**#BOOM: Four-Star 2026 WR Kayden Dixon-Wyatt Commits to Ohio State over Oregon and USC**
*Columbus, Ohio — May 4, 2025* — Ohio State wide receivers coach Brian Hartline has done it again. On Saturday, four-star 2026 wide receiver Kayden Dixon-Wyatt, one of the most electric pass-catchers in the nation, announced his verbal commitment to the Buckeyes, choosing the Scarlet and Gray over fellow finalists Oregon and USC.
The 6-foot-1, 180-pound standout from Houston, Texas, made the announcement via a social media post that quickly went viral among Buckeye Nation. Known for his precise route-running, explosive acceleration, and reliable hands, Dixon-Wyatt becomes the latest elite wide receiver to join Hartline’s ever-growing stable of future stars in Columbus.
“This was a business decision, and Ohio State is the best place to develop as a receiver and as a man,” Dixon-Wyatt said in an interview after his announcement. “Coach Hartline is the best in the game. What he’s done with guys like Marvin Harrison Jr., Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave — I want to be next in line.”
Ranked as a top-100 player nationally and a top-15 receiver in the 2026 class by multiple recruiting services, Dixon-Wyatt turned heads last fall with a junior season that featured 1,122 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns. He followed that up with a dominant showing on the 7-on-7 circuit this spring, where he proved he could beat any coverage thrown his way.
Ohio State’s wide receiver tradition — coupled with Hartline’s elite development and NFL track record — was too much for other programs to overcome. Despite strong pushes from Oregon, who offered a strong NIL package and immediate playing time, and USC, who pitched the allure of Hollywood and Big Ten competition, Dixon-Wyatt felt Columbus was where he belonged.
“I just felt at home at Ohio State,” he said. “It’s a winning culture, and the brotherhood is real.”
Dixon-Wyatt’s commitment strengthens what is already shaping up to be one of the nation’s top 2026 classes for Ohio State. He joins fellow four-star quarterback Landon Reece and offensive lineman Trent Ballard as cornerstone offensive pieces for the Buckeyes’ future. His addition also continues a streak of receiver recruiting dominance under Hartline, who is widely regarded as the top position coach in the country.
“Kayden brings toughness, precision, and explosive playmaking ability,” one national scout said. “He’s a technician with elite upside — a perfect fit for Ohio State’s system.”
The Buckeyes continue to load up talent at the position, maintaining their reputation as “Wide Receiver U.” With Dixon-Wyatt’s early pledge, Hartline and head coach Ryan Day now have the opportunity to build around him and potentially add more elite weapons in the 2026 cycle.
As for Buckeye fans, Saturday’s news was met with excitement and optimism for the program’s offensive future.
Another elite weapon is headed to Columbus — and Brian Hartline keeps proving there’s no better place for a wide receiver to thrive than at Ohio State.
**#BOOM. Welcome to Buckeye Nation, Kayden Dixon-Wyatt.**
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