BREAKING: 4-Star Wide Receiver Sensation Mikey Matthews Flips Commitment from Utah to Ohio State
Columbus, OH – In a stunning recruiting coup, the Ohio State Buckeyes have landed the number one 4-star wide receiver in the state, Mikey Matthews, who had previously committed to the Utah Utes. The highly touted prospect, known for his blistering speed and agility, made the surprise announcement on social media, sending shockwaves throughout the college football world.
Matthews, a 6-foot-1, 185-pound wide receiver from Utah, is widely regarded as one of the top prospects in the country. He is ranked as the number one wide receiver in the state of Utah and the number 15 wide receiver nationally, according to 247Sports.
“I’m thrilled to announce that I’m flipping my commitment to the Ohio State Buckeyes!” Matthews exclaimed on social media. “I want to thank the entire coaching staff at Utah for believing in me, but I feel like Ohio State is the best fit for me. I’m excited to be a part of the Buckeye family and can’t wait to get to work!”
The news is a significant boost to the Buckeyes’ 2025 recruiting class, which is already shaping up to be one of the best in the country. Ohio State’s coaching staff has been working tirelessly to assemble a talented group of prospects, and the addition of Matthews is a major coup.
“We’re ecstatic to welcome Mikey to the Buckeye family,” said Ohio State head coach Ryan Day. “He’s an exceptional athlete with a tremendous work ethic, and we believe he has the potential to make an immediate impact on our offense.”
Matthews’ decision to flip his commitment to Ohio State is also a testament to the program’s reputation for producing elite wide receivers. The Buckeyes have a long history of sending talented wideouts to the NFL, and Matthews is eager to follow in the footsteps of his idols.
“I’ve always admired the way Ohio State’s wide receivers play with speed, agility, and physicality,” Matthews said. “I believe that I can thrive in the Buckeyes’ offense and make a real difference on the field.”
As the news of Matthews’ commitment continues to spread, Buckeye fans are ecstatic about the addition of this talented young player to the program. With the 2025 recruiting class shaping up to be one of the best in the country, the future of Ohio State football is looking brighter than ever.
Matthews is expected to enroll at Ohio State in January 2025 and will likely compete for playing time immediately. With his speed, agility, and athleticism, he has the potential to make a significant impact on the Buckeyes’ offense and help the team compete for a national championship.
