3. 3. Turner spent much of the spring practicing in the slot, especially after Carters injury, and hes likely to continue cross-training at both spots to bolster the Buckeyes nickel depth. K: No. Bob Kennedy was the voice of the Buckeyes in Ohio Stadium for 20 years. Hall, Hamilton and Williams are all likely to play a starters number of snaps regardless of which two are in the starting lineup. Measurables | 6 feet, 3 inches, 318 pounds Like Jackson, Jones is a solidified returning starter at guard. So, off we go with our final look at the projected Ohio State 2020 depth chart for this fall. So who will start the for the Buckeyes this week? Credit: Adam Cairns-The Columbus Dispatch, STARTER | Carson Hinzman As an independent site, we're committed to delivering Buckeye fans the news and analysis they deserve, all while remaining free. 2. 2. The "best case scenario" for wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, despite possibly playing with two broken hands, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Viliamu-Asa, Key Include OSU in Top Lists, Throw-by-Throw Breakdown of Kyle McCords Performance in Ohio States 2023 Spring Game, Spring Game Snap Counts: C.J. Right now, Josh Fryar seems to have a leg up on the starting spot with Fitzpatrick rotating in for the most reps behind him. Class in 2023 |Junior Omari Abor, 1. Can he break into the starting rotation? Measurables: 6-feet, 6-inches, 268-pounds Measurables |6-feet, 6-inches, 330 pounds Christman performed well enough to secure a spot on the two-deep for the first time in his Ohio State career, while Siereveld took the third-team reps at left guard in his first spring as a Buckeye. Measurables: 6-feet, 190-pounds As such, its time for us to project what Ohio States full depth chart will look like this season. JT Tuimoloau Scott saw more playing time last season than Royer, who missed most of the season due to a groin injury and the death of his mother. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Ohio State brought in a transfer fromUSC in Parker Lewis, but its hard to imagine him taking the starting spot from Noah Ruggles after the sensational year he had. Kaleb Brown. Brandon Inniss, 1. McKenzie looked this spring like a player who could finally be ready to contribute in the defensive tackle rotation after a quiet first four years at Ohio State, though Kanu could also push for the fourth spot on the two-deep after an impressive spring game. WRX:No. Measurables: 6-feet, 1-inch, 205-pounds 3. As expected, the depth chart includes "OR" designations at all wide receiver . 11, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, 6-0, 198, So. CB:No. Class in 2023 |Junior Incoming freshman Lincoln Kienholz will likely redshirt his first season as the fourth-string quarterback. 7, Sevyn Banks, 6-1, 200, Sr.; No. Will Smith Jr. 1. It was not what Ohio State fans have become accustomed to, nor is it anything that head coach Ryan Day was happy about. 1. Class in 2023 |Senior Kaleb Brown. CORNERBACK Denzel Burke (6-1, 192, Fr.) Stroud (7) throws a pass during the fourth quarter of the Rose Bowl against the Utah Utes in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports. What role could Kamryn Babb fill in Ohio State football receiver rotation? Tshabola looks the part but is still developing into the spot, while Michalski has been the de facto backup behind him in spring. 3, Teradja Mitchell, 6-2, 239, Sr.; No. Hometown: Pickerington, OH. Hometown: Baltimore, MD, Jerron Cage Please check your email for a confirmation. Measurables |6-feet, 3-inches, 210 pounds If not injured, we might have seen Proctor become a star at safety last fall. 29, Jesse Mirco, 6-4, 220, Fr. George Fitzpatrick3. Class in 2022:Senior However, Stokes is probably more likely to see substantive playing time this year with a year of experience under his belt. Class in 2023 |Senior We like to project the Buckeyes two-deep roster on both sides of the ball throughout the year and on into fall camp, and it seems like a great time to revisit. Cody Simon 3. 