Breaking: Chris Henry Jr shuts down his recruitment, Reaffirms Ohio State Commitment… Read Full Details

Chris Henry Jr., a five-star wide receiver in the 2026 recruiting class, has reaffirmed his commitment to Ohio State University by shutting down his recruitment. The 6-foot-5, 190-pound athlete from Santa Ana, California’s Mater Dei High School, announced on April 1, 2025, that he will no longer take official visits to other schools, including Oregon, USC, and Miami. citeturn0search1

Henry initially committed to Ohio State in July 2023 but continued to receive attention from other elite programs. Despite this interest, he has chosen to remain with the Buckeyes, stating, “I’m 100 percent locked in and ready to work.” citeturn0search2

The son of the late Chris Henry Sr., a former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver, Henry Jr. has been a standout performer. In 2023, during his sophomore year at Withrow High School in Cincinnati, he recorded 71 receptions for 1,127 yards and 10 touchdowns. He later transferred to Mater Dei, contributing to their state championship win in 2024. citeturn0search0

Ranked ninth nationally and second in California by 247Sports, Henry Jr. is expected to join a legacy of elite wide receivers at Ohio State. The Buckeyes have a storied history of producing top-tier talent at the position, including current NFL stars like Marvin Harrison Jr. 

By ending his recruitment, Henry Jr. aims to focus on his upcoming college career with Ohio State, contributing to the team’s continued success and upholding the tradition of excellence at the wide receiver position.