The Ohio State Buckeyes are experiencing a remarkable run in recruiting lately. They’ve successfully secured commitments from top transfer portal prospects, and the outlook for the future is very promising. Particularly noteworthy is the anticipated strength of the 2025 recruiting class. Just a week after adding a top cornerback to their roster, they received a major boost with the commitment of Na’eem Offord, the fifth-ranked recruit overall in his class, choosing to join their program.
Ohio State Lands CB Na’eem Offord
Offord visited Columbus over the weekend and evidently was impressed by what he experienced. His decision to verbally commit came swiftly after his visit. He now joins Devin Sanchez, the second-ranked corner in their class. Impressively, the Buckeyes boast six players ranked in the top 85 for the 2025 cycle, a remarkable achievement considering it’s only February. Even more impressive is the fact that five out of those six commitments have been secured in the past month alone. While Ryan Day has faced some criticism, it’s difficult to dispute the effectiveness of his recruiting efforts.
Pressure To Win
While the future of the program looks promising, there’s immediate pressure to succeed. The Buckeyes have faced three consecutive losses to Michigan, highlighting the need to win against top teams. Despite their abundance of talent, they’ve struggled to secure crucial victories. With Jim Harbaugh’s departure, expectations are even higher. Failure to deliver this year could put Ryan Day under scrutiny. Can the Buckeyes clinch the Big Ten title in 2024? They certainly possess the talent, but they must translate that into on-field success to achieve their goals.