The Ohio football program continues to make waves on the recruiting trail, landing among the final two schools for one of the top prospects in the 2026 class. Five-star linebacker Elijah Brooks, ranked among the top 15 players nationally by multiple services, has narrowed his choices down to Ohio and SEC powerhouse Georgia, setting up a high-stakes recruiting battle heading into the fall.
Brooks, a 6-foot-3, 225-pound defensive standout from IMG Academy (Florida), is widely regarded as one of the most explosive and instinctual linebackers in the country. He’s been on Ohio’s radar since his sophomore season, and the coaching staff has made him a top priority. Defensive coordinator Ron Burton and head coach Tim Albin have both been personally involved in his recruitment, making several visits and hosting Brooks on campus twice in the last year.
What sets Ohio apart in this race is the deep relationship the staff has built with Brooks and his family. During his most