OSU Insider-Spring Football UPDATES- MAJOR Recruiting moves at OT

The Buckeye Scoop38mApril 15, 2026

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Devin from The Buckeye Scoop delivers a concise yet packed update on Ohio State football, focusing on spring football preparations and major recruiting developments. He highlights a surge in offensive line recruiting, spotlighting key targets like 6'7" Pennsylvania offensive tackle Jimmy Callis, in-state prospect Davis Seaman, and Colorado’s athletic interior lineman Jackson Roper, all under the guidance of recruiter Tyler Bowen. The podcast also covers a surprise visit from Oklahoma cornerback Gabriel Osborne, a top-40 national recruit with elite athleticism, and discusses the Buckeyes’ strategic patience in recruiting—waiting until senior seasons conclude to evaluate players before making aggressive moves. Devin emphasizes Ohio State’s improved recruiting philosophy under new leadership, contrasting it with past over-reliance on a few targets. He expresses excitement for the upcoming spring game, particularly the potential impact of quarterback Julian Sands and backup Tavian St. Clair, as well as the emergence of young talent like Jaquaden Guilford and Chris Henry Jr. The episode ends with a trivia segment and a strong endorsement of Ohio State’s recruiting depth and financial readiness, especially for the defensive line class.

Key Takeaways
1

Ohio State is casting a wide net in recruiting, especially on the offensive line, with multiple high-profile targets like Jimmy Callis and Jackson Roper.

2

The Buckeyes are strategically waiting until senior seasons conclude to evaluate recruits before making final pushes, a shift from past over-reliance on early commitments.

3

Gabriel Osborne, a top-37 national cornerback from Oklahoma, visited and may schedule an official visit, signaling a potential major addition.

4

The defensive line class is a top priority, with Ohio State prepared to invest heavily, including for top-28 recruit Marcus Fakatou.

5

Julian Sands and Tavian St. Clair are expected to see significant reps in the spring game, with early optimism about their development.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

Recruiting Strategy & Offensive Line Updates

We've got to have those big tackle size. I mean, these past two years we're used to seeing essentially guards go out and play tackle for us.

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10:00
10 min

Cornerback Recruiting & Surprise Visitor

Look at the athleticism. I mean, that looks like a safety linebacker coming downhill.

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20:00
10 min

Defensive Line & Recruiting Philosophy

The Buckeyes are going to be ponying up for this defensive line class and Larry Johnson will be sticking around for this defensive line class.

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30:00
10 min

Spring Game Preview & Player Expectations

Devin breaks down what fans should watch for in the upcoming spring game, including Julian Sands’ command of the offense, Tavian St. Clair’s development, and the emergence of young talent like Jaquaden Guilford and Chris Henry Jr. He cautions against overreaction but encourages excitement.

40:00
20 min

Trivia, Community & Final Thoughts

The episode wraps with a trivia question about the 2024 leading tackler (Cody Simon), community engagement calls to submit clips, and a final endorsement of Ohio State’s recruiting depth and financial readiness, especially for the defensive line.

High-Impact Quotes
Ohio State got his commitment for a reason. Okay? So it's going to be extremely hard for somebody to pull him away from Ohio State, even if he is all about NIL.
Devin34:03
Viral: 88.0
Look at the athleticism. I mean, that looks like a safety linebacker coming downhill.
Devin10:28
Viral: 85.0
The Buckeyes are going to be ponying up for this defensive line class and Larry Johnson will be sticking around for this defensive line class.
Devin16:27
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Host

Devin
Topics Discussed
offensive line recruiting90%defensive line recruiting88%cornerback recruiting85%recruiting strategy shift82%spring football preview80%NIL and recruiting costs75%player development and freshman impact70%team leadership and captains60%
People & Brands

Ohio State

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Devin

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Tyler Bowen

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8xPositive

Julian Sands

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6xPositive

Buckeye Scoop

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5xPositive

Gabriel Osborne

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5xPositive

David Gabriel Georges

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4xPositive

Jimmy Callis

person

4xPositive

Tavian St. Clair

person

4xPositive

Larry Johnson

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4xPositive

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