Michael Onwenu

Michael Onwenu, a junior defensive lineman, is one of two Cass Tech prospect who recently earned his first scholarship offer from Ohio State. The Buckeyes have been trying to create inroads at Cass Tech, one of the most talent-rich high school programs in the country.

(Rivals.com)

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State coach Urban Meyer has identified Detroit (Mich.) Cass Tech as one of the nation’s most talent-rich high school football programs.

The problem is that Cass Tech is a Michigan pipeline, sending 10 different prospects to Ann Arbor since the 2008 recruiting class.

Meyer is trying to change that trend.

Ohio State signed Cass Tech cornerback Damon Webb - perhaps the best prospect in 2014 recruiting class - and has an offer out to 2015 running back Mike Weber.

The Buckeyes aren’t done there.

Ohio State recently offered 2016 defensive linemen Michael Onwenu and 2017 wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones, the first offer for both prospects.

Onwenu is a 6-foot-2, 320-pound prospect who has drawn interest from Michigan, Michigan State, Tennessee and Wisconsin.

Peoples-Jones is a 6-foot-1, 170-pound prospect who also has early interest from Michigan, Michigan State and Tennessee.