BREAKING: Ohio State Buckeyes, Ryan Day Successfully Flip 5-Star Oregon Commit After Visit in Massive Recruiting Win
In a major development that’s shaking up the college football recruiting landscape, Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day has pulled off a significant coup by flipping a 5-star recruit who had been committed to the Oregon Ducks. The top-tier prospect changed course following a recent visit to Columbus, marking a massive win for the Buckeyes on the recruiting trail.
Sources close to the situation confirm that the elite high school player—whose name is expected to be officially released soon—made the decision after a high-impact visit to Ohio State’s campus earlier this week. The visit included time with Coach Day, positional coaches, and current players, and reportedly made a “huge impression” on both the athlete and his family.
The 5-star recruit had been a verbal commit to the University of Oregon and was considered one of the crown jewels of their 2025 class. A dynamic playmaker and top-10 national prospect, the flip not only boosts Ohio State’s already strong recruiting class but also delivers a blow to one of their potential College Football Playoff competitors.
“This is a big one. You don’t just flip a kid like this without making a serious statement,” said a national recruiting analyst. “Ryan Day and his staff put in serious work to make it happen. This sends a message.”
Ohio State’s recruiting class is now firmly cemented among the best in the country, and the addition of another 5-star only strengthens their standing. Day, who has earned a reputation as one of the nation’s most effective recruiters, continues to prove that Ohio State remains a premier destination for elite talent across the country.
Recruiting experts point to Ohio State’s player development, NFL pipeline, and winning culture as key reasons for the flip. Additionally, the Buckeyes’ recent success in developing players at the recruit’s position may have tipped the scales in their favor.
The news comes at a pivotal time as programs across the nation gear up for the summer recruiting season. With official visits and camps underway, momentum is critical—and Ohio State just made one of the summer’s loudest moves.
While Oregon will undoubtedly look to bounce back and recover, the loss of such a high-profile player so late in the process is a setback. For the Buckeyes, however, this flip marks a major triumph and further fuels optimism for what’s shaping up to be an elite 2025 recruiting class.
Stay tuned as more details on the recruit’s name and comments from the coaching staff are expected to be released soon.