Dienhart: Here’s my 2016 All-Big Ten Undrafted Team
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Many good Big Ten players were selected in the 2016 NFL draft. There were 47 of them, to be exact. But many more never heard their name called. In fact, you could make a pretty good team from the undrafted Big Ten players. [ MORE: See which undrafted Big Ten players inked rookie free-agent deals ] Check it out. And count on many of these guys making rosters as undrafted players. BTN.com All-Undrafted Team OFFENSE QB Joel Stave, Wisconsin (Vikings) RB Josh Ferguson, Illinois (Colts) RB Brandon Ross, Maryland (Vikings) WR Geronimo Allison, Illinois (Packers) WR Alex Erickson, Wisconsin (Bengals)

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Script Ohio: Did Tyvis Powell and Jalin Marshall Make the Right Decision to Leave Ohio State?
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Joe Dexter and Clair Crawford discuss day two and three of the NFL Draft and the selections of Michael Thomas, Vonn Bell, Braxton Miller, Adolphus Washington, Cardale Jones, and Nick Vannett.

Plus,they both discuss if Jalin Marshall and Tyvis Powell made the right decision to leave Ohio State.

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Post Spring Game Shuffle: Quarterback and Running Backs
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As we all inch closer toward the Regular Season, all the excitement and buzz surrounds the annual Scarlet Vs. Gray Spring Game. This is normally the time of the year where the entire roster receives a chance to “control their destiny”. This is the time for the relative unknowns to display their talent to a raucous crowd within the confines of The Shoe. It is a time for the young Buckeyes to show their coaches what they can bring to the table, whether it is as a starter, part-time starter or a rotation player, the time is now for them to put on a show for all to enjoy. Whether you are a die-hard Buckeye fan or a fan of another team, this will be a spectacle to enjoy and see. The future should be as bright as the sun and for the non-Buckeye fans, prepare to get scorched and pan-seared because this years team, albeit young and replacing a bevy of starters, should be their normally dangerous selves by the time the fall rolls around. Here is an in-depth look at our future Buckeye Football Team.

The Return of J.T. Barrett:

It has been a poorly kept secret, but… Although we had endured through a mass exodus at the Quarterback position, we still managed to retain one of the previous “Big Three”. That is a huge plus as the Buckeyes look to move forward with the heir apparent to the Buckeyes’ Quarterback Throne. J.T. Barrett or better known as Just Touchdowns Barrett chose to stay for at least one more season to lead the Buckeyes this fall through the grueling 2017 College Football Schedule, with road games at Oklahoma, at Wisconsin, at Penn State, at Maryland and at Michigan State. His experience on the road and as a starter would help ease the transition with this years offensive line, skill players and playmakers.

Barrett possesses big game experience and that is a major plus for the team. Barrett’s poise under pressure and familiarization with the offensive scheme will be the determining factor. After getting the starting nod from Coach Meyer after week 8 due to the sloppy play from former starter Cardale Jones. Let’s just say that the offense started humming and thoroughly destroyed the hapless Rutgers team at Piscataway. The team responded and huddled around J.T. Barrett and delivered their most resounding and prettiest win in recent memory. I expect this years offense to do the same, although it may take some time to adjust to the new personnel.

Barrett had somewhat of a hard time this spring with all of the more experienced players on the mend due to injuries suffered last season. Noah Brown (Broken Leg), Corey Brown (Broken Leg) and Curtis Samuel (Broken Foot) all chose to rest their bodies this time around, but don’t think that they won’t be huge factors for the Buckeyes this fall. They will be leaned on heavily for their experience during key moments and stretches of the season. Barrett finished the spring game 13 of 22 for no touchdowns and two interceptions. No need to push that worry button through, this is by no means any indication of what is in store for us this fall. He will revert back to the form and player that we all know and love.

Battle for #2:

Joey Burrow and Stephen Collier have been dueling for the designation as the backup quarterback at Ohio State. The spring game was used as a platform to audition for that role on the team. Burrow had the slight edge over Collier throughout the spring workouts and scrimmages. Now after the spring game, he extended his lead and he might have secured the starting role. Burrow led the Scarlett team over Barrett and Collier’s Grey team to a 28-17 victory. Burrow finished 14 of 23 for 196 yards and 3 touchdowns and a single interception to a leaping Jerome Baker. Burrow showed the poise and precision and even touch on his throws and Coach Meyer and company couldn’t be any happier. Collier finished 4 of 9 for 154 yards and an interception. Although the numbers were decent for Collier, it wasn’t as productive as Burrows day and for that Burrow secured the backup spot, for now. We all know that the Buckeyes are deep at just about every position and with the pending arrival of Dwayne Haskins, you can never count any Buckeye out. An opportunity will arise and whoever is in line will take full advantage of the opportunity.

