The trajectory of the race is straightforward. Prock stands 6-foot-3 and plays as a pocket passer for Hun School in Princeton. His top-five list includes Ohio State, Michigan, Notre Dame, Indiana, and Florida. This places a direct challenge to Michigan’s new staff, prioritizing quarterback recruitment under a revamped approach led by Kyle Whittingham.
Prock has visited Ohio State multiple times in recent months, including a game-day visit during the season’s opening week. He described the experience positively, noting, “I really like Ohio State, the coaches, and I really like how they run the offense. I could really see myself playing there in the future.” While he initially planned to wait until after the next season to decide, a wave of early commitments from other top quarterbacks has accelerated his timeline.
The visit during Ohio State’s opener gave Prock an inside view of how the program operates when the lights are on. He observed the dynamic between the head coach and the staff, gaining insight into how the Buckeyes balance aggressive downfield passing with an offense designed to protect the quarterback.
Ohio State does not have a 2028 quarterback commitment yet, which has intensified their push for Prock if a deal with another top prospect does not materialize. Although Prock is listed as a four-star recruit, his sophomore statistics suggest elite potential: 226 completions on 309 attempts (73.1 percent) for 4,330 yards, 41 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. The program has seen recent quarterback departures through the transfer portal and the draft, making the 2028 class crucial for long-term depth and succession planning.
Prock’s spring visit to Michigan left him with strong interest in the Wolverines. Michigan’s new staff has prioritized roster retention and rebuilding trust within the quarterback room after a turbulent 2025 season. Securing a top-tier quarterback like Prock would serve as an early signal that the program is realigning its trajectory, especially alongside a growing prospect like Bryce Underwood.
Both programs will be closely watched as Prock schedules additional campus visits to gauge which program can establish a clearer edge over the competition.
Meanwhile, attention remains on Christopher Vargas, the nation’s top quarterback prospect. Recent coverage indicated strong predictions from national scouts that Vargas could land with Ohio State, influenced by his visit to Columbus and a standout performance at an Ohio State 7-on-7 tournament. Vargas has reportedly visited Columbus multiple times, and supporters believe the Buckeyes are well-positioned to compete for his commitment. It remains to be seen whether Ohio State will land both Vargas and Prock, or if one of them will choose a different path.
The recruiting landscape for 2028 quarterbacks continues to evolve, with Ohio State and Michigan at the center of a heated chase for top-tier talent. As these prospects weigh their options, the program’s ability to showcase a clear path to playing time, development, and winning culture will play a critical role in shaping the official decisions.
