Fitch Top247 offensive lineman Anthony Blalock Jr. is a name to know, Ohio State fans. The 6-5, 305-pounder from the class of 2028 added an offer back in October, and ever since that point, the Buckeyes have been a huge player in this recruitment.
Ranked as the No. 126 overall player in the country, Blalock Jr. is a top prospect nationally. He is 247Sports’ No. 8 overall interior offensive lineman and the No. 4 recruit in his home state.
Blalock Jr. has double-digit scholarship offers under his belt. Ohio State is in a battle with Maryland, Florida State, Louisville, Indiana, Iowa State, and many others.
Where do things stand with Ohio State? What kind of shot to the Buckeyes have of keeping him at home? Who are the top contenders in this recruitment?
Here is what he had to say to 247Sports.









