OSU Insider-Spring Football UPDATES- MAJOR Recruiting moves at OT
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In this concise but energetic episode of The Buckeye Scoop, host Devin delivers timely updates on Ohio State's spring football preparations and recruiting momentum ahead of the upcoming spring game. He highlights key offensive line recruits including 6'7" Pennsylvania prospect Jimmy Callis, in-state talent Davis Seaman, and Colorado's athletic Jackson Roper, praising the Buckeyes' expanded recruiting net under Tyler Bowen. The show also spotlights a surprise visit from Oklahoma cornerback Gabriel Osborne, a top-40 national recruit, and discusses the defensive line's strength with targets like Casey Curry and Marcus Fakatou. Devin emphasizes Ohio State's strategic patience, waiting for senior film evaluations before making final pushes—mirroring last year's successful late surge. He expresses excitement for the spring game, particularly watching quarterback Julian Sands' command and the development of young players like Tavian St. Clair and Jaquaden Guilford. The episode closes with a trivia segment, where Steely wins a free ticket by correctly identifying Cody Simon as Ohio State’s 2024 leading tackler, despite widespread guesses pointing to Caleb Downs.
Ohio State is building momentum with top offensive line recruits like Jimmy Callis and Jackson Roper, with a focus on big, athletic frames.
The Buckeyes are quietly gaining ground with elite defensive recruits, especially on the defensive line, where they’re expected to invest heavily.
Recruiting strategy is shifting toward late-season evaluations and film reviews, following last year’s successful late push.
Devin emphasizes patience and trust in the process, especially with high-profile recruits like David Gabriel Georges and DJ Jacobs.
Spring game will be a key opportunity to assess quarterback Julian Sands, Tavian St. Clair, and emerging freshmen like Jaquaden Guilford.
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Recruiting Strategy & Spring Game Anticipation
Devin sets the tone for the episode, explaining his decision to slow down recruiting coverage until closer to signing day and previews key updates on offensive line and cornerback recruiting, while building excitement for the upcoming spring game.
Offensive Line Recruiting Breakdown
“We've got Sam Greer in the boat, Carter Lowe. You'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.”
Cornerback & Defensive Line Targets
“If Coach Walt could pull this one out, that would be amazing. But out of Oklahoma, obviously Oklahoma is going to be in there, Texas, those type of people, so those type of schools.”
Strategic Recruiting & 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. That's $500,000 gone down the drain.”
Spring Game Preview & Fan Engagement
Devin previews the spring game, highlighting key players to watch, including Julian Sands, Tavian St. Clair, and freshmen like Jaquaden Guilford, while engaging fans with trivia and encouraging them to share clips from the game.
“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. That's $500,000 gone down the drain.”
“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.”
“We've got Sam Greer in the boat, Carter Lowe. You'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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