Conclusion:

So to conclude, the future at Quarterback is in good hands and is very bright. Once J.T. Barrett moves on, Burrow and Collier will surely step up and keep the tradition going. With Haskins from the 2016 Class and Clark from 2017 and potentially other Quarterback targets such as current Texas A & M commit Tate Martell (Arizona) and current Baylor commit Kellen Mond (Florida) constantly coming up inside of recruiting circles close to the Buckeyes, I think we will be set and that we are in good hands for years to come.

Saying Goodbye to a Legend:

After the stunning loss to Michigan State last season, Ezekiel Elliot let the coaching staff and the world that he wanted more carries to lead his team to victory. That did not happen and after the game he stated that there was no way that he would be coming back for another season in the Scarlet and Gray. Although disappointing, I feel that everything happens for a reason and Elliot got what he wanted and consistently ran down opposing defenses throats to cap his final season off as a Buckeye. Although he would be sorely missed, I feel that the current crop of Running Backs at Ohio State have the talent to carry the tradition of the bruising Running Back. Let’s look over the many options that the Buckeyes hope to unleash this season.

Baby ‘Los Running Wild:

Saying goodbye to Zeke was tough, but what better way to replace a legend with a Running Back who has the same body type and play style like another former Buckeye great, Carlos Hyde. Baby ‘Los or Mike Weber is better known for nearly flipping to TTUN in what was simply a misunderstanding between both parties as a former coach bolted for the NFL. That is done and over with and now we have this young and hungry Running Back who shined during the spring game. Weber finished with 38 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns inside of the red zone. He was quick, ran with determination and he ran with the power that we had grown accustomed to with Carlos Hyde. He currently is in a battle for the starting gig with upperclassman and our next player.

Five Star Redemption:

The stress of being a highly touted recruit, a Five Star Recruit as a matter of fact can be very difficult. Brionte’ Dunn was a player similar to previous players like Curtis Grant who never could live up to the hype. That is not by any means a slight to Dunn. He was slotted to be the lead back after Warren Ball transferred out. Dunn can be a solid back as previously seen during mop-up duty. He runs with authority, runs with power and is determined to reach pay dirt. The problem? He played behind Running Backs like Daniel “Boom” Herron, Carlos Hyde and Ezekiel Elliot. That is some tough sledding for a player who was so highly regarded in high school, but he stayed because he bought in and he will most like be in the rotation throughout the year. Whether it’s on spot duty or when games are out of hand look for him to follow the same path as fellow Five Star Curtis Grant. Although he suffered an injury to his ankle during spring practice, he was unable to suit up for the spring game. Regardless if he played or not, I feel that he will earn some snaps and opportunities.

Early Enrollee Turning Heads:

Being able to participate in the spring game not only gives you a head up on the competition, it gives you a chance to learn the playbook and earn a few snaps. It also gives you valuable face time with your peers and your coaches. Antonio Williams flipped his Wisconsin commitment and signed on with the Buckeyes late into the 2016 recruiting cycle. I couldn’t find any stats but I don’t think he did too bad. He is a true freshman and it will come with time. But in the classroom he is doing it the way it is supposed to be. Although he didn’t burst into the scene, he has made a positive impression on the coaching staff. I think Williams will earn some snaps sporadically throughout the season. He just has to be patient and trust the coaches and the process.

Conclusion:

I think Weber will earn the starting nod. He showed that he is game ready and capable. Dunn will be the second Running Back and Williams will work until he earns the playing time he craves. It is no slight to the player. I wish there were enough carries to go around but none of these Running Backs will back down.




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Heard Around the ‘Shoe – 5-2-2016
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Ten Questions with Ohio State Women’s Tennis Coach Melissa A. Schaub
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Interview concluded: 04/28/16.

First let’s congratulate The Ohio State University Women’s Tennis Team in their victory in the Big 10 Tournament. They are BIG Champions! And they defeated TTUN 4-2 Sunday May 1st in East Lansing. They are now the automatic bid for the Big 10 in the NCAA Championships.

