The Ohio State Buckeyes are reaping the rewards of Nick Saban’s retirement, as five-star quarterback Julian Sayin, who initially committed to and enrolled early at Alabama, has decided to transfer to Ohio State. Sayin’s high school coach, Thadd MacNeal, confirmed the transfer, revealing that Sayin had enrolled at Alabama with the intention of playing for Saban. However, despite having no issues with the new coaching staff at Alabama, Sayin sought a more comfortable environment, leading him to choose Ohio State, a school that had been a close second during his initial recruitment.
MacNeal explained that Ohio State was a strong contender for Sayin from the beginning, ranking as the second choice. Sayin, who had been heavily recruited by Ohio State before committing to Alabama, was drawn to the coaching style of Ryan Day and the quarterback-friendly nature of the offense. Interestingly, Ohio State’s new offensive coordinator, Bill O’Brien, had extended a scholarship offer to Sayin while still at Alabama.
While Ohio State has already secured a veteran quarterback for the 2024 season, Sayin is expected to join as a transfer and may serve as a backup, potentially taking a redshirt year. Despite this, Sayin is seen as the future of the quarterback position for the Buckeyes, given his status as the top-ranked recruit at his position in his class. With his decision to transfer, Ohio State gains a promising talent with the potential to make a significant impact in the years to come.
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