Eric Boggs
Five-star Ohio State wide receiver commit Jamier Brown is set to spend his senior season even closer to Columbus, as the 2027 standout will reportedly transfer from Wayne High School to Big Walnut High School in Sunbury. The news, first reported by On3 and later shared by Brown himself on social media, marks a significant move for one of the most celebrated high school athletes in the state and a future cornerstone of Ohio State’s receiving room.
Brown has been a star at Wayne High School near Dayton for the past three seasons, developing into one of the most dynamic playmakers in the country. According to the 247Sports composite rankings, he is the No. 6 overall prospect in the 2027 class and the top-ranked receiver pledge in the cycle, making him one of the crown jewels of Ohio State’s early recruiting efforts. His commitment in November of 2024 sent a strong message about the Buckeyes’ ability to lock down elite in-state talent early, and this move only strengthens that connection.
On the field, Brown’s production speaks for itself. As a junior, he led the Greater Western Ohio Conference in all-purpose yards, piling up 1,715 total yards and 16 touchdowns in every way imaginable. Ten of those scores came through the air, but he also showcased his versatility with rushing touchdowns and multiple return scores on kickoffs and punts. His athleticism extends well beyond the football field, as he is also the reigning Division I state champion in the 100-meter dash, blazing to a 10.41-second finish in the finals after posting a personal-best 10.36 in the prelims. That combination of speed, explosiveness, and polish is exactly what has made him a five-star recruit and a national name.
Big Walnut provides a strong stage for Brown’s final high school season. The Golden Eagles are one of Ohio’s premier Division II programs, coming off a 12-2 campaign and back-to-back trips to the state semifinals in 2024 and 2025. Located just a half-hour from Ohio State’s campus, the move places Brown firmly in Buckeye country as he prepares for the final steps before his arrival in Columbus. Big Walnut finished the 2025 season ranked No. 7 in Division II, while Wayne wrapped up its year ranked No. 7 in Division I after a 9-5 season and another regional final appearance, making this transition a move between two of the state’s most competitive programs.
For Ohio State fans, this is another encouraging sign that the future is being built with elite Ohio talent at its core. Brown’s decision to move closer to campus and compete at a high level in his senior year only adds to the excitement surrounding his eventual arrival. As one of nine commits already in the Buckeyes’ 2027 class, Jamier Brown continues to look every bit like the kind of difference-maker who can carry on the tradition of great receivers in scarlet and gray.
