Ohio State Aims for No. 1 Recruiting Class in 2027

Buckeyes off to strong start with top-ranked commits, but face battles to keep them

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Ohio State has already landed nine commitments for its 2027 football recruiting class, including two five-star prospects in wide receiver Jamier Brown and defensive end DJ Jacobs. The Buckeyes are currently ranked third nationally in the early 2027 class rankings, behind only Oklahoma and Texas A&M. However, Ohio State will face stiff competition to keep its top-ranked commits, especially Jacobs, who is being heavily recruited by Miami. The Buckeyes are also in the running for several other five-star recruits, including wide receivers Monshun Sales and Eric McFarland, running back David Gabriel Georges, and cornerback John Meredith.

Why it matters

Ohio State is looking to sign the No. 1 recruiting class in the country for 2027, which would be a major coup for head coach Ryan Day and the program. Landing a top-ranked class could set the Buckeyes up for sustained success in the coming years, as they look to replace key contributors like star receiver Jeremiah Smith. However, keeping their current five-star commits and adding even more blue-chip talent will be a challenge, as other top programs like Miami, Alabama, and Texas are also heavily pursuing many of the same elite prospects.

The details

Ohio State's 2027 class is currently headlined by five-star wide receiver Jamier Brown, the No. 6 player in the country, five-star defensive end DJ Jacobs, who is ranked No. 8 overall and No. 1 by 247Sports, and four-star quarterback Brady Edmunds. The Buckeyes are also in the mix for several other five-star recruits, including wide receivers Monshun Sales and Eric McFarland, running back David Gabriel Georges, and cornerback John Meredith. Keeping Jacobs committed will be a major priority, as Miami is heavily pursuing the elite edge rusher. Ohio State will use the upcoming spring practice period to host recruits and try to secure more early commitments for the 2027 class.

  • Ohio State will host several top 2027 recruits during spring practice, which begins in March.
  • The NCAA's dead period ends on March 1, allowing for in-person recruiting visits again.
  • Defensive end DJ Jacobs committed to Ohio State in December 2026, just before the Cotton Bowl.

The players

Jamier Brown

A five-star wide receiver from Sunbury, Ohio, ranked No. 6 overall in the 2027 class.

DJ Jacobs

A five-star defensive end from Roswell, Georgia, ranked No. 8 overall and No. 1 by 247Sports in the 2027 class.

Brady Edmunds

A four-star quarterback from Huntington Beach, California, ranked No. 11 at his position in the 2027 class.

Monshun Sales

A five-star wide receiver being recruited heavily by Ohio State, Alabama, Auburn, and others.

John Meredith

A five-star cornerback from Fort Worth, Texas, being recruited by Ohio State and Alabama, among others.

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