BONUS: Skull Session Podcast - Reviewing the 2026 Recruiting Class

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August 11, 20251 hr 4 min
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BONUS: Skull Session Podcast - Reviewing the 2026 Recruiting Class

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Skull Session Recruiting Podcast: Deep Dive into Ohio State's 2026 Class & NIL Impact

Join hosts Juck and Marc Givler on the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast as they discuss the latest in Ohio State Buckeyes football recruiting. In this episode, they dive deep into the 2026 recruiting class, including top prospects like LaDamian Guyton and committed talents such as Cincere Johnson and Blaine Bradford. They also explore how NIL deals are shaping the recruitment landscape, the impact of recent rule changes, and potential strategy pivots for Ohio State. Whether you're a Buckeye fan or just love recruiting insights, this episode is packed with valuable information!

00:00 Welcome to the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast
00:33 LaDamian Guyton's Commitment to Texas Tech 
02:03 The Impact of NIL on Recruiting Decisions 
04:33 Ohio State's Pursuit of Bralan Womack
06:52 Challenges in Predicting Recruitment Outcomes 
10:54 Ohio State's NIL Strategy and Future Prospects 
15:26 Concerns and Evaluations in Defensive Recruiting 
23:05 Quarterback Recruitment Strategy 
30:52 Running Back Recruitment and Future Targets 
33:09 Portal Strategy for Running Backs 
34:30 Wide Receiver Class Overview 
38:28 Offensive Line Prospects 
53:53 Defensive Line and Linebacker Insights 
57:25 Recruiting Trends and Evaluations 
01:02:33 Upcoming Decisions and Future Prospects