You probably have heard by now that 2019 linebacker Kane Patterson has reportedly decommitted from the 2019 Ohio State recruiting class and reopened his recruitment. Let’s look at why the top 200 player and No. 9 inside linebacker chose to commit to play for the Buckeyes, and why he may have changed his mind.
Like many players, Patterson cited the strength of the football program, the academics at Ohio State and the opportunities provided to young men after their playing days are over in making his original decision. However, relationships with coaches are nearly always a factor when a recruit commits to a program.