2017 QB Danny Clark on Ohio State

[victor2111]

"When the Buckeyes offer I will commit and be done with my recruiting at that point."

2017 QB Danny Clark.


Very good news for Ohio State.

Some info on Clark:

After watching Clark work out, it's hard to believe he was sitting in an eighth-grade math class two weeks ago. He has the size, athleticism and arm strength needed to compete at a high level. He is definitely a prospect of note in the class of 2017, and a player worth following over the next four years.

Yesterday Ohio State hosted a number of key visitors including a player who Buckeye fans will want to keep a very close eye on for the next four years, incoming Massillon freshman quarterback Danny Clark. By all accounts, Clark will be the starting quarterback for the Tigers in the fall and he was very impressive at Ohio State, standing out against players three-to-four years ahead of him. At 6-foot-3 and 200 pounds, Clark has the physical tools of a high school senior and impressive mechanics that are impossible not to rave about for a player who has barely hit 14 years old.

"Clark was very impressive," said a source who was in attendance. "He's got all the tools and is a player who will be watched very closely over the next few years."

Despite the fact that he's not even in high school, Clark is a prime candidate for Ohio State down the line and Buckeye fans ought to get used to hearing his name.

Massillon freshman quarterback Danny Clark has yet to play a varsity game for the Tigers, but he is already a household name in Tigertown. Thursday saw his first varsity action in a 7on7. FOXSportsNEXT was there and filmed Clark in action. Potential is through the roof, as others have already stated. Very impressive, especially at such a young age.

And yes I know this is very early to talk about recruits, welcome to CFB in 2013 folks! This is when they start getting some attention. Danny Clark is projected early on to be 5* QB prospect. Hopefully that stands, because he will be a Buckeye if that happens.


He is fighting to be the starting QB as a freshman at Massillon, a very legit HS FB school in Ohio. Very tough thing to do. Also former HS of former Buckeye Justin Zwick and current Buckeye Devin Smith. Also HS of Paul Brown & Earl Bruce coaching career.


A lot of people are projected him to be one of the better QB prospects to come out of Ohio, some say he will be better prospect than Braxton Miller.

He is 6-3 200. That is just unreal. Kid will be built like Terrelle Pryor.

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I heard about this yesterday. Despite what people might be saying I can't get too excited about this kid at this time. He hasn't played a varsity game yet.

[socaljd3]

How's the 2019 class lookin'?

hehehe

[WANG]

2 things:

That is what the kid is saying while he is 8th grade. Who knows if his opinion will change once he starts getting bombarded with offers.

As it was stated, I can't put a ton of stock into a kid who hasn't played a HS game yet. Sure the intangibles are there, but until he hits the field that's all they are.

Now, come 2016 if he is a beast and is still 100% OSU, then wake me up.

[victor2111]

Well he is all Ohio State, I doubt that changes no matter what. He is going to every Ohio State football game this year, already visited Ohio State and was blown away, and said the above. This dude is a "Buckeye fan and all Buckeye".

Lets hope he can keep improving and reach the potential he has. 6'3 200lbs 14year old. Come on, that is not fair! I want to be 6'3 lol.

[peanut719]

I've yet to see him play but I'll be seeing him on the Tiger field this year. People around Massillon have been talking about him for a while. Seems to be the real deal. Videos all over youtube from years past as well. His father is quite the promotor. He's yet to be named the starter, but many are counting on it.

[victor2111]

More about the history of Massillon HS and how Clark has a chance to make history there. Good article

(Youth1 Football) - The Massillon Washington High School Tigers in Massillon, Ohio have a deep football history. Historically one of the winningest high school football programs in the country, the school has produced numerous college and NFL standouts in its 108-year history, including former player and coach Paul Brown and former All-Pro linebacker Chris Spielman. Despite their storied history, the Tigers have never had a freshman start at varsity quarterback, but eighth-grader Danny Clark hopes to change that next year.

Clark has certainly made an impression this season. While helping his Massillon Tigers youth football team to a perfect 8-0 record, Clark has compiled 26 touchdowns on 1900 yards passing and nine touchdowns on 600 yards rushing - all while playing only three quarters almost every game. Standing 6'3" with 4.8 40-yard dash speed and solid arm strength certainly helps his game, but Clark considers his intangibles to be the strongest part of his game.

