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Better Know a Buckeye: Sam Greer’s Massive NFL-Ready Size Could Allow Him to Be Next Prototypical Left Tackle at Ohio State​

Scouting Report​

While the Buckeyes have had some problems consistently landing pure offensive tackle prospects in past cycles, Greer is the exact archetype one would look for as a prospect at the position.

At 6-foot-7 and 335 pounds, Greer possesses not only the size but also the violence, strength, and quick hands to dominate opposing defensive linemen. Greer's quickness allows him to get to the second level with ease as a run blocker while he’s also an excellent pass blocker.

His initial punch and quickness off the line give him the initial leverage, while his hand-fighting ability, size, wide base and combativeness allow him to block all types of defensive linemen, no matter their strength(s).

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Depth Chart Outlook​

While most offensive linemen need a season or two of development and strength training before they are ready to contribute regularly at the collegiate level, Greer has the size and physical attributes to contend for immediate playing time. That said, with Ohio State returning four of five starters on the offensive line, including left tackle Austin Siereveld, the top of the depth chart is close to being locked in heading into the 2026 season.

Greer can continue to develop his game while adding muscle to his already elite size, as he will likely start his Ohio State career as either the second- or third-string left tackle. Then, he will compete with tackles such as Carter Lowe to take over for Siereveld and solidify the left side of the offensive line in his second season as a Buckeye in 2027.

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Ohio State is No. 1 in the initial 2026 SP+ rankings.

An advanced metric created by ESPN's Bill Connelly, SP+ is a tempo- and opponent-adjusted measure of college football efficiency. In the preseason, Connelly uses four factors to rank teams, each weighted by its predictive power: returning production, recent history, recent recruiting and "coaching change effects."

Despite the departure of future top-10 picks Arvell Reese, Sonny Styles, Caleb Downs and Carnell Tate from the 2025 roster, Ohio State still ranks No. 1 entering 2026, possessing the No. 2 offense, No. 1 defense and No. 67 special teams. Here's a look at the complete top 10:

SP+ TOP 10
Ohio State's offense is anchored by three stars with significant production: Heisman finalist quarterback Julian Sayin, All-Big Ten running back Bo Jackson and unanimous All-American wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. The Buckeyes also return veteran pass-catcher Brandon Inniss and one of the most experienced offensive lines in college football, with Austin Siereveld, Luke Montgomery, Carson Hinzman and Phillip Daniels.

The Buckeyes' defense lost almost all of its production from last season. Reese, Styles and Downs are off to the NFL, as are Kayden McDonald, Caden Curry, Davison Igbinosun and Lorenzo Styles Jr. Still, Matt Patricia's defense ranks No. 1 in SP+ — and by a wide margin. Ohio State’s 8.8 defensive rating is 3.7 points better than No. 2 LSU’s 12.5, indicating Connelly's metrics believe in transfer additions like defensive tackles James Smith and John Walker, linebacker Christian Alliegro and defensive backs Earl Little Jr. and Terry Moore, among others.
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ORD_Buckeye said:

Ohio State has been pretty straightforward in complying with the SCOTUS decision on affirmative action. I'd be shocked if they were trying to get around it. What this probably is is the DOJ acting on complaints from white applicants who were rejected, and in their minds since there were obviously some black and brown people accepted into that class, they just couldn't conceive of the possibility that those black and brown applicants just might have been stronger.

Unless the DOJ is simply looking for sacrificial lambs (and that's a possibility) then simply comparing the application portfolio of accepted black and brown applicants to those of rejected white applicants should cover things.

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I doubt OSU would act inconsistently with the SCOTUS decision either. But I also doubt that facts matter to the current leaders of the justice department with high profile cases like this one. If they send you a letter and announce it on social media, they’ve probably decided to make an example of you. I would be preparing to go to the mattresses.

CincyInterloper said:

Cincinnati has a climatic advantage due to its southern location in the state.

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I do believe that they have a recruiting advantage by being in a conference that is overwhelmingly warm weather.

I remember years past getting locked out of my car in West Lafayette at a Ohio State/Purdue game* and had to get a cop to unlock my car.

* It was the game where Mike Tomczak forgot the down and purposely threw the ball away to stop the clock on 4th down.

He used some flat rod. It looked something like this:



Seriously, does anyone know if this actually works?

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Jagdaddy said:

To a degree. I like Joe Burrow, but I didn't need to see him win a Heisman and natty when we were robbed of a chance to stop it.

