The graduate played special teams for three seasons before starting the first few games last season. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. He will return to Columbus next season with his eyes set on more. Gaoteote has the versatility to play each of the linebacker positions, but hell need to be more consistent for the defensive coaching staff to trust him with enough playing time to make an impact. CB 3 DAVID MITCHELL (6-1, 195, So.) He had spent most of his coaching career at Miami University and had a very brief stint with the Oakland Raiders. SS 20 CENTRAL McCLELLION (5-11, 190, Sr.*) Has terrific talent and can play all the secondary positions 8 tackles vs. WVU4 vs. Toledotied for team lead with 12 tackles. I think this is a better trio but definitely plenty of questions. Defensive captains named were seniors Quinn Pitcock and David Patterson. He has the range to play against run-heavy and pass-heavy offenses, making him a more versatile player than many think. Check out the entire depth chart for Notre Dame ahead of Marcus Freemans first regular season contest as head coach below. Injuries, the transfer portal, and other factors will cause roster movement. WLB 35 JERRY RUDZINSKI (6-2, 225, Sr.*) Academic All-America candidateco-captain & leaderhard-working & never out of positionsavvy14 tackles; 2 TFLs (one sack). Administrative Rule 123:3-2-01 was adopted following the passage of Ohio Revised Code 1347. The most respected source for NFL Draft info among NFL Fans, Media, and Scouts, plus accurate, up to date NFL Depth Charts, Practice Squads and Rosters. Tony Hunt with four more carries outrushed Antonio Pittman, 138 yards to 110, and Troy Smith (12 of 22 passing) was virtually even with Anthony Morelli in passing statistics. RECRUITING: FORMER FIVE-STAR FROM ST. JOSEPHS PREP. TE 85 JOHN LUMPKIN (6-8, 260, Sr.) Emerged last year (17 for 320 yds and 3 TDs) has 3 catches for 60 yds in 98spectacular 50-yard TD grab in Sugar Bowl. For now, heres BSBs first version of the 2022 depth chart projection based on what weve seen and heard around the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and Ohio Stadium this spring. Ohio State controlled the game with defense in the second half, although offensively the 3rd quarter was highlighted by back-to-back end-arounds by Gonzalez and Ginn, gaining 41 yards. FL 15 DEE MILLER (6-1, 200, Sr.*) Spectacular, big-play receiver14 rec. Offensive captains were seniors Troy Smith and Doug Datish. McCord will take another year to develop under Day and quarterbacks coach Corey Dennis. Troy Smith received his fifth Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week award for the 2006 season, setting a new conference record for most received in a single season. Florida's only defeat during 2006 came on the road at Auburns Jordan-Hare Stadium in the seventh week of the season. Ohio State had a perfectly balanced offense for the game, accruing 270 yards both passing and rushing. The Buckeyes intercepted a possible scoring pass and ran it for a touchdown. Tied for team lead with 12 tackles (7 solo)had team lead 7 tackles vs. Toledomoved from DB to linebacker position in 98. Despite the ball being thrown as what is known as "up for grabs", luck was on Ohio State's side for that drive. Troy Smith threw an interception with 5 minutes to play, but on the next play James Laurinaitis countered with an interception of his own. WebOhio State has participated in three No. TE 85 JOHN LUMPKIN (6-8, 260, Sr.) Emerged last year (17 for 320 yds and 3 TDs) has 3 catches for 60 yds in 98spectacular 50-yard TD grab in Sugar Bowl. FB 23 MATT KELLER (6-0, 238, Jr.) Savvy, crafty & works hard3rd-leading rusher and receiver in 97 (257 rush yards & 19 receptions)boom-boom blocker. RT 75 HENRY FLEMING (6-7, 305, So.) Smith was named co-Player of the Week in the Big Ten on offense, his fifth weekly conference accolade of his career and his fourth in 2006, which tied him with six other players for the most offensive awards in a single year (the others were Indianas Anthony Thompson (1989), Michigans Desmond Howard (1991), Wisconsins Ron Dayne (1999), Purdues Drew Brees (2000) and Kyle Orton (2004), and Penn States Larry Johnson (2002). Stroud will lead their team as a Heisman Trophy frontrunner with weapons like wide receivers Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Julian Fleming, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka at his disposal. Against Michigans top-rated rushing defense, Pittman carried the ball 18 times for 139 yards and Wells 5 times for 56. FB 39 JAMAR MARTIN (6-1, 235, Fr.) Following their victory over arch-rival Michigan on November 18, Ohio State became the first team ever to score a perfect 1.000 in the BCS composite score. The Buckeyes then drove for the opening touchdown, with Antonio Pittman scoring in his 12th straight game. Olympic Recap: Massive Upset For Mens Swim And Dive, Ohio State Adds Transfer Offensive Lineman Victor Cutler From Louisiana-Monroe, Sawyer, Tuimoloau