Ohio State just landed a big-time addition to its 2026 recruiting class - and it came with more twists than a fourth-quarter comeback.
Texas athlete Legend Bey officially signed with the Buckeyes on Monday, putting an end to a recruiting saga that had fans from Columbus to Knoxville refreshing their feeds for weeks. The 5-foot-11, 175-pound speedster is expected to arrive on campus next month, just ahead of the spring semester that begins January 12.
Bey’s commitment wasn’t always pointing toward Columbus. In fact, he originally flipped to Ohio State from Tennessee last month after a strong push from running backs coach Carlos Locklyn, who had been recruiting Bey relentlessly since January. But that didn’t mean the race was over.
Bey’s recruitment took a dramatic turn on National Signing Day. Despite his verbal commitment to the Buckeyes, Bey signed with Tennessee - a move that surprised many and raised eyebrows across the recruiting landscape. The decision, it turns out, was heavily influenced by his inner circle, particularly his mother, who was strongly in favor of him staying with the Volunteers.
The day after Signing Day, Bey posted - and quickly deleted - a tweet explaining that his mother and older brother had control of his social media accounts. It was a brief but telling moment that hinted at the tug-of-war happening behind the scenes.
Six days ago, Tennessee officially released Bey from his National Letter of Intent, clearing the way for him to sign with Ohio State - this time for good. And on Monday, he did just that.
According to 247Sports, Bey ranks as the No. 149 overall prospect in the 2026 class. He brings elite versatility to the Buckeyes’ offense and special teams. Expect him to line up in the backfield, in the slot, and as a return man - the kind of all-purpose weapon that can tilt the field in a hurry.
With Bey now officially on board, Ohio State’s 2026 recruiting class climbs from No. 6 to No. 5 in the national rankings. It’s another win for Ryan Day’s staff in what’s shaping up to be a loaded class - and a reminder that in the world of recruiting, it’s not over until the ink is dry.