Top two for 2017 R250 OL

Wisconsin has built a reputation for putting quality offensive linemen in the NFL. Earlier this week the Badgers offered Holmdel (N.J.) St. John Vianney star Micah Clark, one of the best offensive linemen in the 2017 class.

"I don't really know that much about them," said the 6-foot-5, 260-pound Clark. "I want to get to know them more now that I'm opening all of my options."

Clark went on to say he has a top two and a few more standouts.

"I have two leaders, North Carolina and Penn State," he said." Michigan State, Clemson, Michigan, Iowa, and Ohio State are standing out.

"The first time I was at Penn State I couldn't believe it," Clark said. "Everyone was like one big family. Everyone was so friendly. The atmosphere was like the best thing on the planet. I talked to coach Hand and coach Franklin. They were just telling me about how I could go there and not only get a chance to play football but with the academics you're set for life. The alumni back the players and there is a lot of support.

"I like North Carolina a lot too," he said. "I have family down there. I see how the offensive line coach takes his time and works with his players. The offensive line really communicates well. That's a big thing for me. They're one of the best offensive lines in the ACC."

Clark has a tentative decision date in mind.

"I want to commit on January 12, my birthday," said Clark. "My mom wants me to take all my visits before I commit. If I don't get them in before my birthday I will wait. One school that I haven't talked to much as Arizona State. My uncle played there.

"Iowa is another college I'm trying to get out to," he said. "I really want to see what they have to offer. I watch their lineman and they really move people off the ball. They're doing really well this season. I've been watching the offensive lineman that came out of there and went to the Redskins."

St. John Vianney lost to Wayne (N.J.) De Paul Catholic in the state final's on Saturday.