All articles tagged with #signing day
Baseball America’s Future Projection episode (Jan 15, 2026) has Ben Badler and Carlos Collazo breaking down all 30 MLB international signing classes for 2026, delivering team-by-team scouting notes and highlighting notable arms/players, with time-stamped segments for each organization.
Calvin Russell, Syracuse's top-ranked recruit in over two decades, announced he will not sign with Syracuse on early signing day, citing unspecified reasons amid a disappointing season and ongoing recruitment uncertainties.
LSU's early signing period is underway with significant changes due to the hiring of Lane Kiffin as head coach, including multiple decommitments and new commitments, as the team begins to shape its recruiting class.
College football's national signing day has begun, allowing Class of 2025 high school recruits to sign their national letters of intent. Georgia leads with 16 ESPN 300 commitments, but the top spot in ESPN's rankings remains competitive. Most programs aim to finalize their classes this week, though recruitment continues until the next signing day on February 5, 2025. ESPN is providing live updates on class rankings and potential last-minute changes.
Michigan State football's 2024 recruiting class now stands at 20 players after two more signings on national signing day, bringing the total to 20, including the 18 who signed on early signing day in December. The class is ranked No. 46 in the country, and the team also added preferred walk-ons. The new head coach, Jonathan Smith, has been active in recruiting and has also brought in 11 players through the transfer portal.
Georgia Bulldogs, currently with the No. 1-ranked recruiting class, may see their position challenged by Alabama on signing day, depending on the potential signing of 5-star wide receiver Ryan Williams. Despite this, Georgia remains confident in their talent pool, which includes 28 signees and six transfers, though they will need to trim their roster to comply with NCAA rules. The Bulldogs are not expected to make significant signings on the February signing day, while other programs like Alabama, Texas A&M, LSU, and Oregon are anticipated to make notable additions.
The Oregon Ducks have signed 25 recruits in their 2024 class, including flipping two blue-chip recruits from Ohio State and USC. With the addition of highly rated prospects, the Ducks have officially signed their best recruiting class in school history, surpassing the previous record set in 2021. The team is still in the running for more commitments, including 4-star DL Jericho Johnson and 4-star WR Gatlin Bair. As of now, the Ducks rank highly in the 247Sports national team rankings, with an average commitment rating of 89.09 and a score of 245.25.
The Georgia Bulldogs have the top-ranked class in college football for the 2024 recruiting cycle, with 20 ESPN 300 commitments. While some teams had success in signing high-profile recruits, others missed out and are still searching for answers. The article highlights the winners and losers of the signing day, taking into account the entire recruiting process.
Georgia likely secured the top recruiting class by flipping a highly rated player from Florida State, while Ohio State breathed a sigh of relief as the consensus No. 1 recruit in the country eventually signed with them. Florida managed to retain some five-star recruits amidst late de-commitments. Dylan Raiola, son of former Nebraska standout Dominic Raiola, signed with Nebraska, bringing hope to the program. The early signing period in college football has become chaotic, with the bulk of top recruits committing early, leaving the traditional signing period in February for schools lagging behind.
The University of Iowa's football program had an uneventful signing day, with 21 recruits accepting scholarship offers. Despite the departure of offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz and speculation about head coach Kirk Ferentz's future, the Hawkeyes' roster remained intact. The recruiting director, Tyler Barnes, focused on re-recruiting current players and expects minimal transfer portal activity. The team is transitioning towards dual-threat quarterbacks and has signed a quarterback who can create with his legs. The defensive line quartet and uniquely sized skill-position players offer promise, and there are breakout predictions for certain recruits. Overall, the recruiting class of 2024 looks solid for Iowa football.
Ohio State's 2024 signing day is underway, with commitments from 21 scholarship players, including five top-50 recruits. However, one recruit flipped his commitment to Oregon. The Buckeyes are still awaiting National Letters of Intent from two players, with decisions expected at noon and 1 p.m. The class features notable prospects on offense and defense, including a five-star quarterback and cornerback.
Nebraska football is preparing for Signing Day with a strong 2024 class, currently consisting of 26 committed players. The team recently flipped a key prospect and is expected to land more commitments on Wednesday. The Huskers have risen in the recruiting class rankings and are in the top 25 nationally. While they have been relatively quiet in the transfer portal market, Nebraska remains interested in potential transfers and will continue to evaluate options after Signing Day.
Auburn University's men's and women's golf teams have signed twins Billy and Anna Davis, both ranked No. 1 in their class. Anna Davis is the top-ranked junior golfer in the country and the sixth-ranked amateur worldwide, while Billy Davis, at just 17 years old, has already played on the PGA Tour. The twins have impressive golf resumes, including representing the United States at the 2023 Junior Ryder Cup. Auburn coaches are excited about their talent and expect them to make a significant impact on the program.
Iowa State basketball announces their recruiting class for the early signing period, including Nojus Indrusaitis from Brewster Academy and Dwayne Pierce from Christ The King Regional. Indrusaitis, a 6-foot-5 shooting guard, was previously ranked the No. 1 player in Illinois and won a gold medal with the Lithuanian National Team. Pierce, a 4-star small forward, helped Christ the King win the 2023 CHSAA Brooklyn/Queens Diocesan Championship.