79, Dawand Jones, 6-8, 360, Jr.; No. Tuimoloau (44) tackles Utah Utes quarterback Cameron Rising (7) during the fourth quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl.Rose Bowl Game Ohio State Buckeyes Against Utah Utes. Hometown: Lewis Center, OH, Jack Sawyer 53, Luke Wypler, 6-3, 300, So. 2 team in the country hosts Iowa at Ohio Stadium. This will all change as we get more observations and get a look at spring and beyond, so well continue to adjust as we know more. 6, Taron Vincent, 6-2, 305, Jr.; No. Class in 2023 | Junior 6, Kyle McCord, 6-3, 215, Fr. 1. ;No. Measurables | 6 feet, 4 inches, 267 pounds By Nathan Baird, cleveland.com COLUMBUS, Ohio. Hometown |West Chester, OH, BACKUP | Zen Michalski TE:No. Now that spring practices are complete, we have a much better feel for how Ohio States 2023 depth chart could stack up. But the Maryland game could be tricky for the Buckeyes. Having Jones for another year will at least ease the losses the offensive line had to deal with. Vincent is more built to slide over to the nose tackle with his experience and strength. Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman J.T. 2. 3. Miyan Williams 96, Michael OShaughnessy, 6-3, 208, Jr. LS:No. Tyleik Williams 1 here. Measurables | 6-feet, 2-inches, 180 pounds How to watch Ohio State vs. Iowa:What channel is the Ohio State game on? Hicks, Sonny Styles, Carnell Tate Among Playing Time Leaders in Ohio States Spring-Ending Scrimmage, Former San Diego State Offensive Tackle Josh Simmons Transferring to Ohio State, Ohio State Wide Receiver Kaleb Brown Enters Transfer Portal. The 2018 Ohio State Buckeyes football team represented Ohio State University during the 2018 NCAA Division I FBS football season.The Buckeyes played their home games at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.This was the Buckeyes' 129th overall season and 106th as a member of the Big Ten Conference.They were led by head coach Urban Meyer in his seventh and final season at Ohio State. LEFT TACKLE Nicholas Petit-Frere (6-5, 315, Jr.) Enokk Vimahi (6-4, 305, Soph.) Measurables: 6-feet, 195-pounds Hometown | Cincinnati, Ohio. Measurables: 6-feet, 3-inches, 290-pounds A Post-Spring Three-Deep Projection of Ohio States 2023 Depth Chart. Nov 7, 2020; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back Steele Chambers (22) runs the fake punt for a long first down during the second quarter against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Ohio Stadium. Measurables |6-feet, 4-inches, 205 pounds It still feels like this is Kyle McCords job to lose. Stroud, who won the job in summer camp by beating out a pair of toprecruits. Measurables: 6-feet, 2-inches, 235-pounds Dont forget about the ability and upside of Kye Stokes. 78, Nicholas Petit-Frere, 6-5, 315, Jr.; No. Hometown: Manassas, VA, Ty Hamilton on Saturday for a 3:30 p.m. showdown with the Maryland Terrapins in the final road game of the 2022 college football season for the Buckeyes. Opponents: 284 rec, 3,200, (11.3 avg) 21 TD, Kick scoring: Noah Ruggles, 20-21 FG, 74-74 XP (134 pts). Measurables | 6 feet, 1 inch, 185 pounds Measurables | 6 feet, 4 inches, 305 pounds Early on, that looks like the middle as well. Measurables | 6-feet, 2-inches, 196 pounds Sonny Styles Vimahi could potentially be the next man up at both guard spots after mixing in for first-team reps at both spots this spring, but hes primarily lined up at right guard. The only loss for the 2020 Ohio State team was in the National Championship Game against Alabama, who opens the season ranked No.1 in both polls. #14 Gunner Stockton, 6'1, 210,. Measurables | 6-feet, 6-inches, 315 pounds The Buckeyes return quite a bit of talent on the side of the line of scrimmage responsible for stopping the opponents, but there were some issues with giving up big plays and not playing up to standards against the better teams. Tegra Tshabola Ohio State could explore adding one more defensive tackle through the transfer portal as a depth piece, given that the Buckeyes hosted former Maryland defensive tackle Tank Booker for a spring visit before transferring to Arkansas. Hometown | Jersey City, New Jersey. Hinzman seems to have moved over to fill that spot and has separated himself a little. C.J. 11-1 (Overall) 8-1 (Conf.) Spring is over at least from a Scarlet and Gray football perspective and we got to observe a lot of practices, drills, and of course, the spring game to get an idea of how the Ohio State football team is coming along. Class in 2022:Junior As we turn the page and look ahead to 2023, well take a few looks at projecting the Ohio State football depth chart. Cam Martinez is an athletic kid that seems to be coming into his own. Denzel Burke will build on a sensational freshman campaign and might end up being the best cornerback in the league. Williams was more productive than Henderson last season, though, giving him the nod as Ohio States top