BREAKING: Davante Adams Decommits from West Virginia, Chooses Ohio State Over Alabama, Florida, and Others
In a stunning turn of events, highly coveted wide receiver recruit Davante Adams has announced that he has decommitted from West Virginia and will be taking his talents to Ohio State University. The decision has sent shockwaves through the college football recruiting landscape, as Adams, one of the top players in the 2025 class, was previously committed to the Mountaineers since last year. However, after months of evaluation, Adams has chosen Ohio State over several other powerhouse programs, including Alabama, Florida, and others, signaling a major coup for head coach Ryan Day and the Buckeyes.
Adams, a 6’3″, 210-pound wide receiver from Atlanta, Georgia, had been a standout for his high school team and quickly rose through the recruiting ranks. Known for his impressive combination of size, speed, and agility, Adams had been ranked as one of the top wide receiver prospects in the nation. His decommitment from West Virginia, where he had initially pledged in early 2023, has raised eyebrows in the world of recruiting.
While Adams had been firmly committed to the Mountaineers for nearly a year, the allure of Ohio State’s elite program ultimately proved too powerful to resist. The Buckeyes have established themselves as one of the top programs in college football, consistently competing for national championships and producing NFL-caliber talent at virtually every position, especially wide receiver. Ohio State has also been known for its high-powered offense under Day, which made the program a particularly appealing option for a wide receiver of Adams’ caliber.
Several schools had been in pursuit of Adams throughout his recruiting process, with Alabama, Florida, and others making significant pushes to land the talented prospect. Alabama, known for its tradition of success, particularly at the wide receiver position under Nick Saban, was seen as one of the frontrunners. Florida, too, had made a strong impression with Adams, offering him the opportunity to play in the SEC and compete against some of the toughest competition in the country.
Despite the efforts of these programs, Adams ultimately decided that Ohio State was the right fit for him. “It’s a place where I feel like I can come in and make an immediate impact,” Adams said in a statement following his decision. “The coaching staff, the culture, and the opportunity to compete for championships were huge factors in my choice. Ohio State has everything I’m looking for in a program, and I’m excited to be part of what they’re building.”
For Ohio State, landing a prospect like Adams is a massive win. The Buckeyes have consistently been a major player on the recruiting trail, but securing a commitment from one of the top wide receivers in the nation further solidifies their status as a championship contender. With Adams’ size and ability to make plays in all areas of the field, he is expected to be a key piece of Ohio State’s offensive future.
As for West Virginia, the loss of Adams is a significant blow to their recruiting efforts. The Mountaineers had hoped to build around Adams as a foundational piece in their offense. While they will need to regroup and focus on their remaining recruiting class, the decision by Adams is undoubtedly a tough one for the program and its fans to swallow.
As the college football recruiting cycle continues to unfold, all eyes will be on Ohio State and how Adams develops under the tutelage of Ryan Day and the Buckeyes coaching staff. With his immense talent, Adams could be the next star to shine for one of the most prestigious programs in the country.