Four-star edge rusher Zahir Mathis out of Philadelphia ranks No. 114 in the composite. He was previously committed to the Buckeyes but backed off his pledge before Early Signing Day. He kept Ohio State in the running despite that decommitment. However, it seems increasingly likely he will land elsewhere.

Ohio State’s soon-to-be sophomore wide receiver Jeremiah Smith is not just an elite talent—elite might not even be a strong enough term to describe the kind of player he is. As a freshman, Smith was nearly unstoppable at times and played a critical role in the Buckeyes' successful run to a national championship.

Ohio State offensive coordinator Chip Kelly is leaving to call plays for the Las Vegas Raiders next season, resulting in a mammoth-sized hole for Ryan Day and the defending national champions on their coaching staff.