Chris Henry Jr., a five-star wide receiver and the top-ranked player in ESPN’s 2026 rankings, has been committed to Ohio State since July 2023.espite his commitment, other programs have actively pursued him, notably the University of Michigan and the University of Oregon.
ecently, reports emerged that Michigan was intensifying efforts to flip Henry Jr. from his Ohio State commitment.n response, Henry Jr. took to social media, posting a picture of Ohio State wide receivers coach Brian Hartline, signaling his continued allegiance to the Buckeyes.citeturn0search1
eanwhile, Oregon has also been making a strong push.enry Jr. has visited Eugene multiple times and has spoken highly of the Ducks’ facilities and coaching staff.e was even seen wearing an Oregon tracksuit, which fueled speculation about a potential flip.owever, Henry Jr. has emphasized that his interest in Oregon is secondary to his commitment to Ohio State.citeturn0search0
nalysts suggest that unless significant changes occur within Ohio State’s coaching staff, particularly involving Ryan Day or Brian Hartline, Henry Jr. is expected to honor his commitment to the Buckeyes.citeturn0search6
n summary, despite external efforts to sway him, Chris Henry Jr. remains firmly committed to Ohio State, viewing it as the ideal environment to develop his skills and continue his father’s legacy.