running back in 2023 even though a healthy Henderson could quickly re-emerge as one of the best RBs in college football. A quick look at the Ohio State roster, depth chart vs. Iowa Coach: Ryan Day Fourth full season 40-4 overall Projected Ohio State depth chart: offense OFFENSE Ohio State. The game is finally here. Measurables: 6-feet, 2-inches, 185-pounds Carter remains a player to watch in preseason camp, considering he was a three-year starter at Syracuse and Ohio State believes he can play all three safety spots. For a team that had the best offense in the country, a defense that didnt get pushed around in key games would have resulted in a potential run for a national title. The 2021 Ohio State Buckeyes football team represented Ohio State University in the 2021 NCAA Division I FBS football season.They were led by third-year head coach Ryan Day, and played their home games at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.It was the Buckeyes' 132nd season overall and 109th as a member of the Big Ten Conference.. John Ferlmann Class in 2023 | Sophomore That leaves Dallan Hayden off the three-deep for this season, even though hes already good enough to start for many college football teams. All of these could mix and match and end up in different safety positions, but it might be time for Kye Stokes to show up and flash some of what we saw in the spring last season. As Johnson likes to play depth on the defensive line, Abor and Melton could have opportunities to earn playing time, too particularly Melton, who is likely to play most of his snaps at the hybrid Jack linebacker position rather than as a hand-in-the-dirt defensive end. Credit: USA TODAY Sports Network, J.T. 16, Ryan Watts, 6-3, 205, So. Donovan Jackson2. Contact/Follow us@BuckeyesWireon Twitter, and like our page onFacebook to follow ongoing coverage of Ohio State news, notes, and opinion. Hometown Mt. Measurables | 6 feet, 175 pounds Hometown: Odessa, FL, Parker Lewis Projected 2023 Ohio State depth chart: Offense. Hometown: Owasso, OK, Kourt Williams Nov. 12, 2022; Columbus; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Jack Sawyer (33) and Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Ty Hamilton (58) celebrate a sack on Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Dexter Williams II (5) in the third quarter of their NCAA Division I football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Indiana Hoosiers at Ohio Stadium. Class in 2022:Sophomore NT: No. Last week cornerback Sevyn Banks missed the game against Michigan State with an undisclosed injury, but the senior is expected to start against the Wolverines this weekend. Bob Kennedy was the voice of the Buckeyes in Ohio Stadium for 20 years. Hometown | Hollywood, Florida. Powers also made a case for playing time with an impressive second spring with the Buckeyes, but his path to a spot on the two-deep is blocked for now, as is the case for Carrico. RELATED Spring Game Snap Counts: C.J. Nov. 12, 2022; Columbus; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Lathan Ransom (12) celebrates a blocked punt during the second half of the NCAA football game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Ohio Stadium. Williams and Henderson can be considered 1A and 1B at running back, as its likely both will start games and play regularly in every game as long as theyre healthy. Class in 2023 |Junior Noah Rogers, 1. C.J. Laurel, NJ, BACKUP| Devin Brown ; No. Record: 7-1 (8th of 128) (Schedule & Results) Rank: 2nd in the Final AP poll. Measurables: 6-feet, 5-inches, 253-pounds Stroud, 29-83 (2.9 avg); Emeka Egbuka, 8-80 (10.0 avg) 2 TD; TC Caffey, 10-66 (6.6 avg) 1 TD, Passing: C.J. Here is the latest two-deep offensive depth chart projection from when we first took a stab at it after the heartbreaker at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl in Atlanta. LT: No. Class in 2023 | Junior Hometown | Massillon, OH. Measurables: 5-feet, 11-inches, 195-pounds 1. Here's a look at the offensive and defensive depth chart and roster for the 2021 Ohio State Buckeyes football team. Hometown: Suwanee, GA. Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Zach Harrison (9) greets fans who rushed the field following a 33-24 win over the Penn State Nittany Lions Saturdays NCAA Division I football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. Measurables: 6-feet, 3-inches, 215-pounds So, in other words, some spots could be up for grabs. Measurables | 6 feet, 3 inches, 225 pounds Measurables |6-feet, 4-inches, 255 pounds Jakob James3. Opponents: 7 ret, 41 yds (5.9 yds). Tuimoloau, 2.5-24; Antwuan Jackson, 2.5-16; Ty Hamilton, 2-7, Get more Ohio State football news by listening to our podcasts, Heres a quick look at the Ohio State roster depth chart vs. Michigan. How to watch OSU play, Remarkably, Justin Fields is running ahead of the QB draft class of 2021 | Michael Arace. Kick returns: Emeka Egbuka, 20 ret, 580 yds (29.0 avg); Xavier Johnson, 3 ret, 52 yds (17.3 yds); Julian Fleming, 3 ret, 22 yds (7.3 avg). Measurables: 6-feet, 4-inches, 240-pounds The coaching staff went out and secured his services because of the experience and talent that can fit in right away. 2-ranked OSU is one win away from entering the Michigan game undefeated. Theres not a whole lot of quality depth to play around with at the corner spot with some defections in the transfer portal, but Brown saw the most time with who is left on the roster. Ohio State offensive coordinator: Kevin Wilson, Ohio State defensive coordinator: Jim Knowles, Ohio State football prediction:Expert Ohio State football predictions for Maryland game, Rushing: Miyan Williams, 117-783 (6.7 avg) 13 TD; TreVeyon Henderson, 96-552 (5.8 avg) 6 TD; Dallan Hayden, 73-357 (4.9 avg) 2 TD; Xavier Johnson, 4-94 (23.5 avg); C.J. Measurables: 6-feet, 3-inches, 330-pounds ; No. 2. Hometown | Edgewood, Washington, Class in 2023 | Sophomore Well have to let things play out in the spring and fall camp. 7, C.J. Measurables | 6-feet, 4-inches, 320 pounds Class in 2023 | Junior Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Class in 2022:Sophomore Hometown Memphis, Tenn. # 6 Kyle McCord 6-3 222 Position QB Year Jr. All rights reserved. Hickman was arguably the most dynamic playmaker on defense last season and should be fun to watch again. Williams could also be a candidate to play that role if he can get healthy after missing the entire spring and most of last season with a shoulder injury. Mirco is currently the only punter on Ohio State's roster. 41, Josh Proctor, 6-2, 205, Sr.; No. 1. Hometown | Suwanee, Georgia. Admittedly, a lot of turning things around on defense has to do with the personnel. Nov. 19, 2022; College Park, Maryland; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end J.T. Hes the solid No. AP NEW! Hometown | Kahuku, HI. Matt Jones Emeka Egbuka Punting: Jesse Mirco, 39 att, 45.5 avg, 19 i20; Michael O'Shaughnessy, 1 att, 41.0 avg. The right guys have to be placed in the right position and thats where we are. 3. April 15, 2023; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord (6) takes the field with the scarlet team for the Ohio State spring football game Saturday at Ohio Stadium.. Hicks He might just nail down the start here as well. Kye Stokes Jayden Ballard3. The Ohio State football depth chart, roster vs. Maryland. Cameron Martinez2. 14, Ronnie Hickman, 6-1, 205, So. Class in 2022:Senior It's unclear if either will play this week, meaning freshman Dallan Hayden and senior Xavier Johnson could be called upon for the already struggling running game. 5, Michigan . Hometown |Cincinnati, OH. Hometown | Seffner, Florida, Measurables | 6 feet, 4 inch, 222 pounds As a whole, theres a lot to work with at the safety position, as there should be in a Jim Knowles defense that relies heavily on playmakers and leadership out of this group. Ohio State football enters the last game of the 2021 regular season hoping to punch its ticket to the Big Ten Championship Game against the team from Ann Arbor, Mich. That would No. Here's what the Ohio State starting lineup and roster will look like against Notre Dame. Hometown:Fremantle, Australia, Michael OShaugnessy Fresh cotton and other wares at Eleven Warriors Dry Goods. Henderson returned from injury against Maryland, but ended the game on the sideline and in a boot. Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (35) and cornerback Denzel Burke (29) tackle Tulsa Golden Hurricane running back Anthony Watkins (23) during the third quarter of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. Credit: USA TODAY Sports Network, Tommy Eichenberg Lomonico and Johnson are both walk-ons, with Lomonico likely to be the top backup as hes been in the program for two years, while Johnson just joined the team this spring. 