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's spring football and recruiting landscape, emphasizing the Buckeyes' strategic, wide-net approach to recruiting, particularly on the offensive line and defensive line. He highlights key recruits like 6'7" offensive tackle Jimmy Callis, in-state prospect Davis Seaman, and the rising interest in Colorado's Jackson Roper, all under the guidance of recruiter Tyler Bowen. A major focus is on the defensive line, where the Buckeyes are aggressively pursuing top-tier talent like Marcus Fakatou and Casey Curry, with strong signals that Larry Johnson will remain committed to the program. Devin also discusses the growing influence of NIL deals, citing top recruits demanding up to $8 million, and stresses the importance of thorough evaluations before commitments. On the field, he previews the upcoming spring game, expressing excitement for quarterback Julian Sands’ command of the offense, Tavian St. Clair’s development, and the potential impact of new transfers and freshmen. The episode closes with a trivia segment and a reminder to engage with the community through likes, subscriptions, and sharing.

Key Takeaways
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Ohio State is casting a wide net in recruiting, especially on the offensive and defensive lines, with Tyler Bowen leading the charge.

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NIL deals are now a major factor, with top recruits demanding up to $8 million, requiring careful evaluation before commitment.

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The Buckeyes are poised to make a late push after senior season film evaluations, following last year’s successful strategy.

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Key defensive line targets like Marcus Fakatou and Casey Curry are in play, with Larry Johnson confirming his commitment to the class.

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Spring game will showcase quarterback Julian Sands, Tavian St. Clair, and new transfers, with a focus on offensive command and defensive pressure.

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Chapters
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5 min

Recruiting Strategy & Offensive Line Updates

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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5:00
5 min

Defensive Line & Recruiting Momentum

Parents and recruits are literally asking that question face-to-face with him. And he is telling them, man, I'm going to be around, right?

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10:00
10 min

NIL Influence & Evaluation Process

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.

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20:00
10 min

Spring Game Preview & Player Watchlist

Devin previews the upcoming spring game, highlighting key players to watch including Julian Sands, Tavian St. Clair, and new transfers, while cautioning against overreaction but embracing excitement.

30:00
10 min

Community Engagement & Trivia

Devin engages the audience with a trivia question about the 2024 leading tackler, reveals Cody Simon as the answer, and encourages fan interaction through likes, shares, and video submissions.

High-Impact Quotes
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.
Devin13:29
Viral: 85.0
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: 82.0
Parents and recruits are literally asking that question face-to-face with him. And he is telling them, man, I'm going to be around, right?
Devin16:49
Viral: 80.0
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Devin
Topics Discussed
Offensive Line Recruiting90%Defensive Line Recruiting88%NIL Deals in College Football85%Spring Football Preview80%Recruiting Evaluation Process78%Ohio State Football Strategy75%Player Development & Transfers70%Fan Engagement & Community Building65%
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Devin

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Tyler Bowen

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Julian Sands

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Liz

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Jimmy Callis

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David Gabriel Georges

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Tavian St. Clair

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Steely

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Davis Seaman

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