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Houston Launches
Believe it or not, there’s a place for a fullback in Urban Meyer’s offense.
Late Wednesday Night, Dublin Scioto’s William Houston announced via twitter that he had accepted an offer to be a part of Ohio State’s 2013 class as a “preferred walk-on”.
That designation means that he will pay his own way to Ohio State until he is awarded a scholarship by the staff; and won’t count against the Buckeyes’ award total, which is depleted as a part of the NCAA Sanctions. It is believed that he held a similar offer from Michigan; he chose Ohio State over a full scholarship offer from Bowling Green.
Houston is a “3 star” fullback, and is listed as the fifth best in the country by several recruiting services. The 6′ senior is listed at 235 pounds with a 4.46 forty yard dash time, and is an Ohio State legacy- he’s the son of former OSU fullback Willie Houston. He amassed over 1000 total yards this season, as well as 17 touchdowns.
You can check out his highlights after the jump-
Already a Buckeye, it’s great to have you officially a part of the family, William!
November 14th, 2012 at 11:35 pm
Really excited for this kid. I would like to see more Ohio kids earn offers for The Ohio State University football team. Something special about watching Ohio kids play for their state university.
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November 15th, 2012 at 8:49 am
I appreciate your information on this guy, if for no other reason than there is very little put out regarding walk-ons at Ohio State (preferred or otherwise). I know these guys rarely make the impact here that they do at lesser programs like Wisconsin (Maragos, Abbrederis, etc.), but every so often they DO pop up.
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November 15th, 2012 at 12:46 pm
A 3* but 5th best in the country? Also 235 with 4.4 speed? What the hell is wrong with recruiting services?
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November 15th, 2012 at 8:16 pm
Has the size and speed for sure. I’m sure they can use him. Great to keep a local kid.
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