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Ohio State recruiting targets talk Christmas

See what some future and potential Buckeyes are thankful for this Holiday season.

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It’s that time of year once again.

You’re not the only one excited for Christmas. Just like most of the world, so were many future and potential Buckeyes.

Want to know what some future and potential Ohio State Buckeyes are thankful for and what gifts they’re hoping to unwrap today? Land-Grant Holy Land caught up with the following prospects and grabbed their thoughts on this holiday season:

Future Ohio State RB Master Teague

Class: 2018

Town: Murfreesboro,TN/Blackman

Thankful for: “I’m very thankful for my family and all the years filled with struggles and good times. Thankful for my coaches, friends and teachers for all their support. Also thankful for the opportunity to go to The Ohio State University. Most of all I thank God for everything he's put before me.”

Gift: “For Christmas, the main thing I want is Studio Beats 3 headphones.”

4-star DE Brandon Smith

Class: 2019

Town: Mineral,VA/Louisa County

Offers: Ohio State, Alabama, Florida State, Penn State, Notre Dame, Etc

Thankful for: “I’m so thankful for my family, friends, mentors and the many blessings I have received this year. It’s been a great year for me.”

Gift: “Clothes and shoes would be all that I ask for Christmas.”

4-star TE Ryland Goede

Class: 2019

Town: Acworth,GA/Kennesaw Mountain

Offers: Ohio State, Georgia, Michigan, Alabama, Auburn, Etc

Thankful for: “ I’m just thankful for a great year and thankful for a great season and all the visits I was blessed to go on.”

Gift: “For Christmas I’ve just been asking for clothes and some money.”

4-star OT Bryan Hudson

Class: 2019

Town: Georgetown,KY/Scott County

Offers: Ohio State, Alabama, Kentucky, LSU, Duke, Etc

Thankful for: “I'm thankful for my family, the ability to play football and do what I love, and my girlfriend.”

Gift: “I really didn't ask for much. New headphones and a couple shirts.”

4-star QB Michael Johnson Jr.

Class: 2019

Town: Eugene,OR/Sheldon

Offers: Ohio State, Oregon, LSU, Michigan, Alabama, Etc

Thankful for: “I'm thankful for the gifts that God has given me in life. I'm thankful for my amazing family and support system such as coaches, teammates, and friends.”

Gift: “My only wish is for guidance in making my college decision.”

4-star ATH Steele Chambers

Class: 2019

Town: Roswell,GA/Blessed Trinity Catholic

Offers: Ohio State, Clemson, Michigan, Michigan State, Kentucky, Etc

Thankful for: “No injuries this year and a state title.”

Gift: “I didn't ask for anything really. Maybe some new clothes and shoes but nothing major.”

4-star OT Will Putnam

Class: 2019

Town: Tampa,FL/Plant

Offers: Ohio State, Miami, Auburn, Georgia, Oklahoma State, Etc

Thankful for: “I’m thankful for all the new people that I have been able to meet since I have moved to Tampa.”

Gift: “When it comes to gifts, I’m not really picky, but some nice headphones would be appreciated.”

OT Paris Johnson Jr.

Class: 2020

Town: Cincinnati,OH/St. Xavier

Offers: Ohio State, Clemson, Michigan State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, Etc

Thankful for: “I’m thankful for my family and all the people who have invested in me, including the opportunities I’ve been blessed with.”

Gift: “Gift wise, this year, all I wanted was Madden 18.”

WR Rashawn Williams

Class: 2020

Town: Detroit,MI/Martin Luther King

Offers: Ohio State, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Pittsburgh, Etc

Thankful for: “I’m most thankful for my mom and the people that’s been around me and the people that helped me get to where I’m at now.”

Gift: “For Christmas I want some games for my PlayStation 4 and some more college gear.”