ELITE RECRUITS: Ohio State Adds 5-Star Marvin Harrison Jr., Oregon Snags 2 Corners, & Colorado RISES

The Oregon Ducks stun the recruiting world by landing elite cornerback prospects Tae Walden, Jr. and Hayden Stepp, outpacing Georgia and bolstering Dan Lanning’s defensive arsenal. Can the Ducks’ recruiting surge help have a top-five class? Meanwhile, Ohio State welcomes 2028 five-star wide receiver Jett Harrison—son of Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison—fueling speculation about a possible reclassification and future Buckeye stardom.

Brian Smith breaks down the major commitments shaping the college football landscape, including Colorado’s high-profile Southern recruits under Deion Sanders, Washington’s offensive line upgrades, Auburn’s defensive line additions, and the Texas Longhorns’ Cornerback haul. Key topics include NIL’s growing influence, changing recruiting rankings, and the shifting power dynamics in SEC, Big Ten, and Big 12 football. Recruiting strategies, surprise flips, and the pressure facing programs like Georgia and Miami make this episode a must-listen for die-hard college football fans tracking the next wave of superstar talent.

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