Land-Grant Holy Land - Landing spots and player profiles for Buckeyes taken in the 2018 NFL Drafthttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/46551/lghl-fave.png2018-05-10T12:14:01-04:00http://www.landgrantholyland.com/rss/stream/163921452018-05-10T12:14:01-04:002018-05-10T12:14:01-04:00LGHL spoke to NFL team sites about their incoming Buckeye rookies
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<p>We’ve spent years watching the 2018 Ohio State draft class, and are passing along our fandom to the next level.</p> <p id="5BmyLP">After weeks of preparing for the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-draft">2018 NFL Draft</a>, the three-day event came and went and an impressive seven Ohio State Buckeyes heard their name called throughout the seven rounds, with a handful more signing with teams as undrafted free agents and accepting invites to rookie minicamps for a tryout.</p>
<p id="ZDybRo">As SB Nation’s go-to site for all things Ohio State, a few of the NFL team sites reached out to us at <em>Land-Grant Holy Land</em> to get some insights into the Buckeye rookies getting ready to join their rosters. </p>
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<h3 id="5jh5fx">Here’s a running list of the Q&A links from our NFL team sites</h3>
<p id="HDlyf4"><a href="https://www.thephinsider.com/2018/5/9/17336242/insider-look-at-miami-dolphins-third-round-draft-pick-jerome-baker"><strong>An insider look at Jerome Baker - The Phinsider</strong></a><br>“A two-year starter at weak-side linebacker in Ohio State’s 4-3 scheme, Jerome Baker will bring athleticism and playmaking potential to the Miami Dolphins defense. In Ohio State’s biggest games, Baker consistently stepped up his game.”</p>
<p id="34ll8d">—Christopher Jason via Kevin Nogle</p>
<p id="BgE5AI"><a href="https://www.cincyjungle.com/2018/5/9/17332896/land-grant-holy-land-bengals-fans-should-know-sam-hubbard-ohio-state-nfl-draft-defensive-end"><strong>What Bengals fans should know about Sam Hubbard - Cincy Jungle</strong></a><br>“Filling in for <span>Joey Bosa</span> was one of the toughest challenges that <span>Hubbard</span> could be asked to undertake. Fortunately, the rest of Ohio State’s defense was pretty deep, and allowed for rotating talent to help fill the void. Hubbard didn’t crack under pressure though and finished the 2016 season with 46 total tackles (8.5 for loss) and 3.5 sacks.”</p>
<p id="9D7LNR">—Alexis Chassen via Rebecca Toback</p>
<p id="g5ey1K"><a href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/2018/5/9/17325554/jt-barrett-brings-a-winners-mindset-to-the-new-orleans-saints-udfa-ohio-state"><strong>UDFA QB J.T. Barrett Brings a Winner’s Mindset to the Saints - Canal Street Chronicles</strong></a><br>“During <span>Barrett</span>’s four years at Ohio State, the Buckeyes ran a fairly effective zone-read offense, and Barrett became pretty skilled at getting the read right the vast majority of the time.”</p>
<p id="KCDbDg">—Matt Tamanini via Chris Dunnells</p>
<p id="UVhbP5"><a href="https://www.cincyjungle.com/2018/5/5/17320850/land-grant-holy-land-billy-price-much-more-than-bengals-new-center-ohio-state-university-nfl-draft"><strong>Billy Price is much more than the Bengals’ new center - Cincy Jungle</strong></a><br>“Aside from his stellar play at both left and right guard, <span>Price</span> was known as a leader for the Buckeyes. He was a big role model for young players, instilling in them the type of work ethic it takes to be successful at a place like OSU -- and in NFL.”</p>
<p id="BSayxy">—Alexis Chassen via Rebecca Toback</p>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/5/10/17336634/get-to-know-ohio-state-rookies-sbnation-link-roundupLand-Grant Holy Land Staff2018-05-09T13:08:38-04:002018-05-09T13:08:38-04:00Erick Smith accepted invite to the Jaguars’ rookie minicamp
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<p>Another member of Greg Schiano’s Buckeye defense is getting a shot at an NFL career.</p> <p id="4GvNNj">The <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/">Ohio State Buckeyes</a> have been known to be ‘Defensive Back University’. In the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-draft">2018 NFL Draft</a>, a member of the vaunted unit, <span>Denzel Ward</span>, was selected No. 4 overall to the Cleveland Browns — not to mention <span>Damon Webb</span> signing with the Titans shortly after the end of the event. </p>
<p id="VWMvjI">Now, another member for the Buckeye secondary has been given an opportunity to land in the NFL, with <span>Erick Smith</span> heading accepting an invitation by the Jacksonville Jaguars to participate in rookie minicamp.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Congrats to <a href="https://twitter.com/RestUpBoog?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RestUpBoog</a> for accepting an invite to <a href="https://twitter.com/Jaguars?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Jaguars</a> rookie minicamp!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoBucks?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoBucks</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DevelopedHere?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DevelopedHere</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BIA?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BIA</a> <a href="https://t.co/LU7lZJWy3Z">pic.twitter.com/LU7lZJWy3Z</a></p>— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/OhioStateFB/status/994219132483784705?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 9, 2018</a>
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<p id="Ou62n8">So, why should the Jaguars be excited for this Cleveland native? Well, there’s a few reasons.</p>
<h3 id="oZV3xT">1. Experience on the big stage</h3>
