Ohio State secures commitment from five-star defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Five-star defensive lineman Marcus Fakatou announced his commitment to Ohio State on Monday during a live video on Rivals' YouTube channel. The 6-foot-6, 275-pound player had offers from several top programs, including Georgia and Texas, but cited Ohio State defensive line coach Larry Johnson’s track record with players like the Bosa brothers and Chase Young as a decisive factor. Fakatou is transferring to Sierra Canyon High School for his final high school season after previously playing at Orange Lutheran, where he recorded 69 tackles, seven sacks, and two forced fumbles as a junior. He aims to maximize his potential in college football at Ohio State.
- •Marcus Fakatou announced his commitment on June 30, 2026.
- •He was pursued by Georgia and Texas before choosing Ohio State.
- •Fakatou intends to transfer to Sierra Canyon High School.
- •He recorded 69 tackles and seven sacks as a junior.
- •Coach Larry Johnson was a key factor in his decision.
- 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State wins battle for elite 5-star defensive lineman
"The Buckeyes landed an impact commitment on Monday when the five-star DL committed to playing college football in Columbus.
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