Get to know Chattanooga (Tenn.) Baylor School four-star tight end Max LeBlanc, who signed with the Buckeyes on Wednesday.
Height, Weight: 6-4, 222
247Sports Composite Ranking: He is rated as the No. 276 overall prospect, No. 16 wide receiver and fifth-ranked recruit out of Tennessee.
Commitment Date: LeBlanc committed to Ohio State on April 15.
Other Offers: Alabama, Arkansas, Duke, Florida State, Kentucky, Louisville, Miami (Fla.), Michigan, Michigan State, Oklahoma, Penn State, Tennessee, Wisconsin.
How He Did In High School: LeBlanc saw usage as both a receiver and as a traditional tight end at Baylor School, collecting 39 receptions for 695 yards and three touchdowns in 2022 while also serving as a run blocker.
Where He Fits For 2024: With the expected departure of senior tight end Cade Stover, Ohio State has questions at tight end next season with only Gee Scott Jr. having any significant playing experience. Soon-to-be sophomore Jelani Thurman is likely to backup Scott, but beyond that, LeBlanc’s blocking ability could give him an edge up as he battles for playing time late in games.
