Spring ball may be winding down, but the recruiting trail is just heating up for Ohio State. While the Buckeyes coaching staff, led by Ryan Day, takes a brief pause before summer workouts resume, they're far from idle—they're laser-focused on building the future roster.

In today's college football landscape, roster construction has undergone a massive transformation. NIL deals and the transfer portal have reshaped how elite programs plan ahead. But here's the thing: traditional high school recruiting hasn't lost its importance—if anything, it's become even more critical. With players able to transfer after any season, landing a high school prospect who genuinely wants to wear the scarlet and gray means more than ever. And despite these new challenges, Ohio State remains one of the nation's premier recruiting powerhouses.

The Buckeyes' 2027 class is already taking shape with 11 commitments, earning them the No. 7 spot nationally per 247Sports. And on Tuesday, they got word that number could soon grow. Four-star tight end Brock Williams from Libertyville, Illinois, announced he'll make his college decision on May 15.

Williams has been a priority target for Ohio State, and the Buckeyes made his final three alongside Georgia and Texas. But here's the twist: while Ohio State was once considered the frontrunner after multiple visits during the 2025-26 season, the momentum has shifted. Texas is now viewed as the heavy favorite, following a series of well-received visits from Williams after he trimmed his list.

Still, don't count out Ryan Day just yet. The Buckeyes have time to make a late push, and if there's one thing Ohio State has proven, it's that they can pull off surprises on signing day. For now, Buckeye Nation will be watching closely as May 15 approaches—could Williams be the next big addition to an already impressive recruiting haul?