Ohio State RB Favour Akih: Four-Star In-State Prospect with 1,653-Yard Junior Season and Immediate Depth Potential
Favour Akih, a four-star 6-foot, 190-pound running back from Delaware, Ohio’s Rutherford B. Hayes, committed to Ohio State after a breakout junior season featuring 1,653 rushing yards, 15 touchdowns on 236 carries, and 142 receiving yards with 3 TDs [3][6][7]. Ranked No. 14–17 RB nationally in the 2026 class by 247Sports and On3, Akih differentiates himself with elite vision, physicality, and playmaking ability that produced four 200+ yard games [3][4][6]. He opted out over Miami and USC, signaling strong fit for Ohio State’s high-intensity culture, and plans to be an early enrollee to accelerate development [9][11]. While Bo Jackson, Isaiah West, and James Peoples anchor the backfield, Akih’s size, intensity, and versatility make him a prime depth piece with potential for early contributions in a system that trusts true freshmen [11]. His local roots and proven production in Central Ohio add intangible value beyond stats.
