In a moment that felt like more like two years than two seconds, Jaylen Johnson’s heart sank to his knees.
Johnson had held a scholarship offer from Ohio State ever since June 15, when the three-star safety prospect took over at a one-day camp hosted by the Buckeyes and earned the strong impressions he got from coaches like Al Washington and Jeff Hafley.
During his ensuing junior season at Cincinnati La Salle High School, his level of play continued rising, and he remained patient with his college commitment decision that was mainly coming down to Ohio State, Cincinnati, Kentucky and Penn State.