Over the past few months, Bailey has been actively recruiting Brock Harris, a promising prospect from Utah, and on April 21, he presented the prized tight end with an offer from Ohio State, a moment that Harris described as remarkable. Harris expressed his excitement about the offer, highlighting the lengthy process of communication with the Ohio State coaching staff. He commended Coach Bailey, emphasizing his coaching acumen and the passion he exhibits during their conversations. Harris revealed that leading up to the offer, he and Bailey had been in frequent contact, speaking approximately three times per week. Bailey explained to Harris that the offer stemmed from his impressive performance on film and his eagerness to receive coaching, qualities that left a positive impression on the coaching staff.
Harris, who has been observing Ohio State’s football program closely, particularly noted the utilization of Cade Stover in various positions over the past couple of years. He believes his own skill set aligns well with the versatile role Stover played. Recognizing Ohio State’s success under Coach Ryan Day and their emphasis on involving tight ends in their offensive schemes further fueled Harris’s interest in the program. He anticipates that Ohio State will continue to be a dominant force in college football and appreciates their commitment to involving tight ends in their game plan.
Ranked as the No. 22 overall prospect and the No. 2 tight end in the 2026 class according to 247Sports’ composite rankings, Harris is among the five tight ends to whom Bailey extended offers in that recruiting cycle. Alongside top-ranked tight end Kendre Harrison, the list includes Xavier Tiller, Carson Sneed, and Ryder Mix, illustrating Bailey’s concerted efforts to bolster the tight end position for the future of Ohio State’s football program.