<p id="Tionh1">While he only started two games, Smith saw the field in 45 contests. He didn’t take a redshirt in 2014, which paid off, as he played in 14 of OSU’s 15 games en route to a national championship season. In that Buckeye title run, he was responsible for four tackles in the postseason—where he faced Wisconsin, Alabama and Oregon. Those numbers aren’t too bad, considering he was a freshman at the time.</p>
<p id="uZm0sx">And with Ohio State playing in a slew of primetime games drawing national attention, he’s performed under the bright lights, too. That experience isn’t found in abundance. </p>
<h3 id="sJ4R8L">2. Breakout performances as a true senior</h3>
<p id="oy5oV6">While a 13-tackle freshman season, and a 16-tackle junior season is respectable, it can’t buoy one’s NFL hopes; you’ll need to do something more than that.</p>
<p id="ST2uES">Smith turned it on during his senior campaign—ending with his best season yet. He started in his first two games of his Buckeye career, and tallied 40 total tackles across 12 games. This was the season where he brought down ball carriers by himself, as 26 of those tackles were unassisted. In comparison: His first three seasons at OSU showcased Smith getting only 24 unassisted tackles across 33 games. </p>
<p id="JMArZy">On a Saturday in September 2017, he had his best game of his career. Against Army, Smith notched a career-high nine tackles and three pass </p>
<p id="DiI9GW">His hard work was seen by the coaches, as he was named three-time “champion”. (The champion of the week honor at OSU is basically the weekly MVPs from the last game.) </p>
<p id="kP1EjK">One of the games Smith received the honor was against rival Michigan. In that game in Ann Arbor, his performance on special teams was recognized as player of the game worthy. </p>
<h3 id="KFRlAI">3. A winning mentality </h3>
<p id="zs6iyQ">Outside of the weekly team honors, Smith comes to the NFL with a trophy case that’s filled with rings. He’s been part of a national championship team, three bowl-winning teams (2014 Sugar, 2015 Fiesta, 2017 Cotton) and two <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/big-ten-championship-game">Big Ten Championship</a> squads.</p>
<p id="sUBkNB">To constantly win, takes a certain drive at not only the player level, but the coaching level. An environment that pushes members to be great—not just good—is one that produces prospects that are ready for the next level.</p>
<p id="0mNVIX">Smith, while not in a major role, has been part of a winning tradition at OSU. That will definitely be carried into the NFL—and that’s something to be excited about. </p>
<h3 id="waiwuF">Any concerns about Smith?</h3>
<p id="Uf40yg">In comparison to the other DBs that have come out of the Ohio State pipeline, Smith never was a constant starter nor did he put up the same numbers as the likes of <span>Marshon Lattimore</span> and <span>Denzel Ward</span>.</p>
<p id="Kw11Fy">Additionally, a season-ending ACL-tear in 2015 may be cause for concern, too. In a position that relies heavily on running and turning at a moment’s notice, the ACL could be re-aggravated. </p>
<p id="np5kBj">Those seem to be the big concerns for Smith, but if he’s looking for one more chance to play football, especially at the pro level, he’ll do what it takes to make the team. </p>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/5/9/17296946/erick-smith-jacksonville-jaguars-nfl-ohio-state-football-rookie-camp-inviteGeoff Hammersley2018-05-01T14:02:07-04:002018-05-01T14:02:07-04:00J.T. Barrett signs 3-year deal with Saints, per reports
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<p>Don’t discount the former Buckeye captain.</p> <p id="XyqCdr">I’ll be honest with you, until it was reported that <span>J.T. Barrett</span> had agreed to a minicamp tryout with the <a href="https://www.stampedeblue.com/">Indianapolis Colts</a>, a part of me thought that he hadn’t been selected because he somehow had found a loophole in the NCAA rules allowing him to return for another season at Ohio State. </p>
<p id="1SB1FB">On Monday, it was announced that instead of the Colts, Barrett will instead accept an invitation to participate in Rookie Minicamp with the <a href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/">New Orleans Saints</a>. Things have changed since Monday, as now it appears that Barrett will sign a 3-year deal, per reports.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">It’s a 3-year deal for Barrett and the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saints?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Saints</a>. Perhaps a future investment <a href="https://t.co/Z3mggokGHD">https://t.co/Z3mggokGHD</a></p>— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/991374684896792576?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 1, 2018</a>
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<p id="Gr5eHb">Whether to the joy or dismay of Buckeye fans, that is not the case. Though the most productive quarterback in OSU history didn’t hear his name called during the seven rounds of the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-draft">NFL Draft</a>, there’s no question that he’s been counted out before, and still managed to prove his doubters wrong. </p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Colts GM Chris Ballard told reporters that J.T. Barrett is a rookie minicamp invite, but has not signed a deal. <a href="https://t.co/pJVScZgtSh">https://t.co/pJVScZgtSh</a></p>— Tim Bielik (@timbielik) <a href="https://twitter.com/timbielik/status/990385102504030208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2018</a>
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<p id="p7IOqj">Trying to recap the career of the Wichita, Falls, Texas native in one article would require an insane amount of column inches, but despite the fickle nature of the Ohio State fanbase, it is safe to say that <span>J.T. Barrett</span> is the single-most decorated quarterback in the history of Ohio State, the Big Ten conference, and perhaps the NCAA. </p>
