Ohio State football predicted to land a major recruiting win with an NFL bloodline over multiple major college programs

Ohio State football predicted to land a major recruiting win with an NFL bloodline over multiple major college programs

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Ohio State football predicted to land a major recruiting win with an NFL bloodline over multiple major college programs
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia talk to cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) during the Ohio State football spring game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on April 18, 2026.
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia talk to cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) during the Ohio State football spring game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on April 18, 2026.

Ohio State needs some good news on the recruiting trail with spring commitments happening left and right. Latest news has the Buckeyes on the ropes of a big time addition for Matt Patricia’s defense.

We’re in a crucial recruiting period that could really make or break what the 2027 class looks like for the Ohio State Buckeyes. A ton of visits will be happening over the next few weeks and some commitment decisions could be made. 

Ohio State has 11 commitments so far and has its work cut out if they want to have a top-5 recruiting class once again. The good news is the Buckeyes are expected to earn the commitment of a top pass rusher over several major teams. 

Larry Johnson predicted to land a real difference maker for Ohio State in 2027 

Steam is picking up for Ohio State to be the school four-star St. Thomas Aquinas EDGE Wyatt Smith commits to. Smith has picked up several predictions from both On3 and 247 Sports recently to pick Ohio State over Missouri, Nebraska, Indiana, and Notre Dame amongst others. Smith is the son of former Cincinnati Bengals and San Franco 49ers defensive lineman Justin Smith, who was a five-time Pro Bowler.

The 2027 EDGE is listed at 6-foot-6, 235 pounds and is the No. 11 player at the position, per 247 Sports Composite. Coach Johnson is leading the charge in Smith’s recruitment and it’s playing a large part in Ohio State being a top school since they offered him in March. 

Five-star EDGE DJ Jacobs is the headliner of the class for the Buckeyes and Smith would be an excellent running mate to pair with. Landing a top 100 player would give the Buckeyes a nice boost on the trail and a decision is expected to be made rather soon. 

Ohio State has had good luck recruiting at St. Thomas Aquinas over the years with Joey Bosa and Nick Bosa being the most popular. Damon Arnette is another notable name from STA and Smith could be the next in line for the Buckeyes as a key part of the 2027 class. 

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