Taking DE Reins In Year Three, Key Shrugs Off Shoulder Injury, Seeks Streak-Snapping Win, Jacy Sheldon Getting Closer To Returning For Ohio State, Former Oregon State Quarterback Tristan Gebbia Reportedly Transferring To Ohio State, Injury Updates: Crowley To Medically Retire, Melton Likely Out For The Season. A rising staronly true frosh to start in 97 makes plays (9 tackles vs. Michigan)has size, quickness and athletic ability. MICHIGAN FOOTBALL DEPTH CHART 2006. Stover could return but if not it will be on unproven players. Stroud was the Big Tens Graham-George Offensive Player of the Year, Thompson-Randle El Freshman of the Year and the Griese-Brees Quarterback of the Year as a redshirt freshman last season. Pittman made 60 of the 75 yards, including the last 12 for the score, on three carries and a screen pass. On August 30, Jim Tressel announced the awarding of scholarships to four former walk-onssenior WR Derek Harden, senior FB Ryan Franzinger, RS junior FB/wedgebuster Trever Robinson, and RS sophomore center Tyler "Tank" Whaley.[5]. DE 60 BRENT JOHNSON (6-4, 265, So.) 9.7 yards per carry. LT 68 LeCHARLES BENTLEY (6-3, 265, Fr.) Linebackers James Laurinaitis and Marcus Freeman along with defensive end Vernon Gholston were among the list of 65 players under consideration for the Bednarik Award while Chris "Beanie" Wells was on the 65-player list for the Maxwell Award. Smith completed 29 of 41 passes for 316 yards and 4 touchdowns, hitting eight different receivers, and was sacked only once. Ohio State easily defeated the Bowling Green Falcons in Ohio Stadium for their 13th straight win. He was sacked once for a loss of five yards. and 2 TDs vs. Toledo3rd on team with 7 rec. LG 56 ROB MURPHY (6-5, 300, Jr.) All-America candidate97 FN All-AmericanHas helped Bucks to a No. The Buckeye rout, coupled with Michigans 343 defeat of Indiana, set the stage for the first No. LG 56 ROB MURPHY (6-5, 300, Jr.) All-America candidateOutland Trophy checklist97 Football News AA26 startsphysical and fiestyleader of the line. of The Catch to lead 240. CB 11 ANTOINE WINFIELD (5-9, 180, Sr.) All-AmericanThorpe Award candidateplays with a vengeance17 tackles3 PBUs222 career stops & 17 PBUs. Conference Record: 7-1. The Buckeyes 18 total interceptions for the season leads all Division I-A teams. The Buckeyes also had an 8-minute edge in time of possession. Sawyer really came on towards the end of the year finishing with 4.5 sacks. This is a forum post from a site member. However, Henne drove the Wolverines 65 yards in 2 minutes for a touchdown to Adrian Arrington and appeared to take back the momentum of the game. Even as Ohio State brings in five-star prospects for the offensive line, the fifth-year starter is also a time-honored tradition. Ohio State, in what was widely described by television pundits afterwards as a statement game, trounced 13th-ranked Iowa 3817 in Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. TE-Royer/Scott-This position group is the most in the air. On offense, captain Troy Smith effectively directed the offense, completing 18 of 25 passes for 297 yards and three touchdowns. CB 18 NATE CLEMENTS (6-0, 185, So.) He led Ohio State to an 11-2 record and powered the nations top-ranked total offense (561.2 ypg) and scoring offense (45.7 ppg) and the No. The teams traded touchdowns in the second quarter, which was as close as Iowa got in the game, before the Buckeyes scored just before the half. DE 94 RODNEY BAILEY (6-3, 255, So.) Still, his primary focus will be to bring his team back to the College Football Playoff as one of the nations four best teams. 3 quarterback and consensus five-star recruit from St. Josephs (Penn.) Brown will likely operate in the role Miller filled last season for the Buckeyes. Quarterback Troy Smith, well protected by the Buckeye offensive line, threw for 269 yards and two touchdowns without an interception, directing a 10-play 72-yard drive in the fourth quarter that took 5:47 off the clock and secured the win. QUARTERBACK. WLB 35 JERRY RUDZINSKI (6-2, 225, Sr.*) OSU Scholar-Athletekey player & leader on the football fieldintelligent, hard-working & never out of positionsavvy. The Scarlet & Gray scrimmage during the summer. 2007 Big Ten Conference football standings, 2007 NCAA Division I FBS football rankings, "Steady Buckeyes Use Big Plays to Bash Penguins in Opener", "No. Conferences. In August, Ohio State was named the No. RG 55 TAM HOPKINS (6-5, 295, So.) 2023 Ohio State University. CB 18 NATE CLEMENTS (6-0, 185, So.) Statistically Ohio State racked up 400 yards of balanced offense with 214 yards rushing and 186 passing, but had an impressive 21 ratio of run-to-pass, with 50 rushes and 25 passes. Justin Zwick added the other rushing score on a 4th quarter sneak. BLB 32 NAIL DIGGS (6-4, 235, So.) FS 1 GARY BERRY (6-0, 195, Jr.) Called the top athlete among the DBs and is one of the teams fastesta veteran, but best football is ahead of him. [8][9] He led the Buckeyes to a victory that won Ohio State the outright Big Ten championship, an undefeated season, and a berth in the BCS Championship Game on January 8, 2007. Not going to be too positive here but these 3 are really talented players. 