Big Ten teams rank high in 2027 recruiting class blue-chip percentages
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Eight Big Ten programs are currently in the top 25 for the 2027 recruiting class, showcasing the conference's strong presence. Ohio State leads at 79% blue-chip commit percentage, followed closely by Oregon and Michigan at 67%. USC adds four five-star recruits, although they have fewer overall commitments this cycle. Despite a new coaching staff, UCLA has successfully secured a top-20 class with 43% blue-chip recruits. Nebraska, Washington, and Penn State trail in the rankings with varying levels of blue-chip commitments. The recruiting remains competitive as programs prepare for upcoming seasons.
- •Ohio State has 79% blue-chip commits, ranked No. 5 nationally.
- •Oregon and Michigan both hold a 67% blue-chip rate.
- •USC signs four five-star recruits with only 14 commits.
- •UCLA ranks 17th with 43% blue-chip recruits under new coaching.
- •Nebraska and Washington rank 18th and 22nd, respectively, in recruiting.
- 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking every Big Ten team’s recruiting class by blue-chip percentage
"The Big Ten is atop the college football world and it is consistently at or near the top of the Rivals Industry Team Recruiting Rankings, too. USC signed the nation’s No. 1 class in the 2026 cycle. There’s currently eight Big Ten programs with a top-25 class in the 2027 cycle. That includes all the […]
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