Ohio State Hosting Top 2026 Commit & 2028 Defensive Target

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Columbus, Ohio -

Ohio State University is set to host a pair of highly regarded football prospects this weekend, as part of their ongoing efforts to secure top talent for the future.

The first is 2026 quarterback commit Lincoln Kienholz, a four-star prospect from Avon, Ohio. Kienholz, who committed to the Buckeyes in June 2022, is considered one of the top quarterbacks in his class and has already drawn comparisons to former Ohio State star C.J. Stroud.

The second prospect is 2028 defensive end target Jayden McGowan, a four-star recruit from Cincinnati, Ohio. McGowan, who is considered one of the top defensive ends in his class, has been offered by a number of top programs, including Alabama, Georgia, and Michigan.

Ohio State's coaching staff is hoping that the visit will give the prospects a chance to see the university and its football program up close. The Buckeyes have a long history of success in recruiting top talent, and they are looking to continue that tradition in the future.

Additional Information

• Lincoln Kienholz is a four-star quarterback commit from Avon, Ohio.
• Jayden McGowan is a four-star defensive end target from Cincinnati, Ohio.
• Ohio State has a long history of success in recruiting top talent.
• The Buckeyes are hoping that the visit will give the prospects a chance to see the university and its football program up close.