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LATEST: Ohio State to host top 2026 commit, add pair of big time defensive prospects to weekend guest list

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The spotlight in football recruiting this week shines on the planned visit of five-star 2025 receiver prospect Dakorien Moore, who is scheduled to attend the Ohio State spring game in Columbus. This visit is significant for the Buckeyes, signaling a potential opportunity to sway Moore away from his current commitment to LSU, a positive development for Coach Hartline and the coaching staff.

Amidst the buzz surrounding Moore’s visit, Ohio State is also set to welcome another top receiver from his own class, courtesy of current commit Chris Henry Jr. Ranked as the No. 2 player nationally and the top receiver in the 2026 class according to the 247Sports Composite, Henry has been committed to Ohio State since July of last year. His visit underscores his continued dedication to the Buckeyes despite his relocation to Mater Dei in California, where competing programs may attempt to lure him away from his commitment.

However, Henry’s return trips to Ohio State demonstrate his steadfast commitment and reaffirm his ties to the program. While other schools may try to sway him, Henry remains resolute in his allegiance to the Buckeyes, reassuring fans of his unwavering commitment.

Henry’s commitment not only strengthens Ohio State’s relationship with Mater Dei but also fosters a sense of trust and familiarity with other Mater Dei recruits, such as Jordon Davison, whom the Buckeyes are actively pursuing. Henry’s presence this weekend will be warmly received, and his influence may extend to peer recruiting as Ohio State continues to build its 2025 and 2026 recruiting classes.

Buckeyes host four-star running back prospect

With prospects from across the nation gearing up for the Spring Game, Ryan Day and his coaching staff are cultivating an electric atmosphere for the upcoming weekend. While there are no guarantees, the momentum of the current recruiting class suggests that a commitment could potentially occur during or shortly after the festivities.

As anticipation builds for the game, the coaching staff remains diligent in their recruiting efforts. Recently, Ohio State hosted four-star running back Byron Louis, who traveled from Florida for the visit. Ranked as the No. 203 player nationally and the 15th-best running back according to the 247Sports Composite, Louis’s presence reaffirms Ohio State’s standing on his radar, and vice versa. The Buckeyes are actively pursuing multiple elite prospects at his position in the 2025 recruiting cycle.

Newly appointed position coach Carlos Locklyn has already extended offers to several players, with certain individuals remaining atop the recruiting priority list. However, recognizing the dynamic nature of recruiting, the Buckeyes are strategically engaging with multiple top running backs, understanding that recruitment scenarios can swiftly evolve.

Ohio State is set to host more running back prospects later in the weekend, with a well-established process aimed at securing commitments from at least two players, a strategy that has been in place for some time.

Additional names on the guest list

The Ohio State coaching staff is set to host a plethora of top players this weekend, including Dorian Barney, a 6-foot-1, 170-pound cornerback from the class of 2026. Ranked as the No. 32 player nationally and the third-best cornerback in his class according to the 247Sports Composite, Barney’s visit is poised to be a significant one. With position coach Tim Walton leading the charge in cornerback recruiting, Barney can expect a fruitful visit as Walton continues to pursue top talent in both the current and future recruiting cycles.

Ohio State is set to welcome Bryce Perry-Wright, a 6-foot-2, 245-pound defensive line prospect from Buford High School in Georgia, for a visit this weekend. Ranked as the No. 54 player nationally and the fifth-best defensive lineman in the class of 2026 according to the 247Sports Composite, Perry-Wright’s visit presents a significant opportunity for Ohio State. Given the program’s success with Buford players in the past, the coaching staff will aim to continue their positive trajectory by showcasing the potential opportunities available at a position of importance like defensive line.

In a noteworthy development, Ohio State and Jake Diebler secured their inaugural commitment for the 2026 class with in-state talent Marcus Johnson on Wednesday. Ranked as the No. 24 player nationally and the fourth-best point guard in the 2026 class by the 247Sports Composite, Johnson opted for the Buckeyes over nearly 20 other offers. Notably, he is the cousin of Ohio State transfer portal returnee, Meechie Johnson.

Standing at 6-foot-1 and weighing 175 pounds, Johnson’s commitment marks a significant milestone as the first member of the class and the initial commitment under the Diebler era. This accomplishment underscores the new coaching staff’s adeptness in recruiting and their ability to retain top Ohio talent for their collegiate careers. Johnson’s decision sets a promising tone for Ohio State’s 2026 recruiting efforts, positioning him as a key contributor to the class’s success moving forward.

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