The departure of Ohio State’s key recruiting staffer, Erin Dunston, is a setback for the program. Dunston served as an assistant athletic director for football recruiting and events and has left to join Michigan as the director of operations. This news comes at a crucial time for Ohio State, with official visits ongoing and the recruiting season in full swing.
Prior to her time at Ohio State, Dunston held recruiting roles at Kansas and Purdue, as well as a graduate assistant position with LSU’s operations staff. With only two more weekends remaining for official visits before a dead period takes effect, the Buckeyes will need to adjust their recruiting strategy in her absence.
Despite the staffing changes, Ohio State has managed to secure commitments from top recruits for their 2025 class, including four-star safety Faheem Delane and four-star running back Bo Jackson. With 14 commits already in place, the Buckeyes currently have the nation’s top-ranked recruiting class for 2025, according to 247Sports’ composite rankings.
The departure of Erin Dunston marks the second coach or staff member to leave Ohio State for Michigan this offseason, following running backs coach Tony Alford’s move in March. Dunston has familial ties to Michigan, with her sister serving as an assistant women’s basketball coach and former player for the Wolverines.
For more coverage of Ohio State football, fans can tune into podcasts or follow reporter Joey Kaufman at The Columbus Dispatch for the latest updates on the team. While the departure of Dunston will undoubtedly have an impact on Ohio State’s recruiting efforts, the program remains focused on building a strong future for the team.
