Florida defensive lineman named one of Ohio State’s top six recruits for 2025

Jarquez Carter, a defensive line target for Ohio State football, made a significant announcement on Wednesday as he narrowed down his list of schools to six. Among those top six schools are Ohio State, Florida, Penn State, UCF, Miami, and Florida State. This news was welcomed by the Buckeyes as they continue to pursue Carter as a key recruit for their defensive line.

Standing at 6 feet 2 inches and weighing 270 pounds, Carter is a four-star recruit and the 33rd ranked defensive lineman in the 2025 class according to On3 Industry rankings. Hailing from Newberry High School in Florida, Carter has shown interest in Ohio State throughout the recruiting process. He attended the Buckeyes’ November game against Minnesota and made an official visit to Columbus in late March.

While Ohio State has already secured commitments from two edge rushers in the 2025 class, including Zahir Mathis and London Merritt, they are still looking to land a commitment from an interior defensive lineman like Carter. The Buckeyes are hoping to add Carter’s talent and skill to their roster for the upcoming seasons.

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