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The article discusses Ohio State's recruiting rankings within the Big Ten for the 2026 class on National Signing Day, highlighting the significance of the early signing period and providing updates on signing, flipping, or decommitting prospects, with rankings sourced from 247Sports.com.
Notre Dame football is set to sign a historic recruiting class on National Signing Day, highlighted by their 2026 class ranked #3 nationally, which is possibly the best in the internet era, reflecting the program's resurgence under coach Marcus Freeman.
National Signing Day 2026 marks the beginning of the official signing period for top high school football prospects, with Ohio State's class led by wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. The event is closely watched as players commit and sometimes flip or decommit, impacting college football recruiting rankings.
The first National Signing Day for the 2025 college football recruiting cycle saw Texas leapfrog Georgia to claim the top spot in the 247Sports team rankings after securing five-star athlete Michael Terry III. Texas's success was further cemented by landing five-star defensive lineman Justus Terry, preventing Georgia from achieving back-to-back No. 1 classes. The top five recruiting classes currently include Texas, Georgia, Alabama, Oregon, and Ohio State, with rankings expected to change as the day progresses.
The SEC's 2025 recruiting class saw varied success across its programs on National Signing Day. Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, Tennessee, Texas, and Texas A&M received high grades for securing top recruits and making significant flips, while Florida, LSU, Missouri, Ole Miss, and South Carolina also performed well with notable additions. Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi State, and Vanderbilt had more modest outcomes, with some key signings but also significant losses. Overall, the SEC remains competitive with several programs securing top-10 recruiting classes.
Oregon's football team, under coach Dan Lanning, achieved a historic national signing day by flipping several high-profile recruits, including quarterback Jaron Keawe Sagapolutele and cornerback Na’eem Offord, to secure a top-five recruiting class. The Ducks' class, ranked No. 4 by 247Sports, emphasizes quality with 19 four- and five-star prospects. Lanning attributes the success to consistency and a clear vision, aiming to build a team of top competitors. Oregon retained key players despite potential flips and plans to enroll 15 of the 20 new recruits early.
The Early Signing Period for the 2025 college football class saw significant shifts, with Oregon overtaking Georgia and Ohio State for the top recruiting class after securing key commitments, including Na'eem Offord. Meanwhile, top prospects like David Sanders and Justus Terry have yet to finalize their commitments, with Sanders expected to sign with Tennessee soon and Terry deciding between several top programs. Some recruits are delaying their decisions until later signing periods, adding further intrigue to the recruitment landscape.
National Signing Day for the class of 2025 has seen significant activity in the Big Ten Conference, with three programs ranked in the national top 10 and eight in the top 25 according to the On3 Industry Team Recruiting Rankings. The rankings are based on a weighted average from four major recruiting media companies, providing a comprehensive view of team recruiting success. Oregon, Ohio State, and Michigan lead the Big Ten, with Oregon ranked third nationally. Recruits have until Friday to sign during the Early Signing Period, with the next window opening in February.
The early signing period for the 2025 college football recruiting cycle saw significant shifts in team rankings, with Texas, Oregon, and Florida emerging as major winners. Texas secured the top spot with a strong class, while Oregon made notable flips, including five-star cornerback Na'eem Offord. Florida's momentum, driven by DJ Lagway, pushed them into the top 10. Conversely, Clemson, USC, and Oklahoma faced challenges, with Clemson's class ranking outside the top 25 for only the second time in the 247Sports era. The transfer portal continues to influence recruiting dynamics.
The early National Signing Day period for the Class of 2025 has begun, with top high school football prospects from New Jersey committing to Division 1 colleges. This event marks the first of two signing periods, where athletes officially sign their letters of intent to play college football.
Five-star defensive lineman Jahkeem Stewart has committed to USC, choosing the Trojans over other top programs like LSU and Oregon. Originally a 2026 high school graduate, Stewart reclassified to the 2025 class to enroll in college early. The 6-foot-6, 277-pound standout from New Orleans made the announcement during a National Signing Day ceremony at Edna Karr High School. Stewart, who excelled at St. Augustine with impressive stats, transferred to Karr to meet graduation requirements for early college enrollment.
With 93 of the top 100 prospects in the Class of 2025 already committed, the early National Signing Day may see limited action unless last-minute commitment flips occur. Georgia currently leads the 247Sports Composite team rankings, aiming for consecutive No. 1 recruiting classes, with Alabama, Ohio State, Texas, and Auburn close behind. Any unexpected changes could significantly impact the rankings, making the day potentially eventful.
Five-star cornerback Na'eem Offord has flipped his commitment from Ohio State to Oregon on National Signing Day. Offord, a top-ranked player from Alabama, was also pursued by Auburn but chose the Ducks, boosting Oregon's recruiting class to a top-five ranking under coach Dan Lanning. Offord is considered a potential top NFL Draft pick, and his commitment strengthens Oregon's position as they prepare for the Big Ten Championship Game against Penn State.
Four-star quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele has flipped his commitment from Cal to Oregon on National Signing Day, boosting Oregon's 2025 recruiting class to No. 5 in the nation according to 247Sports. Sagapolutele, ranked No. 106 in the 2025 class, is the top player from Hawaii and joins fellow four-star quarterback Akili Smith Jr. in Oregon's recruiting lineup.
Five-star cornerback Na'eem Offord has switched his college commitment from Ohio State to Oregon, signing with the Ducks during National Signing Day. Offord, ranked No. 20 in the Rivals250, cited Oregon's persistent recruitment efforts and his visits to the campus as key factors in his decision. Despite initially committing to Ohio State, Offord continued to explore options with Oregon and Auburn, ultimately choosing the Ducks.