OSU Insider-Spring Football UPDATES- MAJOR Recruiting moves at OT
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In this concise but packed episode of The Buckeye Scoop, host Devin delivers timely updates on Ohio State's spring football preparations and a flurry of recruiting developments. He highlights key offensive line targets including 6'7" Pennsylvania recruit Jimmy Callis, in-state prospect Davis Seaman, and Colorado's athletic Jackson Roper, emphasizing the Buckeyes' strategy of casting a wide net and prioritizing size and developmental potential. The show also spotlights a surprise visit from 6'3" Oklahoma cornerback Gabriel Osborne, whose elite athleticism and 4.44 40-yard dash have generated excitement. Devin praises the coaching staff's patience, noting Ohio State’s successful late-season recruiting push in previous years and their current focus on post-senior-season evaluations. On defense, he expresses strong enthusiasm for the defensive line class, particularly top-30 prospect Marcus Fakatou and the commitment of Larry Johnson to stay for this class. The episode closes with anticipation for the upcoming spring game, where Devin is eager to see quarterback Julian Sands’ command of the offense and the emergence of young talent like Tavian St. Clair and Jaquaden Guilford. He also hosts a trivia segment, awarding a free ticket to Steely for correctly identifying Cody Simon as Ohio State’s 2024 leading tackler.
Ohio State is aggressively pursuing top-tier offensive linemen with size and developmental potential, including Jimmy Callis and Jackson Roper.
Gabriel Osborne, a 6'3" Oklahoma cornerback with elite speed, is a major surprise recruit and a potential game-changer if committed.
The Buckeyes are using a patient, film-driven approach to recruiting, waiting until after senior seasons to make final moves—proven successful in prior years.
Defensive line is the most exciting position group in the 2026 class, with Marcus Fakatou and Larry Johnson’s commitment adding major momentum.
Julian Sands and Tavian St. Clair are expected to see significant reps in the spring game, offering early glimpses of the 2026 offense and quarterback depth.
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Recruiting Strategy & Spring Game Hype
Devin kicks off the episode with a brief intro, setting the tone for a short but impactful show focused on spring football and recent recruiting updates. He emphasizes his decision to slow down early recruiting coverage and wait until the final stretch before signing day.
Offensive Line Recruiting Breakdown
“We 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.”
Cornerback Surprise & Recruiting Patience
“If a coach Walt could pull this one out, that would be amazing.”
Defensive Line & NIL Realities
“You sign a high schooler, you give him half a million dollars, he shows up and you can kind of see that he's probably not going to be contributing his sophomore year anymore. You're letting him go. Well, that's $500,000 gone down the drain.”
Spring Game Preview & Player Watchlist
Devin previews the upcoming spring game, highlighting key players to watch—Julian Sands, Tavian St. Clair, Jaquaden Guilford, and new portal additions. He cautions against overreaction but admits he’ll allow himself to get excited post-game.
“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.”
“You sign a high schooler, you give him half a million dollars, he shows up and you can kind of see that he's probably not going to be contributing his sophomore year anymore. You're letting him go. Well, that's $500,000 gone down the drain.”
“If a coach Walt could pull this one out, that would be amazing.”
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