By: Doug Lesmerises (Cleveland Plain Dealer) –

Ohio State assistant coach Taver Johnson compared St. Ignatius linebacker Scott McVey to OSU linebacker Ross Homan when describing him on Wednesday when the Buckeyes announced their recruiting class. Asked if McVey, a 6-footer, might be a little undersized at linebacker, Johnson mentioned another current Buckeye starter at linebacker.

“I think he’ll be fine,” Johnson said. “You have Brian Rolle, he’s 5-11. We’ll take those guys who are explosive and mean and will take your head off.”

Johnson said it was McVey’s entire performance as a junior that caught Ohio State’s attention, not just his great run in the playoffs. Also key was McVey’s performance as a high hurdler – the Buckeyes love to see players exhibit their athleticism in other sports. Johnson also talked about McVey’s straight forward approach when you meet him, calling him a no-nonsense guy.

Here’s more from Johnson, who begins by talking about McVey playing through an injury.

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