Gunnar Helm Ditches Texas Longhorns for Ohio State Buckeyes, Rejects Alabama and Auburn.

COLUMBUS, OH – In a stunning move, former Texas Longhorns commit Gunnar Helm has announced his decision to join the Ohio State Buckeyes, spurning offers from Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers. The surprise switch was confirmed earlier today, sending shockwaves throughout the college football world. Helm, a highly-touted recruit, had been committed to the Longhorns for several months before making the unexpected decision to leave Texas for Ohio State.

“I’m thrilled to welcome Gunnar to the Buckeye family,” Ohio State head coach Ryan Day said in a statement. “He’s an exceptional talent with a tremendous work ethic. We’re excited to see him in scarlet and gray.”

Helm’s decision to join the Buckeyes is a major coup for Day and his staff, who have been working tirelessly to build a championship-caliber team in Columbus. The addition of Helm is expected to bolster Ohio State’s recruiting class, which is already shaping up to be one of the best in the country.

When asked about his decision, Helm cited Ohio State’s rich football tradition, the coaching staff’s vision for the program, and the opportunity to compete at the highest level as key factors in his choice.

“I’m excited to be a part of the Buckeye tradition,” Helm said. “The coaches, the players, everyone has been so welcoming and made me feel like part of the family. I’m looking forward to getting to work and helping bring a championship to Columbus.”

Helm’s commitment is a significant blow to Texas, which had been counting on the talented recruit to be a key contributor in the future. Meanwhile, Alabama and Auburn, which had also been in the running for Helm’s services, will have to look elsewhere to fill their recruiting needs.

For Ohio State, however, Helm’s decision is a major victory, and Buckeye fans are eagerly anticipating his arrival on campus.