<p id="yDeP0a">The holder of 39 different, individual records (<strong>a list of which you can see below</strong>), Barrett is Ohio State’s only three-time captain, and the only starting quarterback to win four games in college football’s greatest and most storied rivalry, Ohio State vs. Michigan. </p>
<p id="TwE3NW">Barrett was instrumental in leading the Buckeyes to the first-ever <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/college-football-playoff-national-championship">College Football Playoff National Championship</a>, and while a broken ankle prevented him from playing in the postseason, his leadership while he was under center, and after he was injured, is the stuff of legend. </p>
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<p id="wckSaI">A three-time Big Ten Quarterback of the Year, in addition to holding the OSU record for passing and total offensive yards in a career, he also ranks seventh in school history in terms of rushing yards. In addition to his three Griese-Brees B1G QB of the Year Awards, he was also given the Chicago Tribune’s Silver Football as the league’s best player in 2016, and is a two-time All-Big Ten first-team selection, and was an All-American in 2014. </p>
<p id="l8iClq">However, despite his ridiculous amount of accolades, there are few that believe that his accomplishments will translate to a successful career as an NFL starting quarterback. </p>
<p id="Ahe2fq">As scouts project Barrett to the next level, they note that he is not a naturally accurate passer, especially on deep balls; he completed only 28 percent of his throws over 21 yards as a senior. Even though he measured in at just over 6’1 at the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-combine">NFL Combine</a>, the fact that he throws the ball with a 3/4 delivery, makes him seem even shorter in the pocket. </p>
<p id="dqlP9H">Critics also note that Barrett was too reliant on his legs at OSU; often abandoning his progressions when pressure approached; although he improved over time. He also had a tendency to opt for the shorter, safer routes, even when receivers were open downfield. </p>
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<p id="e7iZg4">However, there has rarely been a leader in the college game like Barrett. He is a powerful runner, able to pick up valuable, difficult yards. He also has developed into a quarterback comfortable standing in the pocket and taking a hit to deliver a pass. Scouts also note that he has an innate ability to understand the defenses being played against him, and is able to look safeties off, and understands when corners are attempting to bait him. </p>
<p id="tPjpQA">Whether or not Barrett ever achieves anything in the pros that approaches his success in college is yet to be seen. However, he has already proven that he has the requisite skills to be a valuable member of an NFL roster in some capacity. Congrats to J.T., I certainly would never count him out of anything, and I can’t wait to see him prove people wrong, yet again.</p>
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<p>The four-year starter holds every conceivable passing record at Ohio State. He’ll be an asset to his new squad. </p> <p id="X1A1ZI">It has finally happened: J.T. Barrett has NFL interest from not one, but two teams. The three-time Ohio State captain will join the Indianapolis Colts AND the New Orleans Saints for a minicamp tryout. </p>
<p id="9NETUi">So, why should you be excited about <span>Barrett</span>? We’ve got you covered:</p>
<h3 id="h5lWg2">1. He’s not really a rookie</h3>
<p id="6TvX0J">Okay that might be a stretch, but Barrett is one of the most experienced players in this year’s draft class, and his maturity, at least, will certainly not be a question heading into camp. </p>
<p id="eoOsuE">Barrett started for Ohio State as a redshirt freshman through his senior season, only sitting out for a few games during the stretch. While his opening performances against Navy and Virginia Tech weren’t great, he certainly didn’t look like a freshman by the time the Buckeyes faced Michigan in November of 2014, already having broken a Big Ten record with 45 touchdowns in his premiere season. However, Barrett’s impact went beyond his time on the field in Columbus. </p>
<p id="cZCs63">Former Ohio State tight end <span>Nick Vannett</span> described Barrett as a <a href="http://fox45now.com/sports/content/osu39s-vannett-on-barrett-quottrue-field-generalquot">“true field general.”</a> A born leader, Barrett is the only three-time captain in Ohio State history, serving in the role even during the few games that <span>Cardale Jones</span> started over him in 2015. Perhaps it’s the fact that both of Barrett’s parents, Stacy and Joe, served in the Army, but Barrett’s leadership skills are perhaps his most valuable asset. </p>
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<h3 id="WY8N6a">2. Pressure means nothing</h3>
<p id="sbghq9">Some players panic when their teams start to struggle. That’s not Barrett. In fact, he seems to get better as the going gets tough, which is crucial for players transitioning to the highest level of competition in football. </p>
<p id="WPRYjW">For proof, look to his performances against Penn State in 2014 and 2017--two very different games which both exhibit the kind of resilience that made Barrett a great college quarterback. </p>
<p id="isGHVs">In 2014, the Buckeyes blew a 17-0 lead to James Franklin’s Nittany Lions, starting with a pick-six thrown by Barrett himself. But Barrett stayed calm, scoring two touchdowns in two overtime periods to secure the victory for Ohio State. </p>
