Ohio State Lands 4-Star Offensive Lineman Jimmy Kalis

Kalis, a top-ranked recruit from Pennsylvania, commits to the Buckeyes' 2027 class.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 11:36pm

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Ohio State football has secured a commitment from 4-star offensive tackle Jimmy Kalis for its 2027 recruiting class. Kalis, a standout at Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh, is ranked as the No. 30 offensive tackle and No. 308 overall recruit in the nation according to 247Sports.

Why it matters

Landing a highly-touted offensive line prospect like Kalis is a major recruiting win for Ohio State, which has built a reputation for developing elite talent on the offensive line. Kalis' commitment further bolsters the Buckeyes' 2027 class and keeps them competitive in recruiting against other top programs.

The details

Kalis, listed at 6-foot-6 and 280 pounds, announced his commitment via Rivals' YouTube channel, with fireworks going off in his backyard as he broke the news. In addition to Ohio State, he held offers from schools like Texas and Georgia. Kalis was the starting left tackle for Central Catholic High School in 2025, helping the Vikings to a 13-2 record.

  • Kalis announced his commitment on April 17, 2026.

The players

Jimmy Kalis

A 4-star offensive tackle from Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who is ranked as the No. 30 offensive tackle and No. 308 overall recruit in the 2027 class.

Todd Kalis

Jimmy Kalis' father, who played in the NFL as an offensive lineman and was selected in the fourth round of the 1988 NFL Draft after playing college football at Arizona State.

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What they’re saying

“Literal fireworks went off after I broke the news.”

— Jimmy Kalis, Recruit

The takeaway

Ohio State continues to recruit at a high level, securing a commitment from one of the top offensive line prospects in the 2027 class. Kalis' addition strengthens the Buckeyes' future on the offensive line and keeps them in contention for a spot in the College Football Playoff.