Ohio State Dominates 2027 Recruiting with Top Prospects

Ohio State has launched its 2027 recruiting cycle with significant momentum, securing nine early commitments. This strong start is bolstered by two five-star prospects: wide receiver Jamier Brown from Sunbury, Ohio, and defensive end DJ Jacobs from Roswell, Georgia. Jacobs is particularly highly rated, even holding the No. 1 spot in 247Sports' individual rankings.

The Buckeyes also have a commitment from four-star quarterback Brady Edmunds, ranked 11th nationally at his position. These early commitments place Ohio State third in the nascent 2027 rankings, trailing only Oklahoma and Texas A&M, which currently have more total commitments. This performance sets the stage for a competitive recruiting cycle.

Ohio State is actively pursuing additional blue-chip talent, including five-star receiver prospects Monshun Sales and Eric McFarland, running back David Gabriel Georges, and cornerback John Meredith. Notably, Georges and Meredith represent challenging recruitments, with intense competition from in-state rivals like Tennessee and Texas, respectively.

Spring practice will be a critical period for the Buckeyes to host recruits and advance their recruiting efforts. The team is working to secure commitments like Jacobs, who, similar to past top recruits, faces continued pressure from programs like Miami. Securing such talent is vital for Ohio State's ambition to achieve the No. 1 recruiting class.

Quarterback recruiting has presented challenges in recent years, with several transfers and decommitments. However, Ohio State has since added depth through the transfer portal with Will Howard and has Julian Sayin, a potential second-year starter, alongside five-star recruit Tavien St. Clair. Edmunds' commitment in 2024 also strengthens the future quarterback position.

New wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton faces the task of building depth and winning recruiting battles. While Jamier Brown is committed, securing another five-star receiver like Sales or McFarland would be a significant achievement. Similarly, defensive backs coach Tim Walton is targeting top talent like John Meredith to bolster the secondary.

Ohio State's ability to land top-tier talent from key recruiting grounds like Texas and Georgia will be instrumental in their quest for the No. 1 recruiting class. The Buckeyes are focusing on building a strong foundation with commitments and aiming to win crucial recruiting battles throughout the spring and summer.