But the majority of the room should return for the 2026 season, which means that Ohio State could indeed be finished recruiting at linebacker with just two pledges. As it stands now, there are not any easily identifiable targets on the board. Could that change in the coming weeks and months? Absolutely. But for now, Laurinaitis’ crop might be done.

The Ohio State Buckeyes have been one of the best recruiting machines over the last decade since Urban Meyer transformed their approach into a nationwide effort. Being able to draw in top athletes from across the country has led to two National Championships,

Several programs saw a commit or two jump up the list, including Notre Dame, Georgia, Oregon, Florida State and others, but no program has more to celebrate than Ohio State. The Buckeyes are, once again, reloading with the 2026 class.