LIn a significant recruiting shake-up, four-star safety Jordan Young has decommitted from Clemson and announced his commitment to the Ohio State Buckeyes. The 6-foot-1, 190-pound prospect from Atlanta, Georgia, made the announcement on Friday, sending ripples through the college football recruiting landscape.
Young, who ranks among the top safety prospects in the 2024 recruiting class, initially pledged to Clemson in August. However, after taking an official visit to Ohio State in November, he reconsidered his decision. “Ohio State offers me the best opportunity to grow as a player and as a person,” Young said. “The culture, coaching staff, and development stood out to me.”
Young’s flip is a significant win for Ohio State and head coach Ryan Day, who has been focusing on bolstering the Buckeyes’ secondary. Known for his versatility, speed, and instinctive playmaking ability, Young fits well into Ohio State’s defensive scheme under defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.
For Clemson, the loss of Young is a tough blow. The Tigers have struggled to maintain momentum on the recruiting trail this cycle, and losing a top-tier defensive back to a fellow powerhouse underscores the challenge.
Young is the latest high-profile recruit to choose Ohio State, further solidifying the Buckeyes’ 2024 recruiting class as one of the best in the nation. The addition of Young brings Ohio State closer to filling a key need in their defensive backfield.
With National Signing Day approaching, the recruitment battle is far from over. Young’s decision highlights the unpredictability of the recruiting process and the intense competition among college football’s elite programs. Buckeyes fans will undoubtedly look forward to seeing Young suit up in scarlet and gray, while Clemson is left to regroup and re-evaluate its recruiting strategy.