I am so proud to introduce to tBBC and our loyal base – along with all of Buckeye Nation their Head Coach – Melissa A. Schaub. Ever since Melissa’s presence in the leadership role of the Women’s Tennis Team – The Buckeyes have progressively improved – and as we see – are on a march for greatness. Melissa deserves credit for this. I am appreciative that she took a moment in her busy schedule – especially during the Big Ten Tournaments to answer my Ten Questions. It was exceptionally kind of her.

tBBC: After five seasons on the coaching staff of Middle Tennessee before returning home, so to say, being a Lexington, Ohio native, in order to join The Ohio State University staff – what was the motivational key that triggered your choice for the Buckeyes, and was it sentimental in your unheralded, or perhaps it was heralded, return to Central Ohio?

Schaub: I don’t think it was really a hard decision. I have always been and always will be a Buckeye at heart. I grew up surrounded by Ohio State fans and definitely was one myself. To have the opportunity to come back here and Coach for this athletic department seemed like a no-brainer. I think the decision was sentimental, in a way. I take pride in where I grew up — I love that I come from a small town in Ohio. I think that’s what makes Ohio State so special. It is built on a working mentality, a “school of the people”. That is something that I love being a part of, the feeling that you are doing all of this for something that the entire state is getting behind. That is extremely special!

tBBC: In your collegiate playing days at the University of Tennessee you were ranked as high as # 2 nationally in doubles. Can you help us understand the dedication that is needed in such a noticeable achievement?

Schaub: We were a good team that year. I had the chance to play alongside one of the best players in college tennis. She was older than me and more experienced. Her work ethic and determination rubbed off on me really early on. We were really good friends and wanted to do whatever we could for each other and our team. Leading in to that, I had always loved doubles. My dad has a club in Lexington. I remember being young and if there was an odd number in any adult doubles league, he would get me to fill in. I learned a lot about doubles during those times. I understood how to play doubles from not only my dad but also from the adults in Lexington that had to put up with me being the 8th player sometimes in their league. Ha.

tBBC: As a freshmen at the University of Tennessee, you were an All-American and 2nd team All-SEC, finishing out the year ranked 6th nationally. Did you ever imagine such a quick and promising ride when you left Lexington High School?

Schaub: I was lucky to have a good freshman year. I was able to stay healthy. I think that I went into college prepared. I worked very hard and pushed myself to be as ready as I could be going into that freshman campaign. The Idea that I was playing for my school, teammates, coaches — that was the motivating factor. College tennis was the greatest, and I had people around me every day that were pushing me. That’s what it’s all about. It makes the long hours and the commitment that it takes well worth it.

tBBC: This year thus far the Women’s Tennis team for the Buckeyes has set the program record in wins – you are 21-2 with 4 matches remaining on the schedule and the Big Ten Tournament is looming in the very near future as well. How proud are you of this team, and can you take a look into your crystal ball and share with us the outcome by May 1st?

Schaub: I am incredibly proud. This team is very special. They have bought into the process and worked tirelessly to have the season that we are having right now. I don’t know what is going to happen in the future, but I know that we are willing to put in the work, and more importantly than anything else, they have the belief that big things can happen. What I am most proud about, is that this team does things the right way. They take care of their work in the classroom, in the community, and are good kids.

tBBC: I believe that every Buckeye, student, teacher, coach, or employee, has that special spot on campus they seek for either quiet personal reflection, or positive interaction. Is there such a spot for you, and if so – where is it?

I would say the Oval. Whenever I am on campus, especially on a nice day, all of the students are out walking around, reading a book, playing Frisbee. It seems like such a happy place where everyone is having such a good time and experience in school.

tBBC: Who is your favorite athlete of all-time — it can be anyone from any era — from the Ohio State University?

Schaub: Archie Griffin – of course!

tBBC: What is the best advice you ever received pertaining to playing or coaching and did you follow the advice?

Schaub: I was given advice about coaching early on “no one cares how much you know until they know how much you care”. It is very important to me, as a coach, for my players to know that I have their backs. We are a family.

tBBC: Coaches love promoting their programs, speaking of their stars and their unnoticed weapons – is there anything you’d love to share with Buckeye Nation in reference to your phenomenal team?

