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Can Ohio State land the best safety in the nation after months of optimism?

Ohio State has been the favorite for landing the number one safety in the 2026 class, but can they finish what they started?

Ohio State Buckeye head coach Ryan Day looks away from the field of play after a dropped pass in the 2nd half during the spring game at Ohio Stadium on April 12, 2025. | Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Ohio State football recruiting, coming off a national championship, has been less than what many Buckeye fans would expect.

Although the Buckeyes do hold commitments from two 5-star prospects according to the 247 Sports Composite rankings, the class is barely in the top 10.