Cassell Cruickshank, top running backs recap Ohio State visit
Ohio State welcomed elite edge rusher Cassell Cruickshank and several highly ranked running backs for a weekend visit. The Buckeyes hold the No. 1 recruiting class in the 2028 cycle, per Rivals, and are pursuing more top prospects.
Cassell Cruickshank, a highly regarded edge defender, was among the prospects who visited Ohio State over the weekend. Multiple touted running backs also made the trip, allowing the Buckeyes to host several sought-after recruits at the same time.
Ohio State holds the top spot in Rivals' 2028 recruiting class rankings. Even with that position, the program is continuing to pursue other leading prospects, and visits such as this remain a key part of those efforts.
For the athletes involved, such visits may shape where they pursue college careers, affecting their academic and athletic paths. Ohio State fans and the wider college football community could see momentum build around the 2028 class, while local businesses near campus may benefit from recruiting weekends. The outcome may also influence how other programs approach their own recruiting efforts.