"I am proud of being a leader of my teammates," said Clark. -

Clark knew he was going to play football ever since his father Jeff talked about his own former playing days, and the young playmaker has loved the sport since he put on a helmet at age 6. Last year, Clark was a Junior Rank Academic All-American and played on the winning East squad, and this year he has been invited to play in the 2013 game in Los Angeles. Clark was also ranked #17 on Youth1's Elite101 list earlier this season.

Although Clark has a tough road ahead when he makes the transition to high school football at one of the best programs in the nation, he's already looking forward to college ball. Clark recently made an unofficial visit to the University of Tennessee and was on the sidelines when the Volunteers took on the Alabama Crimson Tide last weekend. While the Volunteers are certainly on Clark's short list of schools, he'd also love to play for Alabama, Iowa, or his beloved Ohio State Buckeyes.

"My dad has told me since I was young I was born to play for the Buckeyes," said Clark. "I love the fans and I love the campus. It’s the best place to play."

Clark may be a few years away from suiting up and stepping onto The Horseshoe, but he's certainly on his way towards reaching his football dreams. Even if he doesn't end up in the pros, the experiences he's gained playing youth football will certainly live with him for the rest of his life.

"Youth football has taught me how to win and lose," said Clark. "It's taught me how to overcome obstacles and it's made me who I am today." -

Seems like the kid has a good head on his shoulders and that is always good to hear. He recently perform 7on7 Varsity and was impressive according to reports. Video below of some highlights from it.



Has a very good arm for someone who is about to start the 9th grade.

[victor2111]

Jul 15, 2013 11:15:00 GMT -5 peanut719 said:

I've yet to see him play but I'll be seeing him on the Tiger field this year. People around Massillon have been talking about him for a while. Seems to be the real deal. Videos all over youtube from years past as well. His father is quite the promotor. He's yet to be named the starter, but many are counting on it.

He has stated that if OSU offers, he will accept and his recruiting process will then be over. He's all Buckeye.

Yeah, that is what people are saying, he is the hype right now in Massillon. Also, dude has like a 12min youtube video of his 8th grade year. Not many people have 12min video of 8th grade highlights, heck some don't even have 12min video highlights of HS video.

The hype is there, hopefully he can live up to it since he is all Buckeye!

[WANG]

Jul 15, 2013 11:03:25 GMT -5 victor2111 said:

Well he is all Ohio State, I doubt that changes no matter what. He is going to every Ohio State football game this year, already visited Ohio State and was blown away, and said the above. This dude is a "Buckeye fan and all Buckeye".

Lets hope he can keep improving and reach the potential he has. 6'3 200lbs 14year old. Come on, that is not fair! I want to be 6'3 lol.

I really hope that holds true, there is nothing cooler IMO than someone who wants to be a Buckeye and then he gets his dream. Generally these types of players play harder too.

Yep, I hope he gets to be the 5 star that is predicted, but there are a few years to go

[buckeyebikerbabe]

If he's 14 now, he should add at least 2-3 more inches and 40 lbs of muscle by the time he puts on the Scarlet and Gray for the first game.

[victor2111]

Jul 15, 2013 13:33:55 GMT -5 buckeyebikerbabe said:

If he's 14 now, he should add at least 2-3 more inches and 40 lbs of muscle by the time he puts on the Scarlet and Gray for the first game.

6-5 250lbs ish or so. Very close to the size Pryor/Newton are.

[buckeyebikerbabe]

Jul 15, 2013 13:51:49 GMT -5 victor2111 said:

Jul 15, 2013 13:33:55 GMT -5 buckeyebikerbabe said:

If he's 14 now, he should add at least 2-3 more inches and 40 lbs of muscle by the time he puts on the Scarlet and Gray for the first game.

6-5 250lbs ish or so. Very close to the size Pryor/Newton are.

Yep.....if he's this much a Buckeye and has that size and athletic ablity in 4 yrs, we are in clover!

[peanut719]

Just ran across this on Twitter.

menofthescarletandgray.com/2013/07/18/motsag-chat-with-danny-clark/

[buckeyebikerbabe]

LMAO!!!! Best quote from this article -

"I am thankful to Maurice Clarrett for ripping the ball out of the hands of Sean Taylor vs Miami in national championship game."

This kids isn't going to be a Buckeye...this kid IS a Buckeye!