Quinn Ewers releases statement on decision to enroll at Ohio State a year early
In case you missed the news this morning, Ohio State 5-star quarterback commit Quinn Ewers made the decision to forgo his senior year of high school and enroll at OSU a year early. He’ll be on campus and eligible to play this fall, but it also means that he’ll be able to take advantage of endorsements and other financial benefits of the new opportunities name, image, and likeness provide.
It was a quickly developing story that started to get some legs during the last week, but came to fruition today as a done deal on Monday. There are obviously some near-term and long-term ramifications not only at Ohio State but across the college football landscape on this one, but Ewers himself provided a statement on his Twitter account about his decision, and we have it for you.
He was gracious to his high school teammates but looked forward to the next chapter in his future with Ohio State.
“Over the past few weeks, following Texas’ UIL informing I would be prohibited from profiting off my own name, image and likeness, I’ve taken time to think about what lies ahead of me, both in the short- and long-term,” wrote Ewers. “It’s unfortunate I’ve found myself in this situation, as my presence would have been to complete my senior season at Southlake Carroll along with the teammates and friends I’ve taken the field alongside for the past three years. However, following conversations with my family and those I know have best interests in mind, I’ve decided it’s time for me to enroll at Ohio State and begin my career as a Buckeye.
“This is not just a financial decision; this is about what is best for my football career. At 18, and with one final class about to be completed to earn my high-school degree, I feel it’s time to get the jump on my college career that is available to me. I am eager to start learning from Coach Day and the rest of the coaching staff. I understand many will have their opinions on the matter. But only my loved ones and I know what’s truly best for me and my future. This is not a decision I have made without a lot of thought.
“To my fellow Carroll Dragons: I will cherish the memories we made together. Although I won’t be there on the field with you this year, I will be rooting for you. You’re my teammates now and forever. Go get that state championship!
“To my family, friends and everyone that has provided their unconditional support, I will strive to make you all proud in the future.
“See you soon, Columbus.”
— Quinn Ewers (@QuinnEwers) August 2, 2021
It’s a classy statement from a kid that seems to have it all together. Now we’ll have to see when, and if, the Quinn Ewers era begins at Ohio State. It probably won’t be this fall, but things are going to get real interesting next year and beyond if Ewers lives up to the expectations already heaped upon him.