Schaub: I am just so proud of this team. They do things the right way and they are one of the best TEAMS that I have ever been around or part of. The four juniors now, Ferny (Angeles Paz), Miho (Kowase), Sandy (Niehaus), and Gaby (De Santis) are truly the heart of the team. They came into an unranked program and now have led us to a Big Ten Title. We have five kids from Ohio. Sandy Niehaus, Niki Flower, Andrea Ballinger, Francesca Dilorenzo, and Anna Sanford — they will do anything for the Buckeyes and truly are Buckeyes for life.

tBBC: Your brother Ty played tennis for the Buckeyes. Your sister Courtney played for Cumberland University. Your father Ron played for Ohio University. You being a Volunteer of Tennessee are there ever any playful pride extensions at the Schaub family gatherings?

Schaub: Haha, we definitely are a tennis family. My mom keeps us all sane. Things would get competitive growing up for sure. My dad would be the one egging it on though (and then eventually pull us off the court, oops). He loved it! I think we all just love the sport of tennis and what we have been given because of it. Now, it is the best support anyone could ask for. I am following along all of my brothers matches at University of San Diego and I know he is doing the same. My sister is one of our biggest fans. The family support just means so much, especially because we all get it — what it’s like to be involved at this level.

tBBC: Could you share with your fellow Buckeyes why you love The Ohio State University and what it means to you to be a Buckeye?

Schaub: How could you not love it? When I think about getting the ultimate college experience, Ohio State is what I think of. You have an entire state that gets behind you. Ohio State has the largest alumni base in the WORLD. There are Buckeyes everywhere. I don’t think I have ever been to another state where I haven’t gotten at least an O-H! from a few different people. Everyone that is a part of this university, knows what a special place it is. I couldn’t be happier or more proud to call myself a BUCKEYE!

Thank you again Coach Schaub for your time. It is appreciated. The fact that you took time out to answer my questions during your march for The BIG Ten Championship shows your unselfishness in the small gesture of allowing your fans a glimpse into your world. You undoubtedly are proud of your Team’s accomplishments – as is Buckeye Nation. I feel you deserve the credit for these successes because great talent often wavers without guidance and leadership – of which you have proven in your delivery since arriving at The Ohio State University. Congratulations again …. And in your march through the NCAA Tournaments I hope you drop by to give us an update and to share some thoughts with all of Buckeye Nation. We look forward to further success for the Women’s Tennis Team here at The Ohio State University.

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Ohio State's NFL Draft success impresses top recruits
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After a dominating the NFL Draft, future and potential Buckeyes are excited to see what the former OSU standouts put together on the next level.

For many football fans this past weekend was a national holiday. With all eyes on the NFL Draft, one college fan base walked away from the seven rounds feeling rather impressed with how their team did in Chicago.

While plenty of schools heard their players names called, stealing the show was one of the top programs in the Big Ten. From Thursday through Saturday evening, Urban Meyer's Ohio State Buckeyes had 12 of their former standouts selected to suit up for a NFL squad.

Watching their childhood dreams turn into reality, Joey Bosa, Ezekiel Elliott, Eli Apple, Taylor Decker, Darron Lee, Michael Thomas, Vonn Bell, Adolphus Washington, Braxton Miller, Nick Vannett, Joshua Perry and Cardale Jones were all picked to continue their playing days on the professional level.

The aforementioned players might not ever suit up in the Scarlet and Gray again, but they are still helping the Buckeyes. Keeping tabs on the draft, many top prospects from around the country had the chance to see that the guidance of Urban Meyer, and crew could potentially lead them to walking across the stage and shaking Roger Goodell's hand.

Want to know what some future and potential Ohio State standouts think about Ohio State's NFL draft success? Land-Grant Holy Land caught up with the following prospects and grabbed their opinion on the Buckeyes fantastic weekend in Chicago:

Future Buckeye WR Binjimen Victor

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Future Buckeye OL Malcolm Pridgeon

Future Buckeye DB Jahsen Wint

2017 OSU commit OLB Antjuan Simmons

2017 OL Joel Honigford

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2018 DB Benjamin Sapp

2018 OL Emil Ekiyor

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NFL Draft: Ohio State Buckeyes have 12 players selected
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Ohio State defensive back Vonn Bell was one of 12 Buckeyes players selected during this weekend's NFL Draft. Posted: Monday, May 2, 2016 12:00 am. NFL Draft: Now trending? Buckeyes, winners, quarterbacks By BARRY WILNER/AP Pro Football Writer ...

