The Jordan Darren Offer That Has David Gabriel Georges Heading Straight to Ohio State, Like It or Not

Alright, listen up, Seattle. We're always locked in on our Emerald City squads, from Lumen Field to T-Mobile Park. But sometimes, you gotta tip your hat to what's happening outside the Pacific Northwest. And right now, what's brewing in Columbus, Ohio, for their 2027 recruiting class is straight-up wild. We're talking about the Buckeyes being on the verge of snatching up not one, but two more five-star studs, with running back David Gabriel Georges, the No. 2 RB and No. 10 overall player in his class, basically having one foot already in their locker room. And get this: a savvy move involving his high school teammate just sealed the deal. Seriously, these guys are playing chess.

Buckeyes' Loaded Class Is Already Stacked

So, Ohio State's 2027 class already has 15 verbal commitments, and yeah, it's ranked No. 11 nationally by 247Sports Composite. Not bad, right? But here's the real kicker: Head Coach Ryan Day and his crew are all about quality over quantity. Their average player rating is a ridiculous 92.72, which is good for sixth in the whole dang country. That's like drafting a whole lineup of top-tier talent! They've already got two five-star pledges locked down in defensive lineman DJ Jacobs, the No. 4 overall player, and wide receiver Jamier Brown, No. 23 overall. Plus, a trio of other top-100 guys: EDGE Wyatt Smith, No. 78, offensive tackle Kellen Wymer, No. 81, and linebacker Prince Goldsby, No. 93. It's a killer start, but they're not done, not by a long shot. They're still chasing those "big fish," and man, are they reeling them in.

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David Gabriel Georges: The Bucks Just Went All-In

Now, let's talk about the crown jewel, David Gabriel Georges. This dude from Tennessee is the real deal, a top-10 overall player, and he's been position coach Carlos Locklyn's sole focus. About three weeks ago, Ohio State rolled out the red carpet for him, and the buzz? Palpable. Predictor sites like On3 RPM started lighting up with Ohio State in his favor, including shouts from Ohio State insider Alex Gleitman and On3 Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. Then, a few days later, he visited the in-state Volunteers, and there were whispers things might flip. You know how it goes with hometown heroes, right? But guess what? Two weeks later, not a single prediction has budged from the Buckeyes. What did Ohio State do? They pulled the ultimate power move: they offered a scholarship to Jordan Darren, Georges' unranked high school teammate and roommate. DGG loved it. It's a three-team race now, with Tennessee and Ole Miss still in the mix, but with that kind of strategic play, Ohio State's gotta be the favorite. Georges makes his official commitment on July 22.

This is pure recruiting gold, folks. It shows you the lengths teams go to land those game-changers. With a month still to go until David Gabriel Georges makes his decision, it's clear the Buckeyes have played their hand perfectly. And word on the street is they're also in "pole position" for another five-star defensive prospect. Imagine our Seahawks landing a couple of those types of game-wreckers for Mike Macdonald! We'll be watching closely to see if Ohio State can truly close the deal and solidify what could be a historic class. Go Hawks! Go M's! Go Kraken!

This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.