Ohio State flips 2027 RB Daylon Gordon

Ohio State landed its first running back commitment in the 2027 class when Texas prospect Daylon Gordon flipped from Texas State after an official visit to Columbus. Gordon, listed as a three- or four-star recruit depending on the outlet, joins the Buckeyes after drawing offers from several other programs, including Power Four schools. At 5-foot-9 and about 195 pounds, he has been productive as a runner and receiver and also offers return ability; one report says he had 2,498 all-purpose yards and 35 touchdowns through nine games. The commitment follows Ohio State’s misses on earlier running back targets, and the program may continue pursuing additional players at the position.