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Hoosiers finish home season with series win over Buckeyes
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On a weekend dedicated to celebrating IU's seniors, the veterans provided some late-game heroics to help the Hoosiers take two out of three games from No. 25 Ohio State. IU (26-23, 8-12) secured its first series win since sweeping Iowa in late March ...


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OSU Women’s Tennis Big 10 Champions
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The 5th ranked Buckeyes women’s tennis team won its first Big Ten Tournament title defeating the 11th ranked TTUN , 4-2, in the title match Sunday (May 1st) in East Lansing. The Buckeyes, the outright Big Ten regular season champions, are now 28-2 this season and have won their last 13 matches.

“This is such a good feeling right now,” Melissa Schaub, Ohio State head coach, said. “I am so proud of the team and what they have accomplished. Today is the reason why you put in all of the long hours. For them to get to run out and celebrate is a feeling they will never forget. They deserve this.”

Ohio State receives the league’s automatic bid into the NCAA Championship. The field will be announced at 5 p.m. Tuesday on NCAA.com. The Buckeyes will be making the 13th NCAA appearance in program history and the third in a row.

The Buckeyes and Wolverines faced off inside. The Buckeyes clinched the doubles point with a tiebreaker win on court two after the teams split the matches on courts one and three. In singles, Ohio State’s Anna Sanford and Olivia Sneed won in straight sets for a 3-0 Buckeye advantage. TTUN claimed the next two matches to cut Ohio State’s lead to one (3-2). Over at court one, Francesca Di Lorenzo, who had won the first set, prevailed in a second set tiebreaker to clinch the team title

In doubles, TTUN’s 16th-ranked duo of Brienne Minor and Mira Ruder-Hook posted a 6-0 win on court one over the Buckeyes’ No. 8-ranked team of Sanford and junior Miho Kowase. On court three, Buckeyes sophomore Olivia Sneed and Di Lorenzo won 6-2 over Ronit Yurovsky and Teona Velehorschi.
On court two, Buckeye juniors Sandy Niehaus and Gabriella De Santis, ranked 56th, prevailed in a tiebreaker, 7-6 (5) to give the Buckeyes the doubles point. The Buckeye duo is 11-0 this spring.

Sanford, ranked 110th, put the Buckeyes up 2-0, post No. 65-ranked Fahey, 6-3, 6-0, on court two. No. 111 Sneed was next off, topping Velehorschi in straight sets, 6-2, 6-2, for a 3-0 Buckeye lead.

TTUN won the next two matches to draw within one. On court four, Alex Najarian topped Kowase, 6-2, 6-4, ending Kowase’s winning streak at 17. On court five, junior Ferny Angeles Pazlost to Ruder-Hook, 6-3, 6-2.

On court one against No. 16-ranked Yurovsky, No. 5 Di Lorenzo won the first set, 6-2. Yurovsky came from behind in the second and the set went to a tiebreaker. The Buckeye freshman prevailed in the tiebreaker, 7-3, to clinch the match and the Buckeyes’ championship. Di Lorenzo was the leader for the Buckeyes in wins: 33. This is the second-ever wins in a season in program history.

On court three, De Santis gathered momentum after dropping the first set against No. 18-ranked Minor to force a third. Play was stopped with the third set tied at two.

Ohio State was making its third appearance in the Big Ten Tournament final. The Buckeyes lost to Northwestern in the 2004 campaign and TTUN last year.
Michigan vs Ohio State

May 01, 2016 at East Lansing, Mich.
(MSU Indoor Tennis Facility)
#5 Ohio State 4, #11 Michigan 2

Singles competition

1. #5 Francesca Di Lorenzo (OSU) def. #16 Ronit Yurovsky (UM) 6-2, 7-6 (7-3)

2. #110 Anna Sanford (OSU) def. #65 Kate Fahey (UM) 6-3, 6-0

3. #106 Gabriella De Santis (OSU) vs. #18 Brienne Minor (UM) 2-6, 6-4, 2-2, unfinished

4. Alex Najarian (UM) def. Miho Kowase (OSU) 6-2, 6-4

5. Mira Ruder-Hook (UM) def. Ferny Angeles Paz (OSU) 6-3, 6-2

6. #111 Olivia Sneed (OSU) def. Teona Velehorschi (UM) 6-2, 6-2
Doubles competition

1. #16 Brienne Minor/Mira Ruder-Hook (UM) def. #8 Anna Sanford/Miho Kowase (OSU) 6-0

2. #56 Sandy Niehaus/Gabriella De Santis (OSU) def. Kate Fahey/Alex Najarian (UM) 7-6 (7-5)

3. Olivia Sneed/Francesca Di Lorenzo (OSU) def. Ronit Yurovsky/Teona Velehorschi (UM) 6-2

BE PROUD! We are The Ohio State University …. The 2015-16 Women’s Tennis Team and Coach Melissa A. Schaub are the recipients too, of our glory.

