'12 OH OT Taylor Decker (ND Verbal)
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Offensive lineman Taylor Decker from Vandalia-Butler High School is one of the top class of 2012 prospects in the state of Ohio and the Buckeyes already have their eye on him.
The Buckeyes are going to suffer heavy losses on the offensive line over the next two years. And since they signed just one offensive lineman in their 2010 recruiting class, the position is going to be a huge priority for the Bucks’ 2011 and 2012 recruiting classes.
So it should come as no surprise the Ohio State staff is already targeting not only the top junior offensive linemen in the Ohio, but they are also working ahead on the sophomores.
One of the 2012 prospects the OSU staff is well aware of is Taylor Decker from Vandalia (Ohio) Butler. The 6-foot-8 and 245-pound sophomore started at right tackle this past season and played some tight end in certain sets. Decker will likely play left tackle his junior season.
Decker is a fine all-around athlete who also is a starter on the Butler basketball team. In fact he is drawing interest from recruiters for both sports.
“I haven’t really decided which sport I’ll play in college,” Decker said. “I love them both.”
Decker said some of the schools in contact for football include Ohio State, Purdue, Cincinnati and Kentucky. From basketball Decker has heard from North Carolina State, Toledo, Cincinnati, Wright State and Ball State.
“Of course I love Ohio State,” Decker said. “I would definitely love to go there. I’ve always loved North Carolina so North Carolina State and the ACC would be nice (for basketball).”
Decker will be in Columbus this summer.
“Ohio State asked me to come to one of their (football) camps,” Decker said. “I’m trying to figure out which one to go to.”
Kurelic’s Comment: Decker is a very strong possibility for an offer for football from the Buckeyes. He will definitely be one of the top offensive line prospects in Ohio in 2012 and has great potential.
http://www.jjhuddle.com/news/articles/2010/2/24/ohio-state-already-showing-interest-in-mammoth-sophomore-lineman
The Buckeyes are going to suffer heavy losses on the offensive line over the next two years. And since they signed just one offensive lineman in their 2010 recruiting class, the position is going to be a huge priority for the Bucks’ 2011 and 2012 recruiting classes.
So it should come as no surprise the Ohio State staff is already targeting not only the top junior offensive linemen in the Ohio, but they are also working ahead on the sophomores.
One of the 2012 prospects the OSU staff is well aware of is Taylor Decker from Vandalia (Ohio) Butler. The 6-foot-8 and 245-pound sophomore started at right tackle this past season and played some tight end in certain sets. Decker will likely play left tackle his junior season.
Decker is a fine all-around athlete who also is a starter on the Butler basketball team. In fact he is drawing interest from recruiters for both sports.
“I haven’t really decided which sport I’ll play in college,” Decker said. “I love them both.”
Decker said some of the schools in contact for football include Ohio State, Purdue, Cincinnati and Kentucky. From basketball Decker has heard from North Carolina State, Toledo, Cincinnati, Wright State and Ball State.
“Of course I love Ohio State,” Decker said. “I would definitely love to go there. I’ve always loved North Carolina so North Carolina State and the ACC would be nice (for basketball).”
Decker will be in Columbus this summer.
“Ohio State asked me to come to one of their (football) camps,” Decker said. “I’m trying to figure out which one to go to.”
Kurelic’s Comment: Decker is a very strong possibility for an offer for football from the Buckeyes. He will definitely be one of the top offensive line prospects in Ohio in 2012 and has great potential.
http://www.jjhuddle.com/news/articles/2010/2/24/ohio-state-already-showing-interest-in-mammoth-sophomore-lineman
Camped at OSU and UC over the summer.
Receiving interest from Cincinnati, ND, Duke, Wiscy, OSU, Indiana, MSU, Nebraska and Texas A&M. Unofficially visited ND for the ND/Michigan game last Sept. Supposedly had an unofficial visit to Cincinnati for the Bearcat/OU game this past fall.
Receiving interest from Cincinnati, ND, Duke, Wiscy, OSU, Indiana, MSU, Nebraska and Texas A&M. Unofficially visited ND for the ND/Michigan game last Sept. Supposedly had an unofficial visit to Cincinnati for the Bearcat/OU game this past fall.
psax889906
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I met this kid's older brother today, who was also recruited by UC. Seemed like a pretty good guy- didn't get a chance to pock and prod him about how his brother feels about UC though. 
psax889906
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Unfortunately so is OSU and ND...
From what I've read on him he (and correct me if I'm wrong):
1) Grew up an OSU fan
2) Likes the UC coaching staff the most
3) Was blown away by the ND campus
Those are three separate things I've read in articles discussing his recruitment. Got them off Bucknuts.
I meant huge advantage for UC in general, not specifically for this recruit. We may not get every recruit, but there is enough around the tristate area for the UC coaches to at least get a chance to give a 'pitch' or for them to visit.
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncaa/recru...ory?id=6037828
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KETTERING, Ohio -- The Flyin' to the Hoop Classic is one of the best high school basketball events in the country. The event is held at airmont High School just outside of Dayton and features some of the best teams in the country versus many of Ohio's best. This is the 9th annual extravaganza for event organizer Eric Horstman and this year's event lived up to the excellence of previous years.
• A few of the athletes at the tournament could have the opportunity to choose between Division I basketball and FBS football. PF/C Taylor Decker (Vandalia,Ohio/Butler), PF Adolphus Washington (Cincinnati, Ohio/Taft) and Gary Harris are all excellent basketball players that are also being recruited to play at the highest level of college football. Decker is a top-flight offensive tackle said to be leaning towards Notre Dame (for football). Washington is a defensive stud that could play LB, DE or TE. Harris is a DB/WR prospect whose athletic ability is top-notch.
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KETTERING, Ohio -- The Flyin' to the Hoop Classic is one of the best high school basketball events in the country. The event is held at airmont High School just outside of Dayton and features some of the best teams in the country versus many of Ohio's best. This is the 9th annual extravaganza for event organizer Eric Horstman and this year's event lived up to the excellence of previous years.
• A few of the athletes at the tournament could have the opportunity to choose between Division I basketball and FBS football. PF/C Taylor Decker (Vandalia,Ohio/Butler), PF Adolphus Washington (Cincinnati, Ohio/Taft) and Gary Harris are all excellent basketball players that are also being recruited to play at the highest level of college football. Decker is a top-flight offensive tackle said to be leaning towards Notre Dame (for football). Washington is a defensive stud that could play LB, DE or TE. Harris is a DB/WR prospect whose athletic ability is top-notch.
Rivals $ - Taylor Decker establishes top 3
Andrew Force of BearcatReport.com, December 21, 2010
His coach is hearing from all of the Big 10, UKy, UVA, LSU, USCw, WVU, & most MAC schools... Names a top 3 of OSU, Cincinnati, & ND, saying he grew up a Buckeye fan... Has visited ND many times, OSU twice, UC once.
Andrew Force of BearcatReport.com, December 21, 2010
His coach is hearing from all of the Big 10, UKy, UVA, LSU, USCw, WVU, & most MAC schools... Names a top 3 of OSU, Cincinnati, & ND, saying he grew up a Buckeye fan... Has visited ND many times, OSU twice, UC once.
JasonS
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MikeDyer Vandalia Butler junior OL Taylor Decker reportedly adds offer from West Virginia, says ScoutingOhio.com. Also has UC and Wisconsin offers
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psax889906
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I hope his brother has told him good things about UC... the program would really benefit from a player of his caliber committing to UC...
JasonS
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MikeDyer Vandalia Butler junior OL Taylor Decker reportedly offered by Boston College, says ScoutingOhio.com
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