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Ohio State Football Recruiting: 5 must-have 2016 recruits for the Buckeyes

By Connor Muldowney

Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Urban Meyer looks on during the first half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Urban Meyer looks on during the first half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Detailed view of an Ohio State Buckeyes helmet against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Detailed view of an Ohio State Buckeyes helmet against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Mecole Hardman Jr., 5-star ATH

Georgia seems to be the overwhelming favorite to land five-star athlete Mecole Hardman Jr. from Elberton, Georgia. It’s an interesting situation, though, as no one really knows which school he will pick and he’s been giving mixed signals — including one that seemed to favor the Buckeyes.

Twitter is an interesting place where rumors are spread and every little thing is over-analyzed and scrutinized. Anything these recruits say, retweet or like seem to catch the attention of fans and recruiting experts.

Well, Hardman had made his cover photo that of him and recent Ohio State quarterback pledge Dwayne Haskins in a Buckeyes uniform. That might not mean much, but he liked the picture enough to display it for all to see.

I’m not saying he’s going to pick Ohio State, since I think he’s going to choose Georgia, but there is a chance that the Buckeyes could get a late gem added to their 2016 class. Personal relationships with fellow recruits are a much bigger deal than people might think, so if Hardman and Haskins have a great relationship, the chance of him picking the Buckeyes will grow.

It will be a mystery until 8:30 a.m. ET on National Signing Day.

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