Ohio State adds depth to its defensive backfield as former South Carolina safety Keenan Nelson Jr. commits to the Buckeyes.
On Friday, former South Carolina defensive back Keenan Nelson Jr. committed to Ohio State, bolstering a safety room that will feature Lathan Ransom, Caleb Downs, Malik Hartford, Jayden Bonsu, Jaylen McClain and Leroy Roker in 2024. Nelson will have three years of eligibility to use with the Buckeyes.in the 2022 class, Nelson hails from Philadelphia and St. Joseph's Prep — the alma mater of former Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and quarterback Kyle McCord.
He received offers from 21 schools and committed to South Carolina over Penn State, Georgia, Ole Miss and Oregon.At South Carolina, Nelson appeared in 15 games and made four starts across two seasons. The 6-foot-1, 195-pound defensive back recorded 13 tackles, one tackle for loss and one pass breakup in those contests. He also made an impact on special teams this past season, blocking a punt against Vanderbilt and returning the ball 18 yards for a touchdown., Nelson earned a 58.
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