Early Signing Period: Four-Star Wide Receiver De’zie Jones Signs With Ohio State
Get to know Wayne (N.J.) DePaul Catholic four-star wide receiver De’zie Jones, who signed with Ohio State on Wednesday.
Height, Weight: 6-0, 180
247 Composite Rankings: Jones is rated as the No. 336 overall recruit, the No. 47-ranked wide receiver in the class and the No. 9-ranked player in New Jersey.
Commitment Date: Jones committed to Ohio State on March 30.
Other Offers: Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan State, Nebraska, Ole Miss, Penn State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, South Carolina, Syracuse, Texas.
How he did in high school: Jones wrapped up a spectacular high school career at DePaul Catholic with another great season as a senior. Jones finished the year with 64 receptions for 1,069 yards and 15 touchdowns.
Where he fits in 2025: If Jones has any pathway to substantial playing time as a freshman, its a narrow one. Jones is the fourth-highest ranked receiver recruit in Ohio State’s class, and beside presumed 2025 starters like Jeremiah Smith, Carnell Tate and Brandon Inniss, he will have to compete with other young players in the room like Mylan Graham.