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NFL teams introduce 2016 Big Ten first-round draft picks
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The NFL draft is a whirlwind for top prospects. [ MORE: Former Big Ten names ink undrafted free-agent deals ] Not only do a majority of them travel to the draft, to be in the green room, but they’re typically introduced in their new home city the following day. The Big Ten had six players in Chicago on Thursday night, and all of them were taken in the first round, including four former Ohio State stars in the top 10. Ohio State defensive lineman Joey Bosa went No. 3 to pace the Big Ten’s 47 selections, second only to the

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Ohio State men, women win Big Ten tennis tournaments
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It was a great day for the Ohio State tennis programs Sunday, as the men's team won its 11th Big Ten tournament and the women's team claimed its first.

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One fun fact for every Big Ten team from 2016 NFL Draft
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Big Ten football teams have storied pasts, so it’s no surprise that many of them boast impressive NFL draft resumes. [ MORE: Round 1 Big Ten picks | Rounds 2-3 | Rounds 4-7 ] Like, for example, did you know that three (Michigan, Michigan State, Nebraska) of the five schools to have at least one draft pick in each of the last 50 drafts reside in the Big Ten? Or, that Nebraska is the only program with multiple selections in every draft during the modern era? Check out some fun Big Ten nuggets following the 2016 NFL Draft, held Thursday-Saturday

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Chase Farris, Jalin Marshall, and Tyvis Powell sign Undrafted Free Agent Deals
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Every player that was draft eligible for the Ohio State Buckeyes, has landed on an NFL team before the start of training camp.

Urban Meyer, who had 12 players drafted to their respected teams by the end of the weekend, is all smiles after three others signed contracts to work their way onto a team as undrafted free agents.

After the final selection of the 2016 NFL Draft on Saturday night, wide receiver Jalin Marshall signed on to join former Buckeye Devin Smith and fellow Buckeye teammate Darron Lee as a member of the Jets.

He figures to be the under receiver to compliment his former teammate that has been dangerous his whole football career at going over the top of defenses.

Safety Tyvis Powell will look to etch his name into the “Legion of Boom”in Seattle. He’ll join teammate Nick Vannett and our MaliBuckeye in The Emerald City, after leaving Ohio State a year early. Anyone that is willing to judge him for taking off from Columbus too soon, doesn’t know the full story. Powell has already secured his degree from The Ohio State University. Now, he’ll further his football education under Pete Carroll and secondary coach Andre Curtis.

You know those two tackle spots that Ohio State needs to replace before the start of the 2016 campaign? Taylor Decker and Chase Farris leave some big shoes to fill in Columbus. They’ll both be taking their clodhoppers to Detroit, as members of the Detroit Lions.

Farris is a prospect that has been under the radar during the draft process, but a fair amount of teams have shown interest. The senior lineman who proved to be versatile during his time in Columbus, was not invited to the NFL Combine. Yet, he did hold personal workouts for several teams during the process.

Decker and Riley Reiff will probably start at tackle for the Lions in 2016, but there will be fierce competition for playing time and the backup roles at each spot. Farris should get a good shot at making the Lions roster.

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Ohio State baseball completes sweep of Purdue with 5-1 win
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The Buckeye bats erupted late and the bullpen kept the Boilermakers in check to secure the sweep in West Lafayette.

It took a little while for Ohio State's bats to wake up on Sunday, but five runs in the late innings were enough to secure a 5-1 win and a much-needed series sweep over Purdue in West Lafayette.

The Buckeyes slipped just above the .500 mark in Big Ten play at 8-7, and have put themselves in position to make a run at a Big Ten tournament berth in the regular season's final three weekends.

A two-run double from junior center fielder Troy Montgomery in the seventh and a two-run single by junior catcher Jalen Washington in the eighth gave Ohio State what it needed to withstand a Boilermaker squad that, despite falling to 2-16 in the conference, played a tough series.


