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A Look Back at Ohio State's 10 Highest-Rated Signees Out of High School

Julian Fleming just became the third highest-rated player ever to commit to Ohio State out of high school. His composite rating of 0.9977 puts him behind just Terrelle Pryor and Ted Ginn Jr. on Ohio State's all-time list and among some elite company.

Nearly every one of the Buckeyes' 10 highest-rated signees of all time lived up to their lofty ratings and made it to the NFL – or at least are on track to be there in the future.

Here's a look back.

10. Alex Boone – Class of 2005 – 0.9934 Composite Rating

Alex Boone was the highest-rated Buckeye offensive line signee for well over a decade, and he made his mark immediately, earning a starting spot at right tackle as a true freshman.