Head coach Chris Ash received the 18th verbal commitment for the 2018 recruiting class on Wednesday evening, as 3-star offensive tackle Raiqwon O'Neal pledged to the program.
The 6'5" 270-pound offensive tackle from Conway, South Carolina has the length and strength to be a very productive tackle at the Big Ten level. On film he projects as a right tackle, but has the ability to play left tackle due to his speed and athleticism. He also has the ability to play on the defensive line as he registered 11 solo tacks, six assists, and two fumble recoveries last season.