Buckeyes In The NFL

Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Davison Igbinosun catches a ball during Pro Day for NFL scouts at the Woody Hayes Athletics Center on March 25, 2026.

The former Buckeyes cornerback said daily battles in Columbus made the transition to Buffalo feel familiar.

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The former Buckeyes cornerback said daily battles in Columbus made the transition to Buffalo feel familiar.

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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Tywone Malone (95) leaves the field following the Big Ten Conference championship game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Dec. 6, 2025. Ohio State lost 13-10.

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CJ Donaldson and Tywone Malone Jr. quickly found homes in New Orleans after the draft, while a group of Buckeyes, including specialists and a linebacker, now wait for their chance.

Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Ohio State defensive tackle didn’t hide his confidence after a long wait, saying Houston got exactly who they wanted.

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles (0) celebrates a sack by defensive back Caleb Downs (2) during the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 22, 2025. Ohio State won 42-9.

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Ohio State added four more first rounders to their record-setting total.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State defensive back Davison Igbinosun (DB15) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

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7 Buckeyes are projected to be taken in rounds 2-7. Here are realistic and ideal landing spots for these Buckeyes to land and have a chance to see the field early.

Apr 22, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles speaks to media during the NFL Draft prospects clinic at Hazelwood Green Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Ohio State linebacker says a key position switch helped reshape his career and put him on track for the NFL.

Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs (2) celebrates an interception with cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) abnd linebacker Sonny Styles (0) during the first half of the NCAA football game against the Grambling State Tigers at Ohio Stadium on Sept. 6, 2025.

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Ohio State safety Caleb Downs spoke from Pittsburgh about his versatility, film study habits and preparation for the next level.

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese (8) reacts during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Before the NFL Draft takes place in Pittsburgh, Arvell Reese spoke exclusively with Ohio State Buckeyes On SI about how his time in Columbus prepared him for this moment.

Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State defensive lineman Caden Curry (DL35) speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Curry returned to “The Horseshoe” ahead of the NFL Draft after a breakout 2025 season, reflecting on his Ohio State career and path to a projected mid-round selection.

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles watches as teammates do the vertical jump test during Pro Day for NFL scouts at the Woody Hayes Athletics Center on March 25, 2026.

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Styles reflected on his journey, draft expectations, and the next wave of Buckeyes ready to take over.

Feb 11, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) reacts during the Super Bowl LX parade. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

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Coming off a Super Bowl win and Offensive Player of the Year honors, Jaxon Smith-Njigba returns to Columbus and shares what still connects him to Ohio State.

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs (2) celebrates with safety Jaylen McClain (18) and linebacker Sonny Styles (0) after Downs intercepted a pass in the second half at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.

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From No. 1 overall upside to late round uncertainty, a full look at the range of outcomes for Ohio State’s top defensive NFL Draft prospects.

Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Max Klare (86) celebrates with wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) after Tate scored a touchdown in the second half at the Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.

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A look at the various good and bad NFL Draft outcomes for Ohio State offensive prospects, from potential top pick to late round and undrafted scenarios.

Jan 5, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper (0) reacts ahead of teammates after a sack in the second quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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A look at the best Buckeyes to make the jump to the NFL since 2010, in the last four rounds of the Draft.

Dec 7, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas (13) makes a catch in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-Imagn Images

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A look at the top Ohio State talent selected between Rounds 2 and 3 of the NFL Draft since 2010.

Apr 27, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell after being selected by the Seattle Seahawks twentieth overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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A look at the best five Buckeyes selected on Opening Night of the NFL Draft since it became a three-day affair.

Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs (2) and linebacker Arvell Reese (8) celebrate during the NCAA football game against the Texas Longhorns at Ohio Stadium on Aug. 30, 2025.

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Ohio State will have five players at the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, with projections suggesting up to five first-round picks and as many as four in the top 10.

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese (8) blocks a pass by Ohio Bobcats quarterback Parker Navarro (13) in the second half at the Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.

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The former Buckeyes linebacker has been one of the hottest prospects during the pre-draft process.

Dec 6, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman Kayden McDonald (98) reacts before the 2025 Big Ten championship game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Here are three landing spots that would be ideal fits for former Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald.

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs catches a ball during Pro Day for NFL scouts at the Woody Hayes Athletics Center on March 25, 2026.

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Ohio State star Caleb Downs is one of the most versatile defenders in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here are the five best landing spots for the elite safety.

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (97) celebrates in the second half of the NCAA football game at Michigan Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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With a wave of Buckeyes defenders departing for the 2026 NFL Draft, these returning talents could build serious draft stock for 2027.

Sep 13, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles (0) celebrates a tackle for loss during the second quarter against the Ohio Bobcats at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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The Buckeyes unquestioned leader at linebacker projects as a Top-10 pick in this months NFL Draft.

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) makes a catch for a touchdown Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, during the Big Ten football championship against the Indiana Hoosiers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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With the 2026 NFL Draft just weeks away, here are the top teams that could use the services of wide receiver Carnell Tate.

Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Will Kacmarek catches a ball during Pro Day for NFL scouts at the Woody Hayes Athletics Center on March 25, 2026.

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Beyond Carnell Tate, there were other Ohio State players used Pro Day to boost their NFL Draft stock with strong performances and powerful post-workout messages.

From left, Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Tywone Malone, linebacker Arvell Reese and defensive tackle Kayden McDonald work out during Pro Day for NFL scouts at the Woody Hayes Athletics Center on March 25, 2026.

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Tywone Malone Jr. backed up his upside with numbers, while Kayden McDonald and Ethan Onianwa impressed with movement and consistency.