As the early signing day period approaches in December, the race for the top recruiting class in 2024 has narrowed down to a fierce battle between two prominent college football teams.
Currently, Georgia holds the coveted No. 1 spot in 247Sports’ recruiting rankings for the 2024 class. The Bulldogs have managed to secure commitments from two standout prospects, five-star quarterback Dylan Raiola and five-star cornerback Ellis Robinson IV. Both of these players are widely regarded as top-five talents in the world of football.
On the other side of the competition, Ohio State stands strong with the No. 2 class for the 2024 cycle. Their impressive haul includes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, hailed as the country’s premier recruit, who made his commitment to the Buckeyes in December 2022.
While Georgia and Ohio State are currently leading the race, it’s important to note that other college football programs are also poised to make significant additions to their rosters in 2024.
Here’s a look at the top 25 recruiting classes in the nation, as per 247Sports:
1. Georgia
2. Ohio State
3. Florida State
4. Alabama
5. Florida
6. Miami
7. Oregon
8. Oklahoma
9. Notre Dame
10. Texas
11. Auburn
12. LSU
13. Penn State
14. Tennessee
15. Clemson
16. Michigan
17. South Carolina
18. USC
19. Texas A&M
20. Ole Miss
21. Texas Tech
22. Nebraska
23. Kentucky
24. Arkansas
25. North Carolina
While Georgia and Ohio State currently hold the top spots, programs like Florida State and Alabama are not far behind in the rankings. With the potential addition of more talented recruits by coaches Mike Norvell and Nick Saban, these teams could make significant strides in the latest recruiting standings. The battle for supremacy in college football’s recruiting landscape continues to heat up as the early signing day period draws near.