1/02/22
C.J. Hicks evaluation at Under Armour All-America Game
Ohio State signee C.J. Hicks moved well throughout practice and has nice ball skills, which shouldn’t be a huge surprise given his experience on offense. We would’ve liked to see some more physicality and instincts during the game.
9/03/21
C.J. Hicks shows versatility as a senior
Hicks had a number of grabs as a receiver, including two touchdowns against Miamisburg (Ohio). He also threw a pass and lined up at running back. This is in addition to his defensive duties. We always like to see linebacker prospects play on offense. On that note, it's encouraging to see the five-star linebacker line up and influence the game at so many spots.
8/01/21
C.J. Hicks rated as a 5-star in initial On300
Hicks is a versatile linebacker who makes plays on both sides of the ball. He initially began as a safety before growing into his 6-foot-3, 210-pound frame. Hicks is an explosive striker and tackler. We’ve also liked what we’ve seen from him in coverage.
7/05/21
C.J. Hicks a top performer at The Opening Finals
Hicks was the top cover linebacker during the 1-on-1 portion of The Opening Finals training camp. The Ohio State pledge flashed strong transition skills and showed impressive makeup speed with the ball in the air. Hicks sports a well-built physique with length and range and is a natural in space. That transferred over to 7-on-7 play. Hicks showed fluidity in his drops with the ability to break and make plays on the ball. We've felt Hicks is one of the top linebackers in the 2022 cycle based on his overall body of work. You can add The Opening Finals as further evidence in favor of that lofty status.