Blaine Bradford visited for Ohio State's 38-15 win over Indiana on Nov. 23 and has scheduled his official visit to Columbus for June 13. (Photo: USA TODAY Sports) ...

Great question, I can see how individuals may think that way. Blaine will be at Ohio State. They simply did a better job recruiting him. This is a done deal.

Five-star safety Blaine Bradford, a Baton Rouge, La., native, committed to the Buckeyes on Monday morning. Bradford is the top safety in the Class of 2026 and the eighth commitment for the Buckeyes.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State football earned the commitment of five-star safety Blaine Bradford on Monday morning, as the Buckeyes’ recruiting run has continued — this time, on defense.

Among the Buckeyes’ eight verbal commits as part of the 2026 class, only five-star wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. is ranked higher. Henry is the No. 9 prospect. Bradford picked the Buckeyes over ...