Ohio State Buckeyes target five-star running back David Gabriel Georges with an all-out recruiting blitz—can the Buckeyes outpace Tennessee, Ole Miss, and Georgia for the explosive, Canada-born phenom? Brian Smith joins Jay Stephens to unpack Georges’ unique journey, unparalleled power, and the fierce national competition to sign him. Will Ohio State’s early official visit sway this elite prospect amid shifting recruiting priorities?

The episode also spotlights five-star defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou and four-star linebacker Prince Goldsby, analyzing how their elite skill sets fit new defensive coordinator Matt Patricia’s multiple-front scheme. Discussion ranges from the Buckeyes’ strategy for landing top-tier defensive talent, to James Laurinaitis’ emerging impact as linebackers coach, and the implications of heated QB recruitment battles with UCLA. Is Ohio State primed to rebuild its defensive juggernaut—and can they secure game-changing recruits to solidify their championship aspirations?

00:00 Unique recruit with complex background

04:13 Recruiting a talented running back

09:22 Recruitment visit and NHL playoffs

09:57 Introducing Rougette performance medicine

15:24 Discussing player versatility on defense

16:43 Football player roster changes

19:48 Evaluating Prince Goldsby's skills

25:21 Evaluating football player potential

26:25 Recruiting versatile high school players

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