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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.

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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 / A to Z Sports / June 29

Predicting Ohio State football’s next couple of commitments following the addition of five-star DL Marcus Fakatou

The Ohio State Buckeyes have picked up a big commitment by the way of five-star DL Marcus Fakatou. Good news for Buckeye Nation is that more commitments look to be coming very soon.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 29

Ohio State Buckeyes Land 2027 5-Star DL Marcus Fakatou

Class of 2027 five-star defensive end Marcus Fakatou has committed to Ohio State; he announced on the Rivals YouTube channel. Fakatou selected the Buckeyes over the Texas Longhorns and Georgia Bulldogs.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / ESPN / June 29

Ohio State lands fourth 2027 5-star in DT Fakatou

Five-star defensive tackle Marcus Fakatou, No. 15 in the SC Next 300, announced his commitment to Ohio State on Monday.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / June 29

Ohio State Buckeyes start the week with a bang by landing an elite five-star recruit over Georgia and Texas

The class of 2027 just got a whole lot stronger for Ohio State with the addition of a five-star defender. Ohio State beating Texas and Georgia to make it happen only makes it that much more special.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / June 29

Elite five-star Ohio State commit DJ Jacobs is saying the things that’ll have Buckeye Nation feeling good about his status

There’s been some worries of schools like Miami or Tennessee trying to sneak in and flip five-star Ohio State football commit DJ Jacobs. Those worries continue to shrink as time goes on, and with what Jacobs is saying about his status with the Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / June 29

Noise is loud for Ohio State football to land a major five-star pickup to begin the week in Columbus

Ohio State has been heating up big time on the recruiting trail. The Buckeyes are predicted to land a major five-star defender on Monday evening to give Matt Patricia’s defense another weapon.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 27

Ohio State Buckeyes Land 2027 Four-Star Offensive Lineman Caden Moss

Class of 2027 four-star offensive lineman Caden Moss has committed to Ohio State, per Rivals Insider Hayes Fawcett. Caden Moss chose the Buckeyes over several programs, including Kentucky, Alabama, Tennessee, LSU, and more.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / June 26

Ohio State football lands elite offensive recruit from deep in SEC land thanks to a big turn of events

Ohio State football is beating out an SEC competitor for an elite offensive lineman recruit. It’s great news for the Buckeyes to end the month of June with multiple commitments.

NBA News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 26

Ohio State’s Bruce Thornton Has Perfect Draft Reaction After Landing With Rockets

Bruce Thornton was already grateful the Houston Rockets traded up with the New York Knicks to take him, but the former Ohio State star also quickly realized there was another incentive to landing in Texas.

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.

Nick Bosa News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 26

Former Ohio State DE Joey Bosa Nearing Retirement According to New Report

Former Ohio State defensive end Joey Bosa's name has come up in retirement rumors. ESPN Insider Adam Schefter recently revealed that Bosa could be calling it quits after 10 seasons in the NFL.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / June 25

Jeremiah Smith’s 99 overall rating in EA Sports college football reboot couldn’t be more of a no-brainer

The Ohio State star receiver got a top honor from the popular video game developer, and it was completely warranted. EA Sports announced that Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith will be the first-ever 99 overall player in the rebooted college football video game, and anyone trying to argue he doesn’t deserve it is just plain wrong.

Ryan Day News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 25

Ryan Day Invites Two Ohio State Heisman Hopefuls to Big Ten Media Days in July

Big Ten Football Media Days are a little over a month away, as 54 student-athletes will be represented across three days between July 28-July 30 at the Hilton Chicago.

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.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / June 25

What Ohio State Fans Need To Know About Bruce Thorton’s NBA Draft Selection

After producing one of the most prolific careers in Ohio State basketball history, Bruce Thornton will play in the NBA. With the first pick in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets selected Thornton after receiving the pick in a trade with the New York Knicks.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / June 25

NFL insider reveals former Ohio State star pass rusher may have played his last down after 10 seasons in the league

Joey Bosa has enjoyed a productive career in the NFL and at Ohio State, but it appears that his football playing days are behind him. ESPN’s Adam Schefter recently reported that Bosa has more than likely played his last down in the NFL.

Mauricio Pochettino News / HITC / June 25

What USMNT boss Mauricio Pochettino wanted to bring from Ohio State football to the World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino is doing an excellent job as head coach of the United States men’s national team at the World Cup. The USA have already qualified for the knockout rounds by winning their first two matches against Paraguay and Australia.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / June 24

A 5-star recruit the Vols are trying to flip is working against Tennessee in the recruiting battle for David Gabriel Georges

The Tennessee Vols are trying to flip an elite recruit from Ohio State, but that recruit is working against UT in the battle for five-star running back David Gabriel Georges.

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

Ohio State’s Ryan Day Must Duplicate Huge CFP Success Story To Become No. 1 Coach

At first glance, Ohio State coach Ryan Day's record is staggering. At 82-12, Day has maintained a level of excellence that few can maintain across college football.

Ohio State Buckeyes 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 / A to Z Sports / June 24

Ohio State football may have turned the tide for the better with a major recruiting target from the heart of the SEC

Ohio State hosted a recent visitor that looks to now be strongly considering the Buckeyes. It’ll be a battle against the Georgia Bulldogs for this one.