While all of the Ohio State Buckeyes’ attention is focused on the program’s potential title run in 2025, head coach Ryan Day continues to make moves within the 2026 recruiting class to prepare for the future.

Rivals’ Hayes Fawcett reported on Thursday that 2026 four-star cornerback Jay Timmons has flipped his commitment from Florida State to the Buckeyes.

Timmons is currently the No. 3 prospect in the state of Pennsylvania, as well as a top 20 cornerback in the 2026 recruiting cycle, according to 247Sports’ Composite.

Earlier this summer, the standout defensive back announced his commitment to the Seminoles, with former NFL star and current Florida State defensive backs coach Patrick Surtain Sr. leading the push for the young talent.

However, this quickly changed once Day and the Buckeyes entered the picture.

Despite offering Thimmos back in September, Ohio State still made a hard push for the rising star. And while he has yet to make an official visit to Columbus, Thimmos ultimately decided to flip his commitment to the Buckeyes.

At 5-foot-11, 185 lbs., Thimmos has plenty of time to develop into a key playmaker for defensive coordinator Matt Patricia.

His savviness on defense allows him to be a threat in the passing game, as he finished with 10 pass breakups, four interceptions, and three forced fumbles during his junior season at Pine-Richland High School.

Looking ahead at the entire 2026 recruiting cycle for the Buckeyes, Timmons becomes the second four-star cornerback in the class, alongside Jordan Thomas. The duo, in addition to three-star cornerback Khmari Bing, make out the team’s secondary unit within the class, with four-star safety Blaine Bradford also being part of the mix.

As of Nov 6, Day and Ohio State are currently the No. 9-ranked school in the 2026 recruiting cycle, according to 247Sports’ Composite. The highly-rated class features five-star wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. and a total of 13 four-star commits.

The impressive run from the coaching staff on the recruiting trail will play a major factor in the program’s efforts to remain as one of the top teams in college football for years to come.