Big positives on the USC football recruiting trail at Ohio State

USC football fans have reason to be excited about the commitment of No. 1 running back Duce Robinson, as well as Ohio State’s huge projection.

When it comes to the 2023 college football recruiting class, one really big fish is still on the loose, at least until Thursday.

That’s because then the top-ranked tight end and last uncommitted five-star recruit in the 2023 class, Duce Robinson, announces his decision. This is really good news for USC football, as the Trojans have been working toward a commitment.

Robinson has talked about how exciting it would be to play with USC football quarterback and reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams. Georgia was long considered the favorite, but crystal balls and expert predictions began to turn earlier this month.

The Bulldogs will certainly do their best to convince Robinson to join the two-time national champions, but right now all the buzz is in favor of USC football when it comes to Duce Robinson.

Ohio State football with huge expert projection

There is a perception that Ohio State’s recruiting is down, but it’s not that accurate. It’s true that Ohio State third baseman Jordan Marshall was missed by the Buckeyes and that he went to rival Michigan.

That hurt. But Ohio State football is doing well. The Buckeyes are on trend with another top-10 running back in the 2024 class after failing at Marshall. They also got a pair of four-star offensive linemen this week.

The best news for Ohio State football fans, or at least the most encouraging, is On3.com’s Chad Simmons’ new expert project on the Buckeyes landing. Dylan Stewart.

Stewart is ranked No. 1 in the class of 2024 by On3 and is seventh in the On3 industry rankings. The 6-foot-5, 235-pounder is out of Washington, D.C. and just visited the Ohio State football program.

Alabama was considered the leader recently, and every major program is in the mix, but right now Ryan Day and the Buckeyes are trending to add another elite pass rusher.