The defensive side of the ball is the strength of this class, particularly the defensive line. I state championship. He has a chance, providing he qualifies academically, to see playing time as a true freshman. He also has the potential to be an All-American and perhaps play in the NFL some day. Kenny Peterson was the first player to commit to the Buckeyes, doing so last February.
Yeast combines great size with the potential to get even bigger, speed, and all-around athleticism.
He is the prototype defensive end prospect. Yeast made official visits to Ohio State, Florida State, Kentucky and Tennessee before narrowing things down to Ohio State and Tennessee and ultimately signing with the Buckeyes. He had been offered a scholarship by all four schools. Pickett is without question one of the top defensive linemen in the country, and if he qualifies academically, he is going to get strong consideration for playing time as a true freshman. Pickett runs extremely well, has great lateral quickness, and plays his best against the toughest competition.