It was a collective effort kind of day for the Ohio State pitching staff, as five different arms took to the bump. Starter Adam Niemeyer lasted only two innings. The redshirt sophomore didn't look like his usual self, hitting three of the ten batters he faced, but worked out of situations with runners in scoring position to keep Purdue off the board.

Fellow redshirt sophomore Austin Woodby, who allowed the only run of the day for the Buckeyes, senior Daulton Mosbarger, sophomore Seth Kinker, senior Michael Horejsei, and redshirt sophomore Kyle Michalik all followed Niemeyer, combining to hold Purdue's lineup in check. Kinker got the win, his fourth of the season.

The Boilermakers' Shane Bryant brought his swing and miss stuff to the ballpark, racking up a career-high nine strikeouts in his five innings of work. The senior right-hander limited the Buckeyes to three hits and a walk in a scoreless effort, but was failed by a bullpen that yielded all five runs on six hits in a collective four innings by four different arms.

For the third straight game, Purdue scored first. A single, walk, and sacrifice bunt against Woodby put two runners in scoring position with one out in the bottom of the third, and designated hitter Daniel Sander delivered a sacrifice fly to bring home Kyle Johnson for a 1-0 lead that wouldn't budge for another four innings.

The long drought for Ohio State ended in the top of the seventh when Craig Nennig ripped a one-out double off the wall in left, Washington drew a walk, and Montgomery delivered the two-run double to make it a 2-1 game.

The Buckeyes added another in the top of the eighth to take a 3-1 lead. Ronnie Dawson doubled and Nick Sergakis singled to put runners on the corners with nobody out. A chopper off the bat of Troy Kuhn, who had a quality 3-for-5 day, plated Dawson, and a throwing error by Duncan McKinnon allowed Sergakis to slide in safely at second.

A Nenning walk loaded the bases and Washington stepped in to deliver a two-run single and extend the lead to 5-1.


The Boilermakers were limited to just four runs in the series, as Ohio State's pitching staff really stepped up.

The Buckeyes will now host UAB in a two-game midweek series on Tuesday and Wednesday in Columbus before Iowa comes in for what is setting up to be a crucial Big Ten weekend series.

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Which Ohio State Buckeyes could get picked in the 2017 NFL Draft?
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After a record breaking 2016 NFL Draft, we take a very early look at the 2017 draft class.

12 members of the 2015 Ohio State Buckeyes were selected in the 2016 NFL Draft. With multiple underclassmen departing, there will not be as many seniors and redshirt juniors to declare for the 2017 NFL Draft. Here, we breakdown the seniors, the underclassmen who should (will) enter the 2017 draft and the ones on the fence.

The seniors


Pat Elflein: Pat Elflein was the lone, draft-eligible and draftable underclassman who decided to come back for his senior year. Elflein has played in every game for the Buckeyes since 2013. He played guard the past two seasons; however, he will be playing center this season, shoring up the middle of the offensive line and making the calls. The two-time first team All-Big Ten selection will be one of the better interior linemen in college football next season, and should be the first Buckeye to have his named called in the 2017 NFL Draft.

Early projection: 1st-2nd round

Corey Smith: Corey Smith has had an up-and-down career in Columbus. He arrived out of junior college, redshirted in 2013, got playing time in the receiver rotation in 2014 and then broke his leg in 2015 after sitting out the first game of the season due to a suspension. Smith was granted a sixth year of eligibility and is more of a special teams ace than a playmaker on offense. The 6'0", 190 lb wideout will get a camp invite due to his ability to make plays on special teams, comparable to Evan Spencer.

Early projection: UDFA

Cameron Johnston: The Aussie had the chance to turn pro and enter the 2016 NFL Draft, but he decided to come back for his senior year. This is only his third year of playing organized football , after growing up playing Australian Rules Football. Johnston has had 146 punts downed inside the opponents 20-yard line and only 14 of his 155 career punts have resulted in a touchback. If Johnston has a strong year, he may get his name called late in the third day, but he will most likely be picked up as a priority undrafted free agent.

Early projection: UDFA

Dontre Wilson: Wilson arrived at Ohio State with a ton of hype as Urban Meyer's first Buckeye recruit to play the H-back position. After a decent freshman campaign, he has dealt with a nagging foot injury which has kept him off the field the past two seasons. Due to Wilson's lack of size, breakaway speed and big play potential, it is unlikely that Wilson will get selected. Hopefully, If Wilson can stay healthy, he should get signed as an undrafted free agent.

