Epi Sitanilei’s Commitment Bolsters Ohio State on National Signing Day
Ohio State secured one of the biggest commitments of the day in four-star edge rusher Epi Sitanilei. A one-time commitment to UCLA, Sitanilei made a late decision to flip his pledge following a successful visit to Ohio State. The commitment brings in one of the bigger pieces for Ohio State’s 2025 class on the defensive side of the ball.
Flipped From UCLA
Sitanilei, a high school standout defensive end for Bellflower (Calif.) St. John Bosco had been an early commitment for UCLA, which he announced on June. However, last weekend after an official visit to Ohio State, Sitnilei made some change to his mind in changing his commitment to Ohio State. While Sitanilei figures as an important talent add and a future asset for the Ohio State team’s defensive strategic formations.
Larry Johnson pulls off a last-minute win
It is within this context that Ohio State’s defensive line coach, Larry Johnson, became the biggest reason behind Sitanilei’s commitment. Having been credited with molding some of the best defensive talents in the land, Johnson worked his magic once again, this late flip potentially changing the Buckeyes’ defensive trajectory for years to come.
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