Overview
- Jacobs, an elite 2027 prospect from Blessed Trinity in Roswell, Georgia, announced his commitment by putting on an Ohio State hat during the CBS Sports HQ broadcast.
- He chose the Buckeyes over a deep finalist group that included Georgia, Miami, Texas A&M, Notre Dame and Oregon.
- Multiple outlets rate him among the top players nationally in 2027, including the No. 1 edge rusher in composite rankings and ESPN’s No. 1 prospect in Georgia.
- He logged 102 tackles and 16 sacks as a junior and cited the atmosphere during an Ohio State visit for the Rutgers game and his relationship with defensive line coach Larry Johnson as key factors.
- Though committed, Jacobs said he plans to take some official visits and will play in the Under Armour All‑America Game and the Polynesian Bowl.