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Friday, November 28, 2008
Sam Webb: Recruiting
Inkster junior ready now



For Inkster junior quarterback Devin Gardner, Saturday's state-title matchup with East Grand Rapids is the culmination of a yearlong journey from potential star to proven one. Win or lose, he has made great strides in his first year on the team, and he has the statistics and scholarship offers to prove it.

OSU a possibility
The biggest threat to the in-state rivals might come from Ohio State. The Buckeyes were Gardner's favorite growing up.

"They coming at me very hard," Gardner said. "They said they wanted to see some film. They want to offer me, but I need to send film first."

Even if Jim Tressel does extend a scholarship, don't expect a commitment from Gardner to OSU, or any other school, anytime soon. He is content to take a patient approach to better assess all of his options.

"There is not really a timeline (to make a decision)," he said. "If I find the right school at the right time, then I will just choose that school. I've still got to do a lot of research. That's why all the schools are really even right now."

Inkster junior ready now | The Detroit News | detnews.com