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Five-star recruit’s father revealed an issue Ohio State football is having to work through in its pursuit of the elite playmaker

Ohio State has a chance to double up on five-star wideouts after landing Jett Harrison for 2028. The latest intel shows they have an uphill climb to work through.

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Insider drops bad news on Ohio State football’s chase of another five-star addition in the class of 2027

Ohio State has built another strong recruiting class for 2027 to this point. However, the hopes of them landing another five-star wideout in the class just took a hit.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 7

Top Ohio State target RB David Gabriel Georges sends out subtle message after noise comes about favoring Tennessee

The latest around five-star RB David Gabriel Georges sounded promising for Tennessee on Monday. Now, the top Ohio State target has sent out a message, and it could be good news for the Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 7

Insider details whether it’s believed that David Gabriel Georges has already revealed his decision to Tennessee or Ohio State

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges has reportedly already made his decision, but it’s not known whether the choice is Tennessee on Ohio State.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 7

5-star RB David Gabriel Georges sends cryptic message that has Tennessee and Ohio State fans very confused

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges is set to choose between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Tennessee Vols on July 22, though he’s reportedly already made his decision.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 6

Recruiting insider drops quote about David Gabriel Georges’ recruitment that is concerning for Tennessee Vols fans

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges is set to announce his commitment on July 22. The Ohio State Buckeyes and the Tennessee Vols are the top two teams vying for his commitment.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 4

Five-star DL Marcus Fakatou’s latest comment after committing to Ohio State sounds promising for him staying a Buckeye

Marcus Fakatou is a big-time addition the Buckeyes added earlier this week. The future Ohio State defender recently opened up about how nice it is to have his recruitment over and a decision made.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 3

SEC schools are going to be happy with what Ohio State’s five-star commitment admitted about the Buckeyes

Ohio State five-star DL Marcus Fakatou told it like it is with how things are in Columbus. Georgia and Texas will like what the player they missed out on had to say about the Buckeyes.

Paul Finebaum News / A to Z Sports / July 3

ESPN’s Paul Finebaum has made a surprising admission about the Ohio State Buckeyes ahead of the 2026 season

Paul Finebaum has ruffled the feathers of Ohio State fans many times over the years. His latest comment on the Buckeyes may come as a surprise for that very reason.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 1

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan steal Ohio native from Buckeyes in massive recruiting win

The Michigan Wolverines and new head coach Kyle Whittingham have just pulled off a major recruiting win over their biggest rival.

Michigan's Big House could lose ranking as largest U.S. stadium to Wolverines rival

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit, Jett Harrison, commits to Ohio State Buckeyes

Big Ten predicted to walk away with another CFP title in 2026

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / July 2

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit commits to Big Ten program

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit, Jett Harrison, commits to Ohio State Buckeyes

Perhaps we should have seen this coming, but strange things sometimes happen on the recruiting trail.

Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan steal Ohio native from Buckeyes in recruiting win

Big Ten predicted to walk away with another CFP title in 2026

Oregon beats out SEC powerhouses for two top recruits on same day

Michigan's Big House could lose title as largest U.S. stadium to rival

Cat is out of the bag on why Ohio State football may lose a key Buckeye State native to the Michigan Wolverines

Ohio State football is in a tough battle to keep a Buckeye State recruit away from the Michigan Wolverines. Now, it’s clear what they must do. The Ohio State Buckeyes began the week with a big-time recruiting win over Georgia and Texas to land 2027 five-star DL Marcus Fakatou.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 30

Buckeyes Land Two Five-Stars: LJ Smith Reclassifies, Joins Anthony Thompson

Buckeye basketball fans can be ecstatic to watch five-star commit LJ Smith suit up this upcoming season. Recently Smith announced that he had reclassified from being part of the 2027 class to 2026.

Joshua Mickens News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 30

Former Buckeye Joshua Mickens Commits to UConn Football

Former Ohio State defensive end Joshua Mickens recently announced that he would be entering the transfer portal and take his talents to the University of Connecticut.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / June 30

A major program is copying Ohio State football’s tactic to try and steal away an elite five-star player

Ohio State is heating up on the recruiting trail and things could go to another level if they land RB David Gabriel Georges. One SEC school has copied Ohio State’s latest tactic in pursuit of the five-star running back.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / June 30

5 Greatest Ohio State Running Backs in History

The Mount Rushmore of college football running backs features an Ohio State player. When considering the best running back of the 90s, Ohio State’s gets a mention.

College Football News / Yardbarker / June 29

Ohio State beats out Texas, Georgia for five-star DL Marcus Fakatou

Fakatou is one of the best players at his position in the 2027 recruiting class.

Texas QB Arch Manning avoiding preseason Heisman talk, but that's not going to stop hype after impressive showing at Manning Passing Academy

Notre Dame has 'the ultimate shutdown guy' in Leonard Moore

Steve Sarkisian and Texas beat out Michigan and others for first 2028 commitment

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Mike Farrell Sports / June 26

Ohio State Continues to Prove It Is WRU

The steady flow of Ohio State wide receivers who have been first round NFL draft picks and then excelled in the league grows by the year. Because of that, it shouldn’t be a surprise that Columbus has become the place to play for elite high school recruits.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / The Spun / June 25

Ohio State Athletics Expects To Make History With $500 Million Budget

The Ohio State Buckeyes are determined to get back to the top of the mountain in as many sports as possible and are ready to invest historic sums of money to ensure they get there.

Jeremiah Smith News / Yardbarker / June 24

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith is No. 1 player in 'College Football 27,' but don't expect him to be No. 1 pick in 2027 NFL Draft

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith may be the best player in college football. It's still unlikely he'll be the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.

Ohio State Buckeyes land first 2029 recruiting commitment

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 24

Three Ohio State Buckeyes Games That Could Bring ESPN’s College GameDay to Columbus

The Ohio State Buckeyes will go into the 2026 season with various marquee matchups throughout the course of the year. The Buckeyes last had ESPN’s College GameDay on August 30 of 2025 when the Buckeyes welcomed Texas to Columbus.