Can Buckeyes Flip Benny Easter Jr.? & Colin Simmons Talking Again / Ohio State Primetime LIVE 88

Episode Notes: Ohio State Primetime LIVE 88 Host: Garrison Gaddy (Voice of College Football / OhioStateVOCFB) Focus Topics: Can the Buckeyes Flip Benny Easter Jr.? + Colin Simmons Talking Again Main Recruiting Discussion: Weekend Visits Ohio State hosted several elite 2027 prospects. Garrison highlighted three uncommitted five-star visitors: Benny Easter Jr. (WR, #36 overall, #7 WR, Texas Tech verbal commit) From Summer Creek HS (Humble, TX), 6'2", 200 lbs. Visited OSU; has upcoming visits to Ole Miss + Texas Tech. Flip Potential: High priority for new WR coach Cortez Hankton. OSU is "all-in" and pushing hard. Texas Tech has been aggressive with NIL, but OSU sees this as a must-win battle after losing other WR targets. Garrison emphasized the need to reload elite WR talent post-Jeremiah Smith. Marcus Fakatu (Falka II) (DL, #32 overall, #2 DL, Sierra Canyon HS, CA) Massive 6'7", 280 lbs "modern day gladiator" — can play inside or edge. One of OSU’s biggest defensive priorities. Strong insider buzz (Garrison’s source called him a near-lock alongside another CA prospect). Visits still include Georgia, Oregon, Notre Dame. David Gabriel Georges (DGG) (RB, #10 overall, #2 RB, Baylor School, Chattanooga, TN / Canadian-Haitian) 6'0", explosive 4.38 speed, elite athleticism + strength (thousand-pound club). Garrison called this potentially one of the most important recruitments in recent OSU history (comparable to Savion Hiter or other elite backs). Dream fit in the scarlet & gray; hyped the broadcast call potential ("Oh Canada, DGG to the end zone!"). Other Recruit: Canez Sullivan (Athlete/Safety, 4-star, Virginia) — dropped top 4 including OSU, Tennessee, Florida, Maryland. OSU recruiting him at safety but values his two-way athleticism. Can Buckeyes Flip Benny Easter Jr.? Yes, realistic target — Garrison stressed OSU went "all-in" on the visit with bells & whistles. Challenges: Texas Tech commit from Texas + their recent success + NIL aggression. Opportunity: First year for new WR coach; OSU needs high-end talent in the room (young group + Jeremiah Smith leaving). Outlook: Major focus. OSU pushing all chips here. ️ Colin Simmons Talking Again Texas EDGE Colin Simmons (highly touted pass rusher) hyped the 2026 Ohio State game: Called it "business to be taken care of" in Week 2. Previously said "target acquired" on Julian Sayin. Garrison’s Take: Respect the confidence, but Simmons has been average vs. OSU (0 sacks, 0 TFLs, ~61 PFF grade across two prior games). Credited OSU’s athletic tackles (Philip Daniels era) for neutralizing him. OSU players talk similarly before dominating opponents. Other Key Segments Coaching Grades (2026 Outlook): Ryan Day: A+ Tyler Bowen (OL): B (needs strong Year 2 development) Keenan Bailey (TE): A+ Carlos Locklyn (RB): A (A+ if he lands DGG) Billy Fessler (QB): B (big year for Julian Sayin evaluation) Matt Patricia (DC): A Other defensive coaches mostly strong (Laird Knight A+, etc.) Hall of Fame: Shoutouts to AJ Hawk & Chris Carter heading toward College Football HOF. Broader Notes: Emphasis on NIL/portal realities, position room depth (especially safeties/corners), and excitement around the 2026 season. Overall Vibe: Optimistic and energetic recruiting update with realistic expectations in the new era of college football. Strong focus on landing elite talent like Easter, Fakatu, and especially DGG. Garrison encouraged likes/subs and teased future changes. Great episode for Buckeye fans tracking the 2027 class and early 2026 season storylines. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.