Ohio State Lands Top Prospect Riley Pettijohn for 2025

Five-star linebacker commits to Buckeyes, bolstering nation's top-ranked recruiting class with elite defensive talent.

Riley Pettijohn, a five-star linebacker from Texas, chose Ohio State over Texas, USC, and Texas A&M.
Pettijohn is ranked as the No. 4 linebacker and No. 31 overall player in the 2025 class.
He joins an already stacked Ohio State defensive lineup, which includes multiple five-star recruits.
Pettijohn was recruited by linebackers coach James Laurinaitis and defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.
Ohio State's 2025 recruiting class now boasts 23 total commitments, holding the No. 1 national ranking.