Tom VanHaarenESPN Staff Writer1:46 AM GMT1 Minute Read
Ohio State had no trouble recruiting top-flight offensive players under Ryan Day, and the staff continued their success Saturday when quarterback Air Noland announced his commitment to the Buckeyes for the 2024 season.
A 6-foot-3, 195-pound pocket passer from Fairburn, Ga., Noland had top-7s from Alabama, Arkansas, Clemson, Miami, Ohio State, Oregon and Texas A&M prior to his signing. The state Ohio hadn’t officially offered Noland a scholarship until April 1, but coaches had been in touch with him prior to the offer.
Coaches had considered Noland and had a spot to fill after losing a signing of 2024 class No. 1 overall Dylan Raiola in December. The Buckeyes needed a signal caller and now have Noland in class to fill the void.
As a junior, Noland had 4,095 passing yards with 55 touchdowns to four interceptions. He also rushed for 156 yards and five touchdowns.
The Buckeyes have been on the go since early March and have added six signings. With Noland on board, Ohio State now has four ESPN 300 commitments and nine total commitments, eight of which are on the offensive side of the ball.