<p id="qoasO3">The 2017 story was more heroic, as Barrett pulled his team out of a deficit which stretched as large as 18 points. The senior went 33-of-39 for 328 passing yards and four touchdowns. His fourth quarter was perfect, capping the comeback for the Buckeyes as he completed 13-of-13 passing attempts, including three touchdowns. </p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">JT Barrett had ice in his veins tonight! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JT4Heisman?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JT4Heisman</a> <a href="https://t.co/AULX4BMs2k">pic.twitter.com/AULX4BMs2k</a></p>— Buckeye Videos+ (@BuckeyeVideos) <a href="https://twitter.com/BuckeyeVideos/status/924414927359627265?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 28, 2017</a>
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<p id="Hs2kYD">The matchup of top-five teams and the daunting task of coming back from a deficit did not faze the senior. Urban Meyer said of Barrett’s performance “I’ve never had a kid play perfect, but damn he was close tonight.”</p>
<h3 id="YlVASM">3. What doesn’t kill him makes him stronger</h3>
<p id="S3AXcA">In what would seemingly be a huge point against him, Barrett has actually been injured a lot--from an ACL tear to a broken ankle to a meniscus issue exacerbated by a rogue cameraman. However, Barrett has managed to come back stronger than ever after each injury, no matter how serious. Despite tearing his ACL and meniscus as a senior in high school, Barrett ended up enrolling early at Ohio State and studied under <span>Braxton Miller</span> before taking over the starting role in August 2014. </p>
<p id="X5kxYj">The broken ankle against Michigan in 2014 proved more cost-worthy for Barrett personally, as it eventually led to <span>Cardale Jones</span> taking the Buckeyes through the post-season to a <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/college-football-playoff-national-championship">College Football Playoff title</a> and winning the starting spot the following fall. Still, Barrett’s mobility didn’t seem to be affected once he did return to the field. He still rushed for 11 touchdowns in 2015, equaling his total from 2014, and averaged 5.9 yards per rushing attempt--the best average of his four seasons. Then there was the meniscus. In short, Barrett had surgery and was back on the field a week later to face Wisconsin in the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/big-ten-championship-game">Big Ten Championship</a> game. “Machine” is a word you might insert here. </p>
<h3 id="Cb4Pd5">4. He is versatile</h3>
<p id="wAsfyf">Coming out of high school, Barrett was considered the No. 2 dual threat quarterback recruit in the nation. He continued to show that ability in four seasons with the Buckeyes. As a result, he is first in program history in both career passing yards (9,434) and touchdowns (104), fourth in career rushing touchdowns (43) and seventh in career rushing yards (3,263). </p>
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<p id="Q78bAX">While this sort of versatility generally gets stomped out pretty quickly in the NFL, where high-caliber defenses snuff out even better-than-mediocre scramblers, some quarterbacks have been able to continue to rely on their rushing game. <span>Russell Wilson</span> looks like an easy comparison, but Barrett looks in many ways like Alex Smith--who also happened to be coached by Urban Meyer at Utah. Smith is similar in his scrambling ability (both Smith and Barrett actually ran 4.7-second 40s), and scouts had analogous concerns about Smith playing in the spread throughout college. </p>
<p id="21YnNE">If Barrett can continue to evade defenders at the NFL level, he could prove to be the next in line of a rare breed of true dual threat NFL quarterbacks. </p>
<h3 id="GdvDcT">5. Despite the haters, he still gets the job done</h3>
<p id="Bm0TAE">Meyer owns the best winning percentage of any Ohio State coach in program history, sitting at 73-8 overall. In four of his six seasons, he has had Barrett at the helm of his offense for most of the year. Throughout those years, the Buckeyes went 44-6 in games where Barrett played. </p>
<p id="gDt0Jt">Yes, the quarterback had the advantage of a ridiculous amount of NFL-level talent surrounding him on offense (e.g., <span>Ezekiel Elliott</span> and the entire set of offensive lines for several years) and a defense which, at a minimum, kept Ohio State in most games. However, there is something to be said for a player who simply knows how to win and who can make the players around him better. It’s sometimes ugly, but when Barrett takes the field, his team more often than not comes out on top. </p>
<h3 id="l01zV7">Any concerns about Barrett?</h3>
<p id="b9A7Gu">Realistically? Plenty. Barrett is not a pro-style quarterback in a league which still favors that type of player. Having played primarily in the spread, he hasn’t been forced to rely on downfield passing options, and has struggled when put in that type of situation (i.e. all of 2017 under Kevin Wilson and Ryan Day). Accuracy, especially on the long ball, has been a consistent problem throughout his time in Columbus. </p>
<p id="AvSzAV">He has been critiqued for his fundamentals, and his arm strength is questionable. He is also small for the NFL, standing at 6-foot-1, 224 pounds, which could hamper his ability to rush in an NFL loaded with bigger and stronger defensive players. </p>
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<p>Here’s the full breakdown of who went where, and which other Ohio State alums they might be joining.</p> <p id="hOLuU6">The <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-draft">2018 NFL Draft</a> is now over, and it was a pretty eventful weekend for the Buckeyes, with seven players getting picked over the three-day event. From the good — <span>Denzel Ward</span> continuing the first-round legacy of Kerry Coombs players — to the bad — <span>Jamarco Jones</span> falling three rounds further than he was projected — a lot of dreams were realized.</p>
<p id="cIRuFl">For the handful of Ohio State prospects that didn’t get picked this weekend, this isn’t the end of the road. The undrafted free agent scramble is a way for a lot of these guys to still find a roster spot and head to rookie camp, where they’ll get another shot to prove their value at the next level.</p>
