tBBC continues our look at Ohio State’s 2011 commits, what they have done on the season, a preview of their upcoming game, and a brief synopsis of what to expect when they get to Columbus.
After a bit of a break last week, we’re back to take a look at our other amazing defense end, Steve Miller, the counter point to Kenny Hayes. Miller, a 6’5” 240 lb DE from Canton McKinley, is yet another in a long line of Ohio kids that have been Buckeyes their whole life, and couldn’t wait to commit to Ohio State.
Steve is not the only talented DE on his high school team, as his counterpart is a highly recruited junior, Se’Von Pittman. Pittman currently doesn’t have an offer from Ohio State, but he could very well earn one. Currently McKinley is 7-2 on the year, and has a huge game this weekend against their rival Massillon Washington (7-2) and Buckeye commit Devin Smith. Win or lose both team should make the playoffs.
Miller has not been as productive in the stat department this year as last. Last year he was up in the double digit range for sacks, this year he is only at 2 due to a ton of double teams, and chip blocks from the rb’s.
When viewing his junior film it easy to spot a potential 5 star player. The first thing that pops out at you is his quickness off the edge and ability to rush the passer. But don’t let his quickness fool you into thinking he doesn’t want to take on blocks and knock down the o-lineman and get to the running backs to blow up the run. He is still raw, much like many other high school DE’s, and will need to play lower in order to not leave so much of his body exposed to blockers.
Miller looks to be the perfect compliment to Kenny Hayes. He will come to Ohio State and be looked at to fill the LEO position manned currently by Nathan Williams and Solomon Thomas. You will see him drop into coverage and be a pass rushing specialist but he will also be able to help out against the run. I don’t remembere when the last time we were able to bring in two big time DE’s like this both from Ohio, but I fear for opposing QB’s in the near future.
For your viewing enjoyment, courtesy of Scouting Ohio:
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