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Ohio State recruiting: State Secrets - Jonathon Cooper gets fifth star, Danny Clark ready for season

Finally, Jonathon Cooper gets a little respect.

After being on the outside looking in for months, Gahanna class of 2016 defensive end Jonathon Cooper is finally considered a five-star prospect. According to the 247Sports Composite, a mixture of all the major recruiting outlet rankings, Cooper is now among the top recruits in the senior class.

The U.S. Army All-American now gives the Buckeyes two five-star pledges. Cooper, who stands 6'3 and weighs 238 pounds, joins the younger brother of current Ohio State standout Joey Bosa, Nick Bosa of St.