The story of four-star 2026 corner prospect Justice Fitzpatrick once again proves that a commitment doesn’t always mean the recruiting battle is over. Just days after pledging to Georgia, the elite defensive back is planning a visit to Ohio State, keeping his future very much in play.
Bulldogs fans and team insiders didn’t see this coming, but they can’t ignore the reality. The Buckeyes, led by Ryan Day, are the defending college football champions, making them a serious threat to flip Fitzpatrick’s commitment. Without a doubt, his visit to Ohio State’s camp will be one of the most intriguing recruiting moments in recent memory.
Justice Fitzpatrick Plans Ohio State Visit Days After Committing to Georgia
The Georgia Bulldogs just scored big in their 2026 recruiting class. Four-star cornerback Justice Fitzpatrick, the brother of five-time NFL Pro Bowler Minkah Fitzpatrick, has officially committed to UGA. His choice gives the Bulldogs even more momentum, as they have been on a hot streak with recent commits.
The Florida native is no ordinary recruit. He plays at powerhouse St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Ranked as the No. 3 cornerback in the 2026 class, he had offers from top programs like Florida, Texas, Miami, and Ohio State. But in the end, he picked the ‘Dawgs.
Still, don’t count the recruiting battle as over just yet. The 6’1″, 185-pound cornerback is now planning another visit—this time to Ohio State. That alone has stirred up plenty of buzz.
Head coach Ryan Day is leading the charge to flip Fitzpatrick’s commitment and bring him to Columbus. Suddenly, this story has turned into a thrilling back-and-forth between two powerhouse programs.
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The No. 4 CB in the 2026 Class Committed to Georgia on Tuesday https://t.co/0R3Id4JMah pic.twitter.com/UuWDTgixNE
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) June 9, 2025
Last season, the Florida native showed why he’s so highly rated. He recorded 34 tackles, seven pass breakups, and two interceptions. On top of that, his speed stands out—he ran the 100-meter dash in just 10.76 seconds. These numbers make it easy to understand why both Georgia and Ohio State are fighting hard to win him over.
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Ohio State currently holds the edge in national rankings, sitting at No. 4. The Buckeyes already have 14 verbal commits.
Their class includes five-star safety Blaine Bradford and elite West Coast receiver Kayden Dixon-Wyatt, who could fill the shoes of Emeka Egbuka. They also landed Chris Henry Jr., another Mater Dei standout who ended his recruitment in April.
Still, Georgia is right behind at No. 6 nationally. Their class is led by five-star quarterback Jared Curtis. Local safety Jordan Smith also committed, turning down multiple SEC offers to stay home and play for the Bulldogs.
Both programs will undoubtedly compete fiercely to win Fitzpatrick’s commitment. It remains to be seen who will ultimately win the recruiting battle.
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