The Ohio State Buckeyes are on a mission to secure elite wide receiver talent, with their sights set on a promising recruit: Monshun Sales. Sales, a five-star receiver and the third-best in the nation, is also the top recruit in Indiana, reminiscent of Mylan Graham's high school recruitment. The Buckeyes have been tracking Sales for some time, and he's received offers from powerhouse programs like Auburn, Miami, Michigan, Oklahoma, and Notre Dame. However, two schools stand out as his top contenders: Ohio State and Alabama.
According to Steve Wiltfong of Rivals, Sales is now considering both Ohio State and Alabama as his top choices. This is exciting news for the Buckeyes, as they have a stellar reputation for developing wide receivers, with only LSU coming close to rivaling their success in this area. The team's strength in this position is further bolstered by the presence of committed five-star receiver Jamier Brown and the potential addition of Sales.
However, the Buckeyes may face a challenge in the form of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) compensation. They have been relatively conservative in offering NIL money to five-star recruits, which has impacted their ability to secure some 2026 prospects. Despite this, the team has shown a willingness to open their wallets later in the recruitment cycle, indicating a potential shift in strategy.
If Sales decides to join the Buckeyes, the team's receiver room will be a force to be reckoned with. In 2027, they will have Sales, Brown, Graham, and Chris Henry Jr., all of whom are or have been five-star recruits. This talented group of receivers will undoubtedly present a formidable challenge for any defense.
The timing of Sales' commitment decision remains uncertain. He recently visited the campus for Ohio State's victory over Texas, gaining firsthand experience of the atmosphere during a big game. This visit, along with his consideration of Ohio State and Alabama, suggests that he is carefully weighing his options before making a decision.
