Now that spring football is over, it’s time to look back at exactly what we just saw. We’ll finish going over each position group this weekend, discussing what was learned and what still needs to happen for the Buckeyes. Up next will be the Ohio State defensive ends. [Previous: Quarterbacks | Running Backs | Tight Ends | Defensive Tackles | Linebackers | Cornerbacks …
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Redshirt sophomore defensive end Mitchell Melton went down with a knee injury in Ohio State’s spring game last month and on Friday it was confirmed to be a torn ACL for the Silver Spring, Maryland native. Speaking with reporters on Friday, Buckeye head coach Ryan Day said it would be a long road back for …
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When Ohio State head coach Ryan Day hired Jim Knowles to be his new defensive coordinator, many in Columbus went to the internet to learn more about Knowles and what he would be bringing to the Buckeyes. One of the first things that was learned about was the “Leo” position, which is a hybrid weakside …
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Now that spring football is over, it’s time to look back at exactly what we just saw. We’ll continue going over each position group for the rest of the week with what was learned and what still needs to happen. Up next will be the Ohio State linebackers. [Previous: Quarterbacks | Running Backs | Wide Receivers | Tight Ends | Defensive Ends | …
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Speaking with reporters on Monday, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day announced that redshirt sophomore linebacker Mitchell Melton would be out with a “long-term injury.” Melton was on crutches during Monday’s Buckeye practice. “It’s gonna be a long-term injury without getting into details with Mitch, unfortunately,” Day said. Day did not stay exactly how long …
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Snapshot Ohio State must replace veteran linebackers Tuf Borland, Pete Werner, Baron Browning, and Justin Hilliard, who combined for nearly 100 career starts over the years. It was a talented, experienced, and versatile group last year, and one that won’t soon be forgotten. There is versatility and talent among the linebackers returning, but the experience …
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Pete Werner has been one of the best, most versatile, and most underappreciated linebackers in recent Ohio State football memory. As a 3-year starter for the Buckeyes, Werner showcased his versatility in various ways over the years. His first two years starting were spent at Sam, but with much different duties in two entirely different …
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Tuf Borland was a four-year starter at middle linebacker for the Buckeyes, emerging as a redshirt freshman in 2017 in place of injured middle linebacker Chris Worley. He finished with 228 career tackles and 19 tackles for loss. Borland was a 3-time captain as voted upon by his teammates and earned Honorable Mention All-Big Ten …
