The Buckeyes have landed another big commitment for their 2026 recruiting class as cornerback Jakob Weatherspoon from Avon (Ohio) has announced he has picked Ohio State. Weatherspoon made multiple Ohio State visits for the Buckeyes’ games, including versus Indiana and Michigan and has now announced he will play his college football in Columbus, Ohio for Ohio State.
“I love the coaching staff. They’re all great dudes,” Weatherspoon has told Bucknuts. “And it seems like they think highly of me, coach (Tim) Walt(on) and coach (Gerren) DuHart are in touch every day.”
Weatherspoon was offered a scholarship by the Buckeyes on June 5 after an outstanding performance at the Ohio State one-day camp that day.
The 5-foot-11 and 172-pound Weatherspoon has well over a dozen scholarship offers all as a corner. In addition to Ohio State, his offer list includes Notre Dame, Penn State, Michigan, Michigan State, Wisconsin, Illinois, Cincinnati, Vanderbilt and Syracuse.
For the Buckeyes, Tim Walton and Gerren DuHart have been recruiting Weatherspoon.
Weatherspoon is a 4-star prospect in the 247Sports Composite. He is the country’s No. 164 overall 2026 prospect, the No. 9 athlete and the No. 7 prospect in Ohio.
It has been a great start to the new year for the Buckeyes as on Wednesday night, Ohio State rolled over Oregon 41-21 in the Rose Bowl to advance to the final four of the college football playoff and a game against Texas, and now the staff lands a huge commitment from one of their top of the board class of 2026 defensive targets.
Weatherspoon is a fast and physical cornerback with very good coverage skills and the ability to jam wide receivers at the line of scrimmage as well as run with them in coverage. He could play inside or outside corner in college. Weatherspoon has played safety and cornerback for Avon as well as on offense but has been recruited as a cornerback by the Buckeyes.
The Buckeyes want to sign at least three class of 2024 cornerbacks and now have their first in Weatherspoon, who has excelled for one of the top prep football programs in Ohio.
IMPACT
In landing Weatherspoon, the Buckeyes have again kept one of the state’s top talents at home. And the Buckeyes have beaten out Michigan for a top prospect that the Wolverine coaching staff really wanted.
The commitment of Wetherspoon also kicks off a great recruiting start to the new year and gives Ohio State four commitments now in their 2026 recruiting class.
Weatherspoon is an outstanding cornerback talent that I think can be a two or maybe three-year starter for the Buckeyes and a potential future 1st-round NFL draft choice. I think he can be a big factor for the Buckeyes by his second year at Ohio State.
Ohio State continues to strengthen its defense with the commitment of 4-star cornerback Jakob Weatherspoon. The highly sought-after recruit announced his decision to join the Buckeyes, adding even more talent to their already impressive roster.
Weatherspoon, known for his speed, agility, and lockdown coverage skills, is expected to make an immediate impact for Ohio State. His commitment is a major win for the Buckeyes, as they look to solidify their defense and compete at the highest level.
Fans are excited to see Weatherspoon in action and are eager to watch him showcase his talents on the field. With his commitment, Ohio State’s defense is shaping up to be one of the best in the country next season.
Congratulations to Jakob Weatherspoon on his commitment to Ohio State. Buckeye Nation is thrilled to have him on board! #GoBuckeyes
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