<p id="o4zodl">Here’s the full breakdown of Buckeyes picked the 2018 NFL Draft:</p>
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<span>Denzel Ward</span> (No. 4) <a href="https://www.dawgsbynature.com/">Cleveland Browns</a>
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<p id="2SPEcI">It was no surprise that <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/26/17273982/nfl-draft-results-2018-denzel-ward-cleveland-browns-ohio-state">Ward was the first Buckeye off of the board</a>, but to go No. 4 was quite the vote of confidence from Cleveland. The Browns are getting a home-town guy, <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/26/17268378/nfl-draft-denzel-ward-breakdown-ohio-state-football">who should be able to step in Day 1 and contribute to a defense</a> that has more than one area in which they need to improve.</p>
<p id="5REDI2"><strong>Is he joining any other Buckeyes?</strong> RB <span>Carlos Hyde</span></p>
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<span>Billy Price</span> (No. 21) <a href="https://www.cincyjungle.com/">Cincinnati Bengals</a>
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<p id="XysLsa">Despite concerns about falling out of the first round<a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/2/28/17053098/billy-price-nfl-ohio-state-draft-profile-2018-injury-update"> due to his pec injury </a>sustained at the combine, <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/26/17275906/nfl-draft-results-2018-billy-price-cincinnati-bengals-ohio-state">Price was still taken on the opening night of the event</a>. He met with the Bengals a few times throughout the draft process, and will now continue his football path a little further south — <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/26/17268722/nfl-draft-billy-price-breakdown-ohio-state-football">but still in his home-state</a> — and play for the Bengals.</p>
<p id="LfBizQ"><strong>Is he joining any other Buckeyes?</strong> DE <span>Sam Hubbard</span> (more on him in a second)</p>
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<span>Tyquan Lewis</span> (No. 64) <a href="https://www.stampedeblue.com/">Indianapolis Colts</a>
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<p id="vQktiD">Getting <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/27/17275924/nfl-draft-results-2018-tyquan-lewis-indianapolis-colts-ohio-state">picked in the late-second round</a> is about right for <span>Lewis</span>, who <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/3/2/17057508/tyquan-lewis-nfl-ohio-state-draft-profile-2018-combine-results">was sick for part of the combine</a>, but had a good showing at Ohio State’s Pro Day back in March. Lewis joins a host of other Buckeye defenders in Indy, and <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/27/17268796/nfl-draft-tyquan-lewis-breakdown-indianapolis-colts-ohio-state-football">should fit right in at the next level</a>.</p>
<p id="UCZDqT"><strong>Is he joining any other Buckeyes?</strong> SAF <span>Malik Hooker</span>, OL <span>Jack Mewhort</span>, LB <span>Joshua Perry</span>, LB <span>John Simon</span></p>
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<span>Jerome Baker</span> (No. 73) <a href="https://www.thephinsider.com/">Miami Dolphins</a>
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<p id="0VWeJ8">Baker met with a lot of teams <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/3/2/17057516/jerome-baker-nfl-ohio-state-draft-profile-2018-combine-results">throughout the pre-draft process</a>, and despite <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/27/17267990/nfl-draft-jerome-baker-breakdown-miami-dolphins-ohio-state-football">his athleticism and leadership qualities</a>, was always considered a third round pick — <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/27/17275916/nfl-draft-results-2018-jerome-baker-miami-dolphins-ohio-state">which is where he went</a>. Last year, the Dolphins snagged <span>Raekwon McMillan</span>, and reuniting these two on Miami’s defense should make other teams in the AFC East a little nervous.</p>
<p id="IthvFg"><strong>Is he joining any other Buckeyes?</strong> LB <span>Raekwon McMillan</span></p>
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<span>Sam Hubbard</span> (No. 77) Cincinnati Bengals</h3>
<p id="P1NRfX">The defensive end was <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/3/2/17054520/sam-hubbard-nfl-ohio-state-draft-profile-2018-combine-results">considered a bubble first or second round pick</a> early on in the draft process, but <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/27/17275910/nfl-draft-results-2018-sam-hubbard-new-england-patriots-ohio-state">ended up sliding into Round 3</a>. It could all be for the best, as the Bengals picked up another Ohio native, and one that <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/27/17268696/nfl-draft-sam-hubbard-breakdown-cincinnati-bengals-ohio-state-football">can line up at various positions and compete</a>.</p>
<p id="ZlmoPC"><strong>Is he joining any other Buckeyes?</strong> C <span>Billy Price</span></p>
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<span>Jalyn Holmes</span> (No. 102) <a href="https://www.dailynorseman.com/">Minnesota Vikings</a>
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<p id="67Ol7O">Another Buckeye who fell further than expected was DE <span>Jalyn Holmes</span>, but he was eventually <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17275928/nfl-draft-results-2018-jalyn-holmes-minnesota-vikings-ohio-state">picked up by the Vikings in Round 4</a>. He wasn’t a full-time starter for the Buckeyes, but <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/3/2/17054518/jalyn-holmes-nfl-ohio-state-draft-profile-2018-combine-results">competed along side the best in the country for most of his collegiate career</a>. </p>
