Breaking down the schools with most blue-chip offense commits in 2024

The home stretch of the 2024 recruiting cycle has arrived, and most of the nation’s top recruits are already accounted for. Only two five-star prospects on the offensive side of the ball remains in the On3 Industry Ranking: wide receiver Ryan Wingo and offensive tackle Jordan Seaton.

A handful of programs have loaded up with blue-chip prospects on the offensive side this cycle, highlighted by some familiar names from the Big Ten and SEC.

Let’s take a look at the teams with the most blue-chip offensive commitments this cycle:

12 – Georgia

The nation’s No. 1 class in the On3 Industry Ranking also has the most blue-chip commitments of any program — not exactly breaking news. But the Bulldogs have built both an insanely deep and diverse class. They have two quarterbacks: Dylan Raiola and Ryan Puglisi, and three running backs: Nathaniel Frazier, Dwight Phillips and Chauncey Bowens. Tight end Jaden Reddell is a projected On3 five-star, and they also have dynamic four-star wideout NiTareon Tuggle. But maybe the most impressive haul of this class is along the offensive line.

Stacy Searles went to work this cycle, landing four-stars Daniel Calhoun, Michael Uini, Nyier Daniels, Marques Easley, Marcus Harrison and three-star Malachi Toliver.

10 – Texas A&M

The Aggies have gone heavy on defense in the past few cycles, and they are tied for the most blue-chips on that side of the ball as well. But the offensive haul is arguably more impressive. Five-star wideout Cam Coleman is one of the most athletic wideouts in this class and could compete for a starting spot next fall.

Five-star athlete Terry Bussey could play on either side at the next level but likely will get his first chance at wideout as his preferred position. Combine those two with four-star wideout Dre’lon Miller, and the Aggies might have the second-best receiver class this cycle behind Ohio State.

Much like Georgia, they also loaded up on the offensive line with On3 five-star Weston Davis, as well as four-stars Isendre Ahfua, Blake Ivy, Ashton Funk and Coen Echols. Quarterback Miles O’Neill, who On3 ranks as the nation’s No. 6 passer, could be the steal of the class though.

9- Ohio State, Florida State, Penn State

Given Ohio State’s production at receiver and quarterback in recent years, it’s no shock to see them here again. Five-Star Plus+ wideout Jeremiah Smith might be the best player regardless of position in the class, and he’s joined by five-star quarterback Air Noland, five-star receiver Mylan Graham and four-stars Jeremiah McClellan, James Peoples, Jordan Lyle and Max LeBlanc in what could be the best offensive skill position class in the cycle.

FSU got its quarterback-running back duo early with Luke Kromenhoek and Kam Davis, and it’s one of the nation’s best. The Seminoles also have borderline five-star tight end Landen Thomas, On3 No. 8 OT Jonathan Daniels, four-star athlete Micahi Danzy and four-star wideout Elijah Moore in the fold.

Penn State’s class hasn’t gotten as much attention as others, but James Franklin and his staff are recruiting at an elite level in this class. The Nittany Lions don’t have any five-stars, but athlete Quinton Martin, tight end Luke Reynolds and offensive lineman Cooper Cousins each rank in the top 10 nationally at their positions. Quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer has been a major stock-riser since his performance at the Elite 11 Finals, and he has one of the country’s best offensive line classes coming with him to Happy Valley.

8 – Tennessee, Michigan, LSU

Tennessee has built its identity around offense under Josh Heupel, but the Vols also have one of the best defensive classes this cycle. Headlining the offense is five-star receiver Mike Matthews, an awesome two-way player who could see the field early in Knoxville. Quarterback Jake Merklinger is a perfect fit for Heupel’s system, and four-star targets Braylon Staley, Jonathan Echols and Peyton Lewis will give him some major weapons to work with. The Vols also have a strong offensive line class with three top-200 prospects committed there.

Up in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines put together another very good offensive class that’s headlined by four-star quarterback Jadyn Davis, elite running back Jordan Marshall and dynamic tight end Brady Prieskorn. Offensive line coach Sherrone Moore has also added a pair of pillars to the offensive line class with tackle Andrew Sprague and Blake Frazier.

Offense hasn’t been an issue on the field for LSU this fall, and Brian Kelly’s staff has recruited that side of the ball very well this cycle. Tight end Trey’Dez Green is in contention as the nation’s best tight end this cycle, and workhorse running back Caden Durham is yards-after-contact machine. The Tigers also have a pair of four-star wideouts committed in Jelani Watkins and Kylan Billiot to pair with four-star passer Colin Hurley.

7 – Florida, Texas

No prospect has been more impressive this fall than Florida five-star quarterback commit DJ Lagway, who has put up video game-like numbers at Willis (Texas) High. He’s the crown jewel of Billy Napier’s recruiting class, which also includes uber-athletic tight end Amir Jackson, lightning-fast wideout Jerrae Hawkins and talented running back Kahnen Daniels. The Gators are also one of a few schools working to flip the aforementioned Jeremiah Smith, which will be a tall task but would be a massive addition to this class.

Texas still has a couple of top targets out there, namely Ryan Wingo, but Steve Sarkisian is bringing in another very good offensive class. The Longhorns don’t have an elite QB this round, but they do have the nation’s No. 1 offensive tackle, Brandon Baker. He, along with four-star interior lineman Daniel Cruz, creates a potent 1-2 punch. Running backs coach Tashard Choice has continued his hot streak on the trail as well, landing four-stars Jerrick Gibson and Christian Clark. Adding Wingo would be the cherry on top of what looks to be another top-10 class headed to the Forty Acres.