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          Scout's Take: DE Tyreke Smith to Ohio State

          • Craig Haubert, ESPN Staff WriterJan 4, 2018, 11:50 PM
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          ESPN 300 defensive lineman Tyreke Smith committed to play in-state for the Buckeyes prior to the kickoff of the Under Armour All-America Game. Read below to see why Smith is such a welcome addition to Ohio State's 2018 class: