Ohio State Hosts Major Recruiting Weekend, Attracts Top 2026 Prospects

Ohio State's football program is actively recruiting top talent as it prepares for the 2025 season, hosting numerous official visits including a recent weekend with 12 prospects, aiming to strengthen its already highly ranked recruiting class. The Buckeyes are competing fiercely against other top programs like Texas for elite recruits such as Felix Ojo, a top offensive tackle prospect who spoke highly of his visit to Columbus. Head coach Ryan Day, ranked as the top Big Ten coach by analyst Trent Knoop, is leading Ohio State into a season where they are favored to contend for another national title, opening against Texas and facing a significant Big Ten matchup against Penn State, for whom the Buckeyes are 4.5-point favorites. Penn State remains a strong competitor with key players returning, including quarterback Drew Allar and running backs Kaytron Allen and Nicholas Singletary, making their November 1 game a critical contest for conference standings. Offensive line recruitment remains a priority, with players like Chancellor Campbell and Micah Smith narrowing their school choices, keeping Ohio State among their top options amid strong competition from other major programs. These recruiting efforts and strategic preparations underscore Ohio State's goal to maintain its championship-caliber status and dominate the Big Ten in the 2025 season.