<p id="aCwSkT"><strong>Is he joining any other Buckeyes?</strong> C <span>Pat Elflein</span></p>
<h3 id="vn78YZ">Jamarco Jones (No. 168) <a href="https://www.fieldgulls.com/">Seattle Seahawks</a>
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<p id="X3Pq6e">The offensive tackle <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17275914/nfl-draft-results-2018-jamarco-jones-seattle-seahawks-ohio-state">fell into the fifth round of the draft</a>, but landing with the Seattle Seahawks should make the wait worth it. Jones is <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17268776/nfl-draft-jamarco-jones-breakdown-ohio-state-football">used to protecting mobile quarterbacks at Ohio State</a>, and he’ll have his hands full with <span>Russell Wilson</span>’s motor in Seattle, but the Buckeye is up for the challenge.</p>
<p id="hcSXuY"><strong>Is he joining any other Buckeyes?</strong> TE <span>Nick Vannett</span></p>
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<h3 id="0o1Miu">Undrafted free agent signings</h3>
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<li id="4CVWsK"><a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17275934/nfl-draft-undrafted-free-agent-2018-jt-barrett-indianapolis-colts-ohio-state">J.T. Barrett agrees to minicamp tryout with the Colts AND Saints</a></li>
<li id="fM6FEa"><a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17296150/nfl-draft-undrafted-free-agents-2018-tracy-sprinkle-carolina-panthers-ohio-state">Tracy Sprinkle signed by the Carolina Panthers as a UDFA</a></li>
<li id="oXLyyl"><a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17275946/nfl-draft-undrafted-free-agent-2018-marcus-baugh-oakland-raiders-ohio-state">Ohio State tight end Marcus Baugh will be joining the Oakland Raiders</a></li>
<li id="1Kgm4y"><a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17275978/nfl-draft-undrafted-free-agent-2018-chris-worley-cincinnati-bengals-ohio-state">Ohio State linebacker Chris Worley will sign with the Cincinnati Bengals, per reports</a></li>
<li id="Ecdfqy"><a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17275966/nfl-draft-undrafted-free-agent-2018-damon-webb-tennessee-titans-ohio-state">Ohio State safety Damon Webb signs with Tennessee Titans, per reports</a></li>
<li id="XAilSh"><a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17296240/nfl-draft-results-undrafted-free-agent-2018-michael-hill-detroit-lions-ohio-state">Michael Hill signed by the Lions as a UDFA</a></li>
<li id="YWhgZY"><a href="https://twitter.com/OhioStateFB/status/990603594905907200?s=19">Elijaah Goins signed by Titans as a UDFA</a></li>
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https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17294490/nfl-draft-results-2018-ohio-state-buckeyes-full-listAlexis Chassen2018-04-28T20:42:02-04:002018-04-28T20:42:02-04:003 reasons to be excited the Detroit Lions signed UDFA Michael Hill
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<p>A veteran member of the Buckeye defensive line finds his way to the NFL. </p> <p id="Xv4sAj">Another member of the <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/">Ohio State Buckeyes</a> has found a home in the NFL. This time, it’s defensive tackle <span>Michael Hill</span>, who was picked up by the <a href="https://www.prideofdetroit.com/">Detroit Lions</a> following the draft. The Buckeye didn’t have to wait long before the three-day even wrapped up before landing on a roster, and he’s got the experience to make the most of this opportunity.</p>
<p id="lG3kFd">So, why should you be excited for Lewis’ arrival in Detroit? We’ve got you covered.</p>
<h3 id="oQdiFa">1. Veteran experience </h3>
<p id="Sb4gnd">After the first few rounds of the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-draft">NFL Draft</a>, teams start looking for value picks. Combine a team need with a player’s experience, and you have a late-round pick that not only has a ton of value, but may actually be a key cog in the team’s pursuit of a <a href="https://www.sbnation.com/a/super-bowl-2018-coverage">Super Bowl</a>.</p>
<p id="zEW7EM"><span>Michael Hill</span> has the potential to be that key cog. Counting the three games in his redshirted season in 2013, <span>Hill</span> saw action in 42 contests for the Scarlet and Gray. Of those 42 games, he had the chance to start in 15 of them. While 13 of those starts happened in 2016, they are starts nonetheless for a team that went to the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/college-football-playoff">College Football Playoff</a>.</p>
<h3 id="3Wn61V">2. He holds his own</h3>
<p id="kHd8hy">On the D-Line, you’re hoping to get someone who can fight through the offense and make a play on the ball. Over the course of his Buckeye career, <span>Hill</span> has evolved in his ability to seek out the ball carrier and make a tackle.</p>
<p id="7qLZ1m">In this example, who breaks away from the lineman, and helps wrap up the running back in a red zone situation.</p>
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<p id="f3RaFB">By the time he was done wearing the Scarlet and Gray, Hill amassed 37 career tackles and 5.5 tackles-for-loss, and a pair of sacks.</p>
<h3 id="Z51Nrs">3. Recognition for work done</h3>
<p id="TAXRsC">Getting on the field in the 2017 season came at a premium for Hill. He only played in eight games, with only one start. However, he shined in the 2016 campaign for the Buckeyes.</p>
<p id="UoOUYp">Statistically, that was his best season; he recorded 21 tackles and 3.0 tackles-for-loss. For his redshirt junior season, Hill picked up honorable mention All-Big Ten by both the coaches and the media. </p>
<p id="DADh1V">Off the field, Hill found success, too. He graduated with a degree in sports & industry from Ohio State in December 2017. </p>
<h3 id="w6HoB1">Any concerns about Hill?</h3>
