The Ohio State Buckeyes have excelled in recruiting edge rushers for the 2025 cycle, securing three top-tier prospects.
These recruits—Zahir Mathis, Zion Grady, and London Merritt—are all four-star talents ranked among the top 200 nationally according to the On3 Industry Ranking. Despite their impressive acquisitions, the Buckeyes may soon land their most significant recruit yet.
On3’s Hayes Fawcett reports that Justin Hill, a four-star edge from Winton Woods (Cincinnati, OH), will announce his commitment on Wednesday, July 3. Hill will choose between Ohio State, Oregon, USC, and Alabama. He ranks as the No. 48 player in the country, the No. 6 edge rusher, and the No. 4 player in Ohio, with the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine giving the Buckeyes a 93.1% chance to secure him.
Elite 2025 EDGE Justin Hill is set to commit on July 3rd 👀
Where Should He Go?👇🏽https://t.co/OP5xtJGw1Z pic.twitter.com/WApUnYyfD8
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) June 30, 2024
Hill’s decision comes after official visits to Columbus on May 31, USC on June 7, Alabama on June 14, and Oregon on June 21.
According to 247Sports, Hill recorded 36 tackles, 16 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, and two forced fumbles as a junior, along with 42 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, and one interception as a sophomore.
