The Ohio State Buckeyes are already making noise on the 2027 recruiting trail-and they’re doing it in a big way. With the nation’s No. 1 overall prospect, DJ Jacobs, already committed, the Buckeyes have a potential cornerstone in place.
But they’re not stopping there. Ohio State is aiming to stack talent on the offensive side of the ball, and three more five-star names are sitting high atop their wish list.
Right now, the Buckeyes hold the No. 3-ranked class for 2027, with two five-star commits already in the fold. Still, the coaching staff is pushing hard to add more elite talent, particularly at wide receiver, offensive line, and running back. The trio of Monshun Sales, Maxwell Hiller, and David Gabriel Georges are at the center of that push-and each could play a major role in shaping the future of the Buckeye offense.
Let’s break them down.
Monshun Sales: The next great Buckeye wideout?
Sales, a five-star wide receiver out of Indianapolis, recently trimmed his list of schools and included Ohio State in his final four. That’s a big development for a program with a rich tradition of producing top-tier wideouts. If Sales were to commit, he’d be the latest in a long line of elite receivers to choose the Buckeyes-but what makes his recruitment particularly notable is that he’d be the first five-star receiver to commit without Brian Hartline on the coaching staff.
That’s significant. Hartline was a major force in building Ohio State’s reputation as “WRU,” and Sales’ interest shows that the Buckeyes’ brand at the position still holds serious weight-even amid staff changes.
Sales brings elite route-running, top-end speed, and the kind of catch radius that makes quarterbacks look good. He’s the kind of player who could step in and contribute early.
Maxwell Hiller: Holding the line up front
In the trenches, Ohio State is targeting five-star interior lineman Maxwell Hiller. Hiller has also narrowed his choices to four schools, and Ohio State is the only non-SEC program left standing.
That alone speaks volumes about the Buckeyes’ appeal. Hiller hails from Pennsylvania, which may give Ohio State a geographic edge-they’re the only northern school in the mix.
Hiller’s tape shows a lineman who plays with a rare combination of power and polish. He’s technically sound, moves well laterally, and finishes blocks with authority. Interior linemen of his caliber don’t come around often, and landing him would be a major win for a Buckeye offensive line that’s always looking to reload with NFL-caliber talent.
David Gabriel Georges: A dynamic back with options
Then there’s David Gabriel Georges, a five-star running back whose recruitment is still fairly open. Right now, Ohio State and Tennessee appear to be the frontrunners, but other programs are still in the mix. Georges is the kind of back who can change a game with one touch-he’s explosive in space, shows great vision, and has the kind of top-end speed that turns 10-yard gains into home runs.
For Ohio State, adding Georges would be a statement. The Buckeyes have had their share of elite backs over the years, and Georges fits that mold. But with his recruitment still fluid, the next few months will be crucial in solidifying their position.
The next step: Getting them on campus
Recruiting momentum is one thing-but turning interest into commitments is another. For Ohio State, the next big priority is getting Sales, Hiller, and Georges on campus this summer.
A visit to Columbus could go a long way in sealing the deal. The Buckeyes have built a reputation for hosting high-impact visits that show recruits exactly what the program is about-elite development, national exposure, and a clear path to the NFL.
With DJ Jacobs already on board, the foundation for a special 2027 class is in place. Now, it’s about adding the finishing pieces.
If Ohio State can land even two of these three five-star targets, this class could rival some of the best in recent memory. And if they pull off the trifecta?
Watch out. The Buckeyes could be building something truly special.