Ohio State’s push for five-star running back David Gabriel Georges is still very much alive, but the latest insider buzz suggests this one is far from settled.
The Buckeyes have poured plenty of time and resources into Georges’ recruitment over the last 18 months, and it’s easy to understand why. He’s the No. 2 running back recruit in the country, and Ohio State clearly believes he can be a difference-maker. On tape, Georges stands out with a rare blend of speed and power, plus the kind of vision that lets him find the right crease and the patience to wait for cutback lanes to open.
For now, the race appears to be centered on Ohio State and Tennessee, with Ole Miss still listed as a finalist. Rivals insiders recently weighed in, and the split shows just how murky this recruitment remains.
Nine insiders made predictions, with six choosing the Buckeyes and three going with the Vols. That gives Ohio State the edge in the predictions, but not enough to call this one done by any stretch.
The money side is part of the conversation, too. His high NIL price tag is considered a concern, and that only adds to the uncertainty around where he’ll land.
What’s not in doubt is how much Ohio State wants him. Georges is the recruit the coaching staff has spent the most time on, and Ryan Day and his staff seem to view him as a generational talent at the position. If that’s how they see him, then paying whatever it takes to get him in the building would be worth it for the offense.
And that offense could look a lot more dangerous with Georges in the mix. He’d bring immediate value as a freshman, and his presence would stretch things even further for the passing game.
He would also be a major help for a young quarterback like Tavien St. Clair, who is likely to be the starter next year.
Julian Sayin could still be around next season, though another strong year would likely put a first-round grade on him after what he did last year.
Ohio State has already built a strong 2027 recruiting class, and Day isn’t done yet. The Buckeyes will keep adding through December, when Signing Day arrives, and there’s a real chance the class finishes in the top five. The recruiting trail has been kind to Ohio State lately, and this pursuit is another big one to watch.
Practice is coming soon, and that will make it feel a lot more real that the college football season is close. For now, it’s still just the middle of summer.
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