<p id="EO2ZBA">His redshirt senior season was supposed to begin where his stellar junior season ended. However, that didn’t really happen. Hill was suspended for the first six games due to a violation of team rules. </p>
<p id="qo4Soq">Combine the suspension with the wealth of talent OSU had on the defensive line, and you have a situation where Hill, the incumbent starter, was battling just to get on the field. He did get to play in eight games for his redshirt senior season, but only started in one of those games. From a stats perspective, last season tied a career-low for tackles: one. </p>
<p id="okKxBJ">He’ll have to shine in training camp for a spot on the team, but he has the experience at a top school that should help him be a viable candidate to make the main roster.</p>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17296058/michael-hill-nfl-detroit-lions-udfa-ohio-state-footballGeoff Hammersley2018-04-28T20:02:01-04:002018-04-28T20:02:01-04:005 reasons to be excited the Raiders signed Marcus Baugh
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<p>Buckeye tight ends don’t get the most pass-catching experience, but they tend to be great blockers.</p> <p id="ubEjlu">The Oakland Raiders signed themselves a tight end, as they picked up Ohio State’s Marcus Baugh as an undrafted free agent. So, if you are a fan of the Raiders, why should you be excited that they signed Baugh? We’ve got you covered:</p>
<h3 id="Ylyvno">1. An increase in production each year</h3>
<p id="V2g7zO">Baugh saw action in 59 games wearing the scarlet and gray. After playing in 12 games (and only getting two receiving yards) during the Buckeyes title run of 2014, he ended his senior season with 304 yards, 28 receptions and five touchdowns, his personal season-best in all three categories.</p>
<p id="knHCGH">He got more of the workload starting in his junior season, a year in which he started in all 13 of Ohio State’s games. When <span>J.T. Barrett</span> got him the ball, it was worth a good chunk of yardage; Baugh had an average of 11.1 yards per catch in his final two seasons.</p>
<p id="5EHBd3">He’ll have to adapt to the NFL, but if he gets enough time to do that, then he’ll have a real shot at hauling in catches at the TE position on Sundays.</p>
<h3 id="J0sklP">2. Clutch catches in tight games</h3>
<p id="xt6oX2">With the increased workload also came increased responsibilities. In two games this past season, he played a critical part in getting Ohio State back into winning position.</p>
<p id="cumeLI">Against Penn State, he only caught two passes, but one of them was monumental in helping the Buckeyes overcome the large early deficit at home. Baugh created space in the final minutes to catch what would prove to be the game-winning touchdown against the Nittany Lions.</p>
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<p id="xN9VUQ">His other biggest catch of the season came against Michigan. With the Buckeyes trailing, 14-7, Baugh slipped behind the Wolverines’ defense for a 25-yard TD reception. The score would even things up, as two of college football’s biggest rivals went into halftime tied. </p>
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<p id="9wV1jd">Back in 2016, Baugh had his best receiving day for Ohio State in a losing effort. He pulled in five catches for 55 yards on the road against Penn State. However, that’s the game where PSU blocked a late field goal—and returned it for the go-ahead touchdown. </p>
<p id="HpL6XN">Like many of the starters for Ohio State, Baugh never really faltered in the big moments. </p>
<h3 id="ylPoF3">3. Can hang onto catches in traffic</h3>
<p id="SvgiMq">Whenever he was targeted, Baugh did everything he could to haul in the football for yardage. He ran into defenders right after the pigskin hit his hands—and still managed to hold onto possession. Listed at 6-foot-5, 250 pounds, Baugh can hold his own when catching and running with the ball. </p>
<p id="UWJUxt">In this clip from the 2016 game against Rutgers, the Riverside, California native goes across the field for the catch with a defender right on him. He makes the reception, and then wrestles his way through two more defenders into the end zone.</p>
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<h3 id="nUdrJi">4. Athleticism </h3>
<p id="yw8uui"><span>Cardale Jones</span> hurdled a guy when the Buckeyes made their first trip to College Park, Maryland to face the then-newly minted Big Ten member Maryland. </p>
<p id="NOXcJX"><span>Marcus Baugh</span> carried on the tradition of just jumping over people—which happened to also include another Maryland man. However, we’ll show another occasion of where Marcus took flight. Against Bowling Green in 2016, a Falcon defender went for the hit on Baugh, only to end up looking like a fool.</p>
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<p id="hlk59P">Having the dexterity to hop over opponents certainly elevates his cool-factor. Exciting plays get the people goin’, and when Baugh jumped over defenders, the people got goin’ in a big way.</p>
<h3 id="ed3OF6">5. Recognition on and off the field </h3>
<p id="MhbjAb">Like many of the seniors in this OSU class, they all leave their college days with awards, rings, gold pants, and a degree. </p>
<p id="189pgy">The last two seasons were honorable mention All-Big Ten for the TE, with both the media and coaches agreeing. His trophy case also got jammed pack with rings, as a National Championship, <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/sugar-bowl">Sugar Bowl</a>, <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/fiesta-bowl">Fiesta Bowl</a> and <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/cotton-bowl">Cotton Bowl</a> were picked up for bowl season wins; and two <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/big-ten-championship-game">Big Ten championship</a> rings got added after the Bucks rolled past Wisconsin in 2014 and 2017.</p>
