Ohio State Scores Massive Victory as 5-Star DB Ends All Recruitment Drama

Ohio State football got a major boost Wednesday as one of its five-star commits made things crystal clear: his recruitment is over.

Ohio State Football Locks Down Five-Star Commitment as Bradford Shuts Down Recruitment

Ohio State football secured a major recruiting win Wednesday as one of its prized five-star commits, safety Blaine Bradford, reaffirmed his pledge to the Buckeyes. In a message that left no room for doubt, Bradford told OSU insider Marc Givler that he’s completely shutting down his recruitment — with zero interest in visiting any other schools.

“I’m a man of my word,” Bradford said. “At the end of the day, other people can try. I don’t mind telling people about it, I don’t mind explaining myself, but I’m a man of my word and I plan on sticking to it.”

The Buckeyes pulled off what many have called a “major heist,” prying Bradford out of LSU’s backyard in Baton Rouge — a bold move against the reigning national champions.

Ryan Day and his staff continue to build an elite recruiting class. In addition to Bradford, Ohio State beat out Michigan and Notre Dame for four-star corner Jordan Thomas, and recently won a heated battle over Oregon and Alabama to land defensive lineman Kayden Dixon-Wyatt.

5-Star Prospect Opens Up About His Loyalty to Ohio State After Committing

Bradford Emerges as a Major Steal for Ohio State, Embraces Old-School Commitment Mentality

Bradford stands out as a major recruiting win for Ohio State — not just for his five-star talent, but for his unwavering commitment in an era where that word often carries less weight. In today’s recruiting landscape, it’s common for prospects to pledge to a school while continuing to explore other options. But that mindset doesn’t sit right with Bradford.

“I’ve seen it a lot, but I’ve never really understood why people commit and still take visits,” he said. “To me, if you commit, it’s because you truly believe in that school and want to sell yourself to that program. Taking other visits after committing just feels disrespectful.”

Bradford’s loyalty and clear-headed approach mark him as a rare throwback in the modern recruiting world — and a big win for Ryan Day and the Buckeyes.