Ohio State took the first step towards a potentially strong finish to its 2018 recruiting class on Friday as the Buckeyes have landed a commitment from Ramsey (N.J.) Don Bosco defensive lineman Tyler Friday. The 6-foot-3, 260-pound prospect chose the Buckeyes over Alabama, Michigan, and many others to become commitment No. 23 for Ohio State. Friday announced his decision as part of a ceremony at Don Bosco this afternoon.

"I've decided to take my talents for the next four years to Ohio State," Friday said at his press conference.

Landing Friday signifies a big national win for Ohio State, particularly over rival Michigan who was the presumed leader for a long-time in this recruitment. Ohio State was in the mix the whole way, however, and made a big push for the four-star prospect over the past two months.

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That push was spearheaded by defensive line coach Larry Johnson who was a driving force in Ohio State's efforts to land the Rivals100 talent.

Stay tuned to BuckeyeGrove.com for more on this big commitment for Ohio State.