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The Real Reason Why Ohio State Missed Out on Top-Ranked Running Back Recruit

The Ohio State Buckeyes barely missed out on a huge running back prospect Wednesday. This saw five-star prospective Baylor High School (Tenn.) running back David Gabriel Georges, who was born in Quebec, Canada, before moving stateside to attend the remainder of his prep career in Tennessee, commit to the Volunteers.

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Former Ohio State coach now at Michigan looks to have trolled the Buckeyes after they lost out on David Gabriel Georges to Tennessee

Ohio State missed out on its top target at the running back position. Now, it looks like a former Buckeyes assistant coach is poking at Ohio State. Ohio State football recruiting took a significant hit Wednesday evening when 5-star running back David Gabriel Georges committed to the Tennessee Volunteers over the Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 23

Insider reveals 2 players Ohio State football will pursue now that the Buckeyes have lost David Gabriel Georges to Tennessee

Ohio State has officially missed out on 5-star RB David Gabriel Georges. It’s taken no time for a report to come out on who the Buckeyes will now be after.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 23

Tennessee just learned what it’ll cost to steal another 5-star recruit from Ohio State after landing David Gabriel Georges

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges isn’t the only recruit that Tennessee is hoping to land over Ohio State. The Tennessee Vols won a massive recruiting battle over the Ohio State Buckeyes this week by landing 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 22

Ohio State starter makes admission that makes the loss of 5-star David Gabriel Georges to Tennessee hurt a little less

The Ohio State Buckeyes have missed out on 5-star RB David Gabriel Georges. However, what WR Brandon Inniss had to say recently might make it hurt a little less.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 22

Where Ohio State football turns in its search for a running back after missing on 5-star David Gabriel Georges to Tennessee

There’s no doubt that not landing David Gabriel Georges is a legit miss for Ohio State. However, they have the chance to pivot and make the loss hurt a little less.

Jake Diebler News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 22

What We Learned From Ohio State Basketball’s Summer Practices

Summer practices are beginning to reveal what Ohio State could look like during the 2026-27 season—a roster with more scoring depth, improved size and greater defensive quickness than in recent years.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 22

3 potential first year starters for Ohio State football that you must pay attention to during fall camp

We’re just about to football season for the Ohio State Buckeyes and fall camp is nearly here. There’s a few first-year starters we’ll be keeping an eye on as they ramp up for the 2026 college football season.

Julian Fleming News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Former Ohio State football player and former 5-star recruit sentenced following crash that left 1 dead

Former Ohio State WR Julian Fleming was sentenced to serious jail time in Pennsylvania to start the week following a crash last year. A former Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver and one time No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 21

Former Ohio State QB Will Howard has entered the chat trying to get David Gabriel Georges to commit to the Buckeyes over Tennessee

Ohio State is all in on trying to land 5 star RB David Gabriel Georges, and it now includes former Buckeyes QB Will Howard doing some recruiting. Ohio State Buckeyes recruiting is approaching a critical moment this week as 5-star 2027 running back David Gabriel Georges prepares to announce his commitment Wednesday.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 20

Ohio State fan sends David Gabriel Georges a ridiculous message and then bragged about it just days before the 5-star RB’s commitment

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges received a crazy message from an Ohio State Buckeyes fan this week. If you didn’t know by now, the internet can be a depressing place at times.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 20

Top insider has predicted where 5-star David Gabriel Georges will commit to between Ohio State and Tennessee

We’re just days away from David Gabriel Georges announcing where he will play college football. On3’s Pete Nakos has called his shot on who the elite running back recruit will choose between Ohio State and Tennessee.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 20

Ohio State football commitment sends clear message to 5-star RB David Gabriel Georges days before his decision

We’re just days away from David Gabriel Georges choosing his college destination. The Buckeyes are trying to beat out Tennessee, and Ohio State’s newest commitment has a message for the elite running back.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / July 19

Ohio State HC Ryan Day cautioned after team was 'beaten up' in 2025

After Ohio State took a fast and hard fall in the postseason last season, there were a lot of angry voices who were vocal toward Ryan Day.

Analyst explains why 2026 is so important for Dabo Swinney and Clemson

Paul Finebaum goes off on ‘stupid’ Dabo Swinney

SMU's Rhett Lashlee trying to follow the Curt Cignetti approach to a title

Louisville's Jeff Brohm defends the ACC: 'I don’t think we’re scared to play anybody'

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 19

Former Ohio State Guard Bruce Thornton Shines Bright in Summer League

Bruce Thornton’s NBA Summer League adventure might have ended on a sour note, but he has certainly proved that he belongs. The former Ohio State superstar

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 18

Ohio State picks up major recruiting win with latest 2027 addition from right in the heart of SEC land

The Ohio State Buckeyes are on the board with commitment No. 19 for the class of 2027. Ohio State beat out multiple major programs to add another key piece to the future of its defense.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 17

3 Ohio State Buckeyes Headline Massive Nike NIL Push Ahead of 2026 Season

The Ohio State Buckeyes are eight weeks away from kicking off the 2026 season. Amongst the hype and intrigue surrounding a program only two years removed from winning a national title, the Buckeyes have much to be excited about both on and off the field.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 17

If Ohio State Football Somehow Missed Playoffs in 2026, Here's What Went Wrong

Ohio State is usually a lock to make the playoffs, and that was when there were only four teams in the field. But now that 12 teams make the playoffs, the Buckeyes should be in every year.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Contact Music / July 17

Brocarde to lead ghost hunt at Inkcarceration Festival inside Ohio State Reformatory

Haunted gothic singer and paranormal investigator Brocarde is set to bring her blend of music and the supernatural to Inkcarceration Festival this week, announcing plans for a ghost hunt inside the historic Ohio State Reformatory.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 16

Transfer to Louisville pays off for former Ohio State QB Lincoln Kienholz

Lincoln Kienholz entered the college football world under the weight of some pretty high expectations.

Louisville's Jeff Brohm defends the ACC: 'I don’t think we’re scared to play anybody'

Louisville lands former Tennessee commitment in four-star DL Kadin Fife

SMU's Rhett Lashlee trying to following the Curt Cignetti approach to a title

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Kyle Whittingham 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

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

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

Ryan Day 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

The 'College football color teams' quiz

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

The 'College football color teams' quiz