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I hear you, but it wasn’t like he was going to see that same success at OSU. He may have the year after Haskins left, but that would also mean OSU misses out on Fields and has Burrow for one season.
But it did suck not getting a chance to meet him in the Nc

JohnnyCockfight said:

The ESPN article links to a local news story, and the pictures and video of the SUV show it to be untouched on the top and passenger side of the vehicle. Those articles do not make clear an important detail, however, that may exonerate Woods. It was a 2 car crash - so it could have possibly been someone else's fault (not where I'd place my money). One of the articles mentions that Woods agreed to a breathalyzer but not a urine test. This could be pain killer / prescription drug use gone awry again.

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You’d be surprised. The Hummer that nearly hit us rolled 2.5 times at about 70 mph and didn’t have visible damage, although a Range Rover might not be as durable. Follow up info. does suggest that didn’t happen here, however.

Ohio State has been pretty straightforward in complying with the SCOTUS decision on affirmative action. I'd be shocked if they were trying to get around it. What this probably is is the DOJ acting on complaints from white applicants who were rejected, and in their minds since there were obviously some black and brown people accepted into that class, they just couldn't conceive of the possibility that those black and brown applicants just might have been stronger.

Unless the DOJ is simply looking for sacrificial lambs (and that's a possibility) then simply comparing the application portfolio of accepted black and brown applicants to those of rejected white applicants should cover things.

JohnnyCockfight said:

The ESPN article links to a local news story, and the pictures and video of the SUV show it to be untouched on the top and passenger side of the vehicle. Those articles do not make clear an important detail, however, that may exonerate Woods. It was a 2 car crash - so it could have possibly been someone else's fault (not where I'd place my money). One of the articles mentions that Woods agreed to a breathalyzer but not a urine test. This could be pain killer / prescription drug use gone awry again.

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Reportedly, he was speeding on a residential road close to his home. He tried to pass another vehicle, clipped it, and rolled over. Apparently nobody was actually hurt. He was arrested and charged with a DUI. He scored a ZERO on the breathalyzer and refused to submit a urine test. The police can hold him for 8 hours. They are trying to determine just what he was under the "influence" of.

Tiger's SUV can be seen on it's side in the photo:



Just sayin': It's not like he can't afford a chauffer. At this point in his life Tiger should just limit his driving to a "one wood".

ScriptOhio said:

Just sayin': It's always nice to see a former scUM player "take a swipe" at scUM......

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“If I was going to come back to college, I wanted to be in an offense where I was going to be able to evolve my all-around game.”

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This is a big indictment against Tony Alford's coaching.

Jagdaddy said:

It could have rolled a couple of times before ending up on its side. That’s what happened to the barrel rolling Hummer H2 that damn near took me and my wife out about 20 years ago.

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The ESPN article links to a local news story, and the pictures and video of the SUV show it to be untouched on the top and passenger side of the vehicle. Those articles do not make clear an important detail, however, that may exonerate Woods. It was a 2 car crash - so it could have possibly been someone else's fault (not where I'd place my money). One of the articles mentions that Woods agreed to a breathalyzer but not a urine test. This could be pain killer / prescription drug use gone awry again.

JohnnyCockfight said:

It doesn't seem real. Another rollover crash? He is going to get someone killed, whether it's himself or another. It will be interesting to see what the speed limit is - wouldn't be surprised if it's 25 mph from looking at the local news video of the crash scene. If so, how fast would he have been going to end up on his side? And how do you end up on the side of a Range Rover without it rolling all the way over?

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It could have rolled a couple of times before ending up on its side. That’s what happened to the barrel rolling Hummer H2 that damn near took me and my wife out about 20 years ago.

Tomateaux Quinoa Gumbeaux said:

That means BP is a reputable source now.

That in mind:

TOMATOES BELONG IN GUMBO!!!!!

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AI has been compromised.

George Gervin should have filed for the Iceman trademark decades ago. Especially after having one of the greatest posters of all time.

BuckBackHome said:

Tiger Woods involved in Florida rollover crash

Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover crash in Jupiter Island, Florida, on Friday, according to the Martin County Sheriff's Office. No details about the cause of the crash or Woods' condition were immediately released.

www.espn.com

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It doesn't seem real. Another rollover crash? He is going to get someone killed, whether it's himself or another. It will be interesting to see what the speed limit is - wouldn't be surprised if it's 25 mph from looking at the local news video of the crash scene. If so, how fast would he have been going to end up on his side? And how do you end up on the side of a Range Rover without it rolling all the way over?