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  Palaie Gaoteote, a linebacker who transferred from USC earlier this summer, was on the practice fields outside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center when Ohio State opened its preseason training camp on Wednesday. But the Buckeyes are awaiting clearance before he can step onto the turf for a game when their season begins next month. Coach Ryan Day said they have not yet received a ruling from the NCAA surrounding his eligibility, and at least another week remains before a potential resolution. He's not on scholarship as a result.

Ohio State brought in Gaoteote to help provide additional depth at linebacker after all of last season's starters left and the position was hit hard by injuries in spring practice. He started 14 games over three seasons at USC, more experience than the Buckeyes' returning reserves. Gaoteote went through positions drills during a half-dozen practice periods that were open to reporters, but he is unlikely to see first or second-team reps in team periods until his status is sorted out. "It doesn't make sense," Day said, "because that's wasting reps if he's not available." Day avoided offering much of an early impression on Gaoteote's practice debut, saying it was "too early." - Columbus Dispatch


rSr/2023 ILB Palaie Gaoteote IVOhio State
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