Early projection: UDFA

Underclassmen who should declare


Raekwon McMillan: McMillan is the next great linebacker to come out of Ohio State and he is a safer NFL prospect than the recently drafted Darron Lee or Joshua Perry. The former 5-star recruit has seen significant action since his freshman season and started every game as a sophomore, leading the Buckeyes in total tackles (119) in 2015. McMillan is instinctive and a true three-down linebacker, who will be the number one middle linebacker selected if he declares.

Early projection: 85% chance he declares for the NFL Draft

J.T. Barrett: Barrett has great pocket presence, accuracy and decision making skills which would make him a viable NFL option, but he lacks NFL arm strength and appropriate size to make him a top quarterback selection. If Barrett bounces back from a tough 2015 season, he could get the NFL buzz that Russell Wilson received at Wisconsin and leave for the NFL. If the two-time captain heads to the NFL, he will be selected in the third or fourth round.

Early projection: 70% chance he enters for the NFL Draft

Underclassmen who could declare


Gareon Conley: Conley will be the No. 1 corner on the 2016 team and if he has a significant development, like Eli Apple, he has the length and man-coverage background to impress NFL scouts. Conley will get his chance to match-up against the opponents top wideouts and make plays as a junior. Not to mention, he will have a former NFL head coach, Greg Schiano, on his case throughout the season. The 6'0", 190 lb corner has the talent and the experience to bolt to the NFL early.

Early projection: 60% chance he declares for the NFL Draft

Tyquan Lewis: It wasn't the No. 3 overall selection in the 2016 NFL Draft, Joey Bosa, who led the 2015 team in sacks, it was Tyquan Lewis. Lewis had a monster 2015 campaign; totaling 54 tackles, 14 tackles-for-loss and eight sacks. With Bosa's departure, Lewis will be the focal point on the defensive line and he will receive his share of double teams. With a couple of highly regarded defensive end recruits on their way to Columbus, Lewis may decide to test the NFL waters if he has another monster 2016 season and declare for the 2017 NFL Draft.

Early projection: 55% chance he declares for the NFL Draft

Curtis Samuel: The Brooklyn Swiss Army Knife was labeled as a "Top 5 playmaker" on last year's loaded roster. Samuel has played H-back, receiver and running back at Ohio State and is a big play waiting to happen. With multiple key departures on the perimeter and in the backfield, the 2016 season is Samuel's time to shine. He could lead the Buckeyes in total touchdowns, receptions and 20-plus yard rushes, and head to the NFL with his stock at its peak.

Early projection: 55% chance he declares for the NFL Draft

Marcus Baugh: We all know the up-and-down career that Marcus Baugh has had at Ohio State; however, he is extremely talented and has NFL size and potential. The 6'5", 255 lb tight end was the de-facto No. 2 blocking tight end last season and with the departure of Nick Vannett, he will get his chance to shine in 2016. If the spring game showed anything significant, it is that Baugh will be a bigger part of the offense. Say Baugh leads the team in touchdown receptions, the fourth-year junior may be enticed to leave.

Early projection: 45% chance he declares for the NFL Draft

Billy Price: The fourth-year junior enters 2016 as a two-year starter at guard, where he has been a key piece of their dominant run game. The former freshman All-American is one of the most athletic and strongest linemen in the conference. If the Buckeye run game continues to succeed without Ezekiel Elliott, Price's stock will be at an all-time high and he may take his size (6'4", 315 lbs) and strength to the NFL.

Early projection: 45% chance he declares for the NFL Draft

Underclassmen who could but aren't ready to declare


The following players have yet to see significant playing time at Ohio State, but they have the NFL size and talent to make the leap if they have a great 2016 campaign:

Jamarco Jones: Jones has played sparingly during his first two years at Ohio State and has the left tackle position locked up for 2016. Although there is a slim chance of him bolting after one-year as a starter, it's possible.

Early projection: 90% chance he stays in school

Noah Brown: Coming off of a broken leg, Brown should be the No. 1 outside receiver in 2016. He has the size and physicality that could catch the eyes of NFL scouts.

Early projection: 80% chance he stays in school

Sam Hubbard: Hubbard has a chance to become an every-down, dominant defensive end at Ohio State. Hubbard