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          10 college football teams off to a fast start in 2021 recruiting

          QB Kyle McCord, the No. 31-ranked prospect in the Class of 2021, is one of three top-50 prospects to verbally commit to Ohio State. John Jones/Icon Sportswire
          • Craig Haubert, ESPN Staff WriterFeb 27, 2020, 08:00 AM ET
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            • More than a decade of college and pro coaching experience.
            • Graduated from Indiana and Nebraska-Omaha
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          With 2020's college football recruiting classes now in the rearview mirror, the 2021 group is on the clock.

          While it's still very much in its early stages, here is a look at 10 programs off to a fast start at the recruiting trail.

          1. Ohio State Buckeyes

          The Buckeyes' top-five class for 2020 included the No. 1 overall player in WR Julian Fleming, and they currently lead the pack early in this new cycle, again boasting the top-ranked prospect, this time in DE Jack Sawyer.