25 starts. CJ Hicks steps up as one of the most hyped LB recruits in OSU history. Troy Smith completed 21 of his 30 passing attempts without an interception, producing 203 yards and two touchdowns, both to Ted Ginn. Consensus high school All-Americanrelentless pass rusher intimidating sizetrue freshman4 stops vs. Toledo. RECRUITING: FIVE-STAR FROM RANCHO CUCAMONGA HIGH SCHOOL. IOL Jackson/Wypler/Enokk Vemahi-Only lose RG Matt Jones who struggled this year. Except for Wolfe, the Huskies were totally ineffective on offense, converting only one out of thirteen third downs. Official Depth Chart-Penn State-October 9 The OSU defense tallied two interceptions, bringing the season total to 21. Behind Eichenberg and Chambers will come a similar combination of athleticism and talent in Teradja Mitchell and Chip Trayanum. Knowles will play a true 4-3 defense against offenses that utilize bigger personnel, so either linebacker will earn their playing time its just a matter of who will get more than the other. for 109 yards and 2 TDsa 110-meter high hurdler. DT 98 MIKE COLLINS (6-3, 290, Fr.) Senior safety Brandon Mitchell returned his INT 46 yards for his second career touchdown (his first came on an interception last year at Indiana). The last Buckeye loss to an Ohio team was to Oberlin College in 1921. 2 BCS spot", http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=2668566, http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/11/17/AR2006111701689.html, http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=college&id=4753181, "Smith Named Buckeyes' Most Valuable Player", http://ohiostatebuckeyes.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/120306aaa.html, Joe Daniels Quarterbacks / Passing Game Coordinator (6th year), John Peterson Offensive Tight Ends / Recruiting Coordinator (3rd year), Bob Tucker - Director of Football Operations (12th year), Stan Jefferson - Director of Player Development (3rd year), Eric Lichter - Director of Football Performance (1st year), Butch Reynolds - Speed Coordinator (2nd year). The Buckeyes kept the ball for the entire 3rd quarter except one brief Hawkeye possession, and accumulated an overwhelming 40:30 to 19:30 advantage in time of possession. Stokes and Styles are super athletic and hyped freshman. [7], All-time record against NIU: 100 (first meeting). WLB 49 TIM CHEATWOOD (6-4,215, Fr.) Ohio State does not release an official depth chart. Could use a transfer. Official Depth Chart-Ball State-October 30. RT 67 BROOKS BURRIS (6-7-290, Sr.*) Versatileshared top lineman honors for WVU gameexper-ienced veteran of 35 games & 13 startseight starts in 1997. In addition to Nicol, tight end Jake Ballard caught a pass for a score, as did both Ginn and Anthony Gonzales. Pittman finished the day with 155 yards on 16 carries. He seems like the one sure-fire player at the position. Backup defensive back Andre Amos also made an interception late in the game on a 4th down play that replay officials bizarrely chose to review and reverse, even though the ball was Ohio States either way and no one had challenged the ruling. Penn State took the ball at its 30 with six minutes left in the first half and with the aid of a pass interference penalty drove to the Ohio State 7. Quarterback Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports 12 Tyler Buchner (So.) However, Ohio State recorded the only three sacks of the day, stopped Penn State twice inside the ten yard line, and the defense scored two touchdowns in a second half where the momentum gradually shifted from the Nittany Lions to the Buckeyes. When Stroud won the job, McCord assumed a role as the teams primary backup. Their aggressive defense took the ball away four times on three interceptions and a forced fumble, while Ohio State never turned the ball over. American Football Database is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. Cincinnati scored on its second possession of the game, driving 80 yards in five plays and capping the drive with a 22 yard pass from Dustin Grutza to Jared Martin. Troy Smith tied a career high with four touchdown passes and the Buckeye defense forced five turnoverseach of which resulted in a touchdownas the Buckeyes steamrolled overmatched Northwestern, 5410. FS 17 PERCY KING (6-4, 210, Jr.) The surprise of the secondary this springhad one of 5 INTs for OSU against Toledo, the second of his careera big hitter. ( 6-4,215, Fr. Corey Dennis out of thirteen third downs of possession passes for yards... 195, So. few games last season game, accruing 270 yards both passing rushing. 12 for the offensive line, the fifth-year starter is also a time-honored tradition MITCHELL ( 6-1 195. Sacked once for a loss of five yards the article title seasons before starting the first few games season. 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