RECRUITING: 4-Star RB Makes Long Awaited Big Ten Commitment

Originally posted on Mike Farrell Sports
By Mark Pszonak | Last updated Jun 8, 2025 3:55 PM ET

Some commitments come as a suprise, while others seem as though they’re anticipated for months. The later was the situation with four-star in-state running back Favour Akih, who ended his process on Sunday after taking an official visit to Columbus.

Blessed to be in this position, dreams to reality! First and foremost, I want to thank God for the countless blessings and guidance throughout this journey. I’m beyond grateful for the Delaware community, my coaches, the entire staff, my family, and especially my teammates, past… pic.twitter.com/g6bMWg4aZt
— Favour Akih (@FavourAkih) June 8, 2025

Akih, who plays his high school football at Rutherford B. Hayes in Delaware, Ohio, which is approximately 30 miles north of Columbus, has been a heavy lean towards the Buckeyes since being offered. He enjoyed an extremely productive recruiting winter when he picked up offers from Notre Dame, West Virginia, Miami, Indiana, Iowa, USC, Wisconsin and Missouri. However, he had to wait until March 17^th to receive his offer from Ohio State.

He eventually scheduled official visits to Ohio State, USC and Miami, but with his first happening this weekend, it would have come as a surprise if any additional were taken or needed. And that became a reality with his commitment to the Buckeyes.

In just nine games during his junior season, Akih, 6-foot-0 and 190-pounds, rushed for 1,600 yards and 19 touchdowns. He is Ohio State’s14th commitment in the 2026 class, but their first running back.

This article first appeared on Mike Farrell Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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