On Thursday, five-star wide receiver Chris Henry was predicted to sign with the Oregon Ducks, and there were several outlets publishing reports regarding a potential flip. However, just one day later, the recruit reaffirmed his commitment during his appearance on The Pat McAfee Show.
Henry’s hesitation had to do with the recent coaching changes at Ohio State. Brian Hartline, who played a key role in Henry’s commitment, has left the Buckeyes to become head coach of the South Florida Bulls. However, despite the coaching changes, Henry isn’t changing his commitment.
“Ultimately, I’ve been committed to the Buckeyes for a long time,” Henry said. “With coach Hartline leaving, it really impacted my recruitment heavily. I just had to take time to step back and reevaluate everything, sit with my family, and really think it through. Ultimately, I’ll be committing and staying committed to The Ohio State University. I just feel like they’re the right fit for me.”
Fans shared their views on this latest headline-making move by Henry Jr.
“So basically what happened with Chris Henry Jr is that he wanted to steal the headlines. He knew he wasn’t leaving Ohio State but the kids today just want headlines and everyone played into it. Smh,” one fan commented.
“Drama for absolutely no reason whatsoever,” one fan added.
“Glad he didn’t ruin his career by going Oregon 🙌” one fan said.
“Poor decision young man, must want to lose to Michigan!” one fan wrote.
“Ohio state got Bullied by a teenager into paying 3 million 🤣🤣” one fan predicted on what might have happened behind the scenes.
“The switch up from these osu fans is truly embarrassing lol SEEK HELP” another wrote.
Ohio State commit Chris Henry Jr.’s Five-Star Profile
Chris Henry Jr. is the top-ranked wide receiver in the 2026 class and the top player in his state, California. Overall nationally, he is ranked No. 7, according to Rivals. The wide receiver measures 6-foot-5 and weighs 205 pounds. Notably, he is the son of the late NFL wide receiver Chris Henry Sr.
He played high school football at Mater Dei Monarchs in Santa Ana, California. However, he’s originally from Ohio.
In his first game of the 2025 high-school season, Henry grabbed national attention, catching four passes for 134 yards (all in the first half) and scoring two touchdowns, including an 81-yard bomb.
Henry Jr. committed to Ohio State in July 2023. He was the first commit in the 2026 class for the Buckeyes.
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