Recruiting: Ohio State Offers Aidan Leigh, Younger Brother of 2021 Target Tristan Leigh

Prized offensive tackle recently included Buckeyes on top-five list.

An interesting development in the recruitment of standout 2021 offensive lineman Tristan Leigh (Fairfax, Va.) has taken place with Ohio State now offering a scholarship to his younger brother, Aidan.

Tristan Leigh, widely regarded as a top-15 player nationally and ranked No. 5 at his position in the newest SI All-American Watch List rankings, listed the Buckeyes in his top-five schools last week.

The 6-foot-5, 280-pound tackle is a standout for Robinson Secondary High School and is also considering fellow powerhouses LSU, Clemson, Alabama and Oklahoma.

Aidan, a class of 2023 lineman, is only entering his sophomore year in high school but has now received his second Division I/Big Ten offer as of late. Maryland also extended a scholarship to Aidan, who was invited to participate in the Elite Underclassmen Camp in Delaware on July 24.

Extremely excited to receive my 2nd division 1 scholarship offer to The Ohio State University!! #GoBuckeyes @OhioStateFB pic.twitter.com/8vVQWlusel

— Aidan Leigh (@Aidan_leigh72) July 27, 2020

This the move lil broo?? 🌰🌰@Aidan_leigh72 #GoBuckeyes https://t.co/EXF8RLaCd6

— Tristan Leigh (@Leigh71Tristan) July 27, 2020

While it appears Tristan will not make an official commitment decision for a little while, Ohio State’s move of offering Aidan now is very interesting considering the timeframe. The NCAA Dead Period, barring on-campus visits, is currently in effect until the end of August.

Considered an excellent run-blocking left tackle, Leigh possesses strong footwork and easy movement out of the snap. While likely a left tackle in college, Leigh can also kick inside to play guard.

He would be a massive addition to Ohio State’s top-ranked 2021 class that already includes standout guard Donovan Jackson (Bellaire, Texas) and tackle Ben Christman (Richfield, Ohio). OSU offensive line coach Greg Studrawa has taken the lead on recruiting Leigh.

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