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Analyst Tom Loy examines the handful of five-star prospects in the 2027 class whose commitments remain unsettled, highlighting the schools in the mix and the chances they will flip before the December 2026 signing period.
Marcus Fakatou, a top-ranked defensive lineman, announced his verbal commitment to Ohio State on June 29, choosing the program over Georgia and Texas and signaling a major boost for the Buckeyes' upcoming recruiting class.
Marcus Fakatou, a five‑star defensive lineman from Sierra Canyon, announced his commitment to Ohio State University, picking the Buckeyes over Georgia and Texas. The decision adds to a defensive line class that already features DJ Jacobs, Wyatt Smith and Prince Goldsby, all ranked among the nation’s top 100 prospects.
Five‑star defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou is set to announce his college choice on Monday, a decision that could reshape Ohio State's 2027 recruiting class.
Georgia's top football prospects are signing early, but one elite recruit remains undecided, underscoring the nuanced factors that still influence high‑stakes college choices.
From Monshun Sales’s Alabama roots to Xavier Sabb’s Oregon lean, the 2027 class is being charted by a series of official trips and emerging preferences.
As the official visit season wraps up, the nation’s highest‑rated seniors in the Class of 2027 have announced their college commitments, setting the stage for a new wave of talent on campus this fall.
Multiple Rivals predictions and a recent campus visit have heightened expectations that Marcus Fakatou will join Ohio State's 2027 class, a move that could reshape the team's defensive line and improve a recruiting class currently ranked near the bottom of the decade.
DJ Jacobs, a five-star edge prospect, pledged his future to the Ohio State Buckeyes after a surprise campus visit, citing the program as his future home. His commitment underscores the impact of longtime defensive line coach Larry Johnson, who has secured multiple top talents despite his age.
Nate Kamba, a four-star defensive lineman from Charlotte, announced his commitment to Auburn University after a whirlwind recruiting process that included visits to several SEC powerhouses.
Kasi Currie, a top-ranked defensive lineman, pledged to Texas, marking a pivotal recruiting milestone and highlighting the impact of scouting services in shaping college football's future.
Marcus Fakatou, a five‑star defensive lineman from California, visited Ohio State and praised coach Larry Johnson, while the Buckeyes already hold commitments from DJ Jacobs and Wyatt Smith. Analysts expect his commitment soon, favoring Ohio State.
In a stunning turn of events, five‑star defensive lineman Kasi Currie chose the Texas Longhorns over the Ohio State Buckeyes, citing multi‑million dollar considerations. The move underscores shifting dynamics in the 2027 recruiting class.
The Hurricanes' 2027 recruiting class climbs into the top three with 18 pledges, while impactful transfers bolster the basketball program and set the stage for a competitive year.
Recent pledges from Markez Davis, KJ Green and Brennan Lacy have lifted LSU’s 2027 recruiting class from No. 52 to No. 45, underscoring the Tigers’ growing appeal
Early June 2026 sees a reshuffling of the 2027 recruiting landscape, with Ohio State slipping, while UCLA, Clemson and Miami climb, highlighted by key flips such as Jaiden Bryant.
Five‑star edge rusher K.J. Green announced his decision to join LSU, choosing the Tigers over a slate of powerhouse programs that included Alabama, Georgia, Texas and Oregon. The commitment lifts LSU’s 2027 class into the top‑50 nationally and adds to a growing wave of high‑profile recruits.
Marcus Fakatou, a five-star defensive lineman from Chatsworth, California, is navigating a high‑stakes recruitment process that has drawn attention from top college programs and analysts alike.
Despite losing a key defensive end to Indiana, Ohio State continues to build a robust 2027 recruiting class with multiple official visits planned for the summer.
The Buckeyes have locked in 13 commitments for the class of 2027, positioning them eighth nationally and hinting at a future that could reshape the roster.
Brayden Parks, a five‑star defensive tackle from the 2026 class, announced that he will not take the scheduled visit to Ohio State and is now focusing his recruitment on Notre Dame and Oregon. The decision comes as Ohio State’s defensive line recruitment strategy shifts, with the coaching staff turning its attention to other top interior prospects such as Marcus Fakatou and Kasi Currie. Both Fakatou and Currie hold top‑10 rankings among defensive linemen nationally, and their commitments would bolster a line that already features headliner DJ Jacobs, according to insiders. Larry Johnson, the Buckeyes’ defensive line coach, has emphasized that the program remains confident in assembling a strong class despite the missed visit, noting that the loss of one recruit does not derail the overall vision. The ripple effect extends beyond the Midwest, influencing conversations at rival programs and recruiting services, where Rivals and 247 Sports continue to track the evolving picture.
Prince Goldsby’s pledge to Ohio State adds a high-rated defensive piece to a 2027 class that already includes DJ Jacobs, Wyatt Smith and several other standout prospects.
Ohio State is building a top‑ten 2027 recruiting class, anchored by five‑star edge rusher DJ Jacobs and a host of other high‑rated prospects, as the program eyes a decisive push before national signing day
A look at the high‑profile pledges, the coaching staff's strategy, and what the upcoming signing period means for college football.