92, Haskell Garrett, 6-2, 300, Sr.; No. #12 Brock Vandagriff, 6'3, 205, R-Fr. 11, Tyreke Smith, 6-3, 265, Sr.;No. 1. Ohio State doesnt seem completely sold on Fryar as its starting left tackle yet, but he took most of the first-team reps there this spring with Fitzpatrick and Montgomery behind him. The starting lineup for the Buckeyes will look a little different than it did in January, though. Against Indiana, two starting offensive linemen, including tackle Dawand Jones, were questionable at the start of the game and didn't play. How to watch OSU Buckeyes football vs. Iowa, Inside Steele Chambers' position switch that bolstered Ohio State football's defense, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Hometown | Richmond, Virginia, Class in 2023 | RS Junior While those four are likely to see the vast majority of snaps, Tate and Ballard both made a strong case for playing time in the rotation with their performance this spring and at least did enough to secure their places on the two-deep coming out of spring. ; No. Eleven Warriors is where Ohio State fans gather. The statuses of Ohio State running backs TreVeyon Henderson and Miyan Williams are in flux. Measurables |6-feet, 2-inches, 215 pounds Tuimoloau, 2-16; Tommy Eichenberg, 1-15; Steele Chambers, 1-12; Ronnie Hickman, 1-8; Zach Harrison, 1-2; Lathan Ransom, 1-0, Sacks-yds lost: Jack Sawyer, 4.5-20; Mike Hall Jr., 4.5-39; J.T. Victor Cutler Jr. Hinzman looks like the frontrunner to start at center after taking most of the first-team reps this spring, but James the No. We already tried to peer into the crystal ball to look at the offensive depth chart for 2023, and now its time to gaze across the line to the other side of the ball. Credit: USA TODAY Sports, STARTER | Donovan Jackson Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Taron Vincent (6) runs a drill during Ohio States first football practice of fall camp at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center in Columbus on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021. Credit: USA TODAY Sports Network, Taron Vincent Opponents: 448 att, 1,648 yds (3.7 avg) 17 TD, Passing: C.J. Maryland game could be tricky for the Buckeyes, reshman Dallan Hayden and senior Xavier Johnson, Expert Ohio State football predictions for Maryland game, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. cornerback Sevyn Banks missed the game against Michigan State, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. 2. ;No. Measurables | 6 feet, 3 inches, 294 pounds For now, though, well err on the side of caution while we see how capable he is. OHIO STATE FOOTBALL ROSTER Coach: Ryan Day Third full season. 1. Kick returns: DeaMonte Trayanum, 3 ret, 29 yds (9.7 avg); Emeka Egbuka, 1 ret, 25 yds; Jayden Ballard 1 ret, 0 yds, Punt returns: Emeka Egbuka, 6-35 (5.8 avg), Jayden Ballard, 1-14; Jakailin Johnson, 1-0, Ohio State Buckeyes return to action for the first time in two weeks. Class in 2023 | Senior Malik Hartford, 1. 3. Barring a major surprise, Jackson will be the guy here to nail this spot down, and it looks like Christman will spell him when and if needed. Measurables: 6-feet, 179-pounds Tuimoloau, 3.5-26; Javontae Jean-Baptiste, 3.5-19; Zach Harrison, 3-19; Tommy Eichenberg, 2.5-12; Jerron Cage, 1.5-8; Steele Chambers, 1.5-11; Lathan Ramsom, 1.5-11; Ryan Turner, 1-6; Cody Simon, 1-6; Tyleik Williams, 1-2; Josh Proctor, 1-1; Ty Hamilton, 0.5-3; Caden Curry, 0.5-0. This was the first time since 2018 that Ohio State did not reach the . Measurables: 6-feet, 2-inches, 239-pounds Interceptions-yds: Ronnie Hickman, 2-65, 1 TD; Ryan Watts, 2-18; Craig Young, 1-70, 1 TD; Cameron Martinez, 1-61, 1 TD; Cameon Brown, 1-25; Cody Simon, 1-24; Denzel Burke, 1-23, 1 TD; Bryson Shaw, 1-20; Tommy Eichenberg, 1-0; Steele Chambers, 1-0. Part of USA Today Sports Digital Properties. Please check your email for a confirmation. This year, we got a pretty good look through, reps, press conferences, and practice observations that all occurred at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. 23. Measurables | 6-feet, 4-inches, 312 pounds Credit: Joseph Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports, Josh Proctor 3. Measurables | 5 feet, 11 inches, 180 pounds Max Lomonico 76, Harry Miller, 6-4, 315, Jr.; No. 77, Paris Johnson Sr., 6-6, 315, So. Nov. 12, 2022; Columbus; Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Cameron Brown (26) celebrates a stop during the first half of the NCAA football game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Ohio State. Hicks might be too good to keep off the field and we should see some flashes from him when his number is called.