This week I had the privilege of interviewing Danny Clark, who was the first verbal commit in the 2017 class for Urban Meyer and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Clark hails from legendary Massillon, Ohio where he plays for arguably the greatest high school football team in world history. Sound dramatic? Here is a little history lesson for you: From 1935-1965, the Massillon Tigers won 9 national championships and 20 state championships. That is incredible and will never be replicated again. The Tigers are also involved in the greatest high school rivalry in the nation when they square off against archrival Canton McKinley. Great tradition, great rivalry… sounds like another team I root for.
He is ranked at No. 2 for players in great state of Ohio (trailing only OL Josh Myers from Miamisburg- Ohio State commit) and as the second ranked Pro-Style Quarterback in all of America for the 2017 class. Clark is ranked as the 48th best player in the nation according to 247 Sports. I highly suggest getting to one of his games this season because he is fantastic to watch on the football field. You will not be disappointed. So without further adieu, here is my Q&A with 4 star Massillon Tigers Quarterback, Danny Clark.
NB: When did schools start recruiting you?
DC: I’ve started taking unofficial visits in 7th grade but schools weren’t allowed to recruit me until I was a freshman on varsity.
NB: What was the first school where you had an unofficial visit?
DC: Tennessee Volunteers, me and my dad went to a Tennessee Alabama night game as a guest of Tennessee.
NB: What schools have made a strong impression on you besides Ohio State?
DC: None. No other school comes close.
NB: What has it been like playing in the football crazed town of Massillon?
DC: It has been a great experience there’s only one Massillon.
NB: What has been your favorite memory playing for them so far?
DC: The second play of my of varsity career was a 59 yard touchdown pass to Reggie Rogers, I’ll never forget it.
NB: How does your rivalry game against Canton McKinley help prepare you for Ohio State’s game with the team up north?
DC: It’s the greatest high school rivalry in the country. There’s nothing like playing in that game. Its huge. 20,000 people. It’s a must win. NB: Who is your favorite current or former NFL quarterback and why?
DC: Peyton manning. There’s no one like the sheriff. He’s a great quarterback, a great leader, and a good guy off the field.
NB: What is a hobby you enjoy outside of football?
DC: I love lifting weights, boating, working on cars, motorcycle, and watching the Buckeyes.
NB: Have you gotten to know a lot of other 2017 recruits looking at Ohio State?
DC: Yes. Josh Meyers and I are real close, and I’ve developed a strong relationship with Bruce Judson. Trevon Grimes and I are real tight too. They’re all good guys I just try to let them know how great Ohio State is and what we can do together here. There has never been a better time to be a Buckeye.
NB: Do you know what you will be majoring in yet?
DC: Right now I’m thinking journalism. Or maybe sports broadcasting.
NB: Last question: favorite movie of all time?
DC: Predator or The Program.
I would like to thank Danny Clark for taking the time out of his day to give me this interview, my first as a member of the staff at Men of the Scarlet and Gray. Out of all the players that the Buckeyes have, either on the team already or in the midst of recruiting, Clark is one of my favorite ones. He will be something to behold when he heads to Columbus.
Below is a Danny Clark highlight tape:
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