<p id="IUlhmF">Above all that is the piece of paper that Baugh earned in December. With a degree in Criminology, Baugh left Ohio State as a graduate. Not everyone can say that.</p>
<h3 id="caUQPc">Any concerns about Baugh?</h3>
<p id="ZqwPmv">One of things that should excite you about Baugh may also be a concern. The recent history of successful Buckeye TEs puts pressure on Baugh to be at the same level by the time he joins his new team. <span>Nick Vannett</span> was drafted in the third round in 2016; and before that, <span>Jeff Heuerman</span> was also a third-round selection in 2015. </p>
<p id="SfPywb">Blocking will be an important skill set for a TE to have when they get to the NFL. For Baugh, two of his weaknesses in his <a href="https://www.nfl.com/prospects/marcus-baugh?id=32462018-0002-5598-8520-738df7ecbe02">NFL.com</a> draft profile is that he’s “unable to sustain blocks” and “lacks play strength and tenacity as run blocker.” He’ll have to work on both if he wants to find himself on the main roster as the seasons starts. </p>
<p id="sWbyPL">However, by being a mainstay as a Buckeye starter, he knows what it takes to perform at a high level. </p>
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https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17268804/marcus-baugh-raiders-breakdown-ohio-state-footballGeoff Hammersley2018-04-28T19:52:02-04:002018-04-28T19:52:02-04:003 reasons to be excited the Panthers signed UDFA Tracy Sprinkle
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<p>A productive 2017 campaign helps this Buckeye lineman land in the NFL as an UDFA.</p> <p id="HcxG2d">Another member of the vaunted <a href="https://www.landgrantholyland.com/">Ohio State Buckeyes</a> defensive line has found a home in the professional football ranks. This time, it’s the Elyria, Ohio, native Tracy Sprinkle. The <a href="https://www.catscratchreader.com/">Carolina Panthers</a> signed Sprinkle as an undrafted free agent just after the seventh round finished up. </p>
<p id="hdGXQe">So, why should you be excited the Panthers signed Sprinkle? Well, we have you covered.</p>
<h3 id="3FXodI">1. A strong ending to his Buckeye career</h3>
<p id="uMJJgN">Progression—not regression—is what you want when drafting guys, as well picking them up after the draft in free agency. His sophomore season included action in 12 games, but only yielded four tackles. Fast forward to his senior season, and Sprinkle put together his most success campaign in the Scarlet and Gray: playing in 13 games, with 10 of those being starts. On top of seeing more time in a starting role, Sprinkle tallied 16 tackles, 3.0 tackles-for-loss and a pass deflection.</p>
<p id="tN07YV">At Ohio State’s pro day, he drew the attention of the <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/">New England Patriots</a> own Bill Belichick, who ran some drills with Sprinkle. When a team as successful as the Pats come looking, you know you have to be doing something right.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">At OSU pro day. Bill Belichick just finished putting D-linemen through extra work, including <a href="https://twitter.com/ElyriaSchools?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ElyriaSchools</a> graduate Tracy Sprinkle. <a href="https://t.co/hkwmzZLG38">pic.twitter.com/hkwmzZLG38</a></p>— Scott Petrak ct (@ScottPetrak) <a href="https://twitter.com/ScottPetrak/status/976891359599751168?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 22, 2018</a>
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<p id="80cWfp">Now in the NFL, expect Sprinkle to keep working hard. It was a necessary trait at Ohio State, as on any given day the backups could become the starter through hard work. </p>
<h3 id="D6Sfo9">2. A proven leader</h3>
<p id="LCkIBy">Things weren’t perfect for Sprinkle at OSU. In July 2014, he was arrested in a bar brawl that led to a suspension and eventual dismissal from the team. However, after the more serious charges from that brawl fight (possession of cocaine) were dropped, he worked his way back into the good graces of the football program.</p>
<p id="RwscH8">When the 2017 season began, Sprinkle was named one of the captains of the football team. If you would’ve said in August 2014 that Sprinkle would become a captain of the OSU football team, the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/odds">odds</a> would’ve been astronomical. But, every now and then, change takes place.</p>
<p id="xbm38F">Sprinkle has matured after that incident, culminating with him being elected as a leader. Missteps happen, but when you’re a football player, those missteps are amplified. Sprinkle has had his missteps and learned from them—which is the important thing.</p>
<h3 id="QmTtuV">3. He overcame adversity </h3>
<p id="oFraFL">After getting back to the team after the brawl incident, Sprinkle saw occasional moments on the field as a sophomore. Things started to look up as a junior, as he got the start. However, things would go downhill quickly.</p>
<p id="iq7Rc2">Sprinkle suffered a knee injury, which would sideline him for the rest of his junior season. He bounced back, though, and ended his Buckeye career on a high-note. In the third game of the 2017 season, he set a career-high with five tackles against Army—proving that he was back for good.</p>
<h3 id="TmacIN">Any concerns about Sprinkle?</h3>
<p id="9oyAZK">Only one solid year of data points creates an unfinished picture of what Sprinkle can/can’t do. Sprinkle wasn’t invited to the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl-combine">NFL Scouting Combine</a>, which hurt his chances to prove doubters wrong.</p>
<p id="lcIiit">The season-ending knee injury from 2016 may also be a cause for concern, as there is always a chance a re-injuring could occur. </p>
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https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2018/4/28/17296520/tracy-sprinkle-carolina-panthers-nfl-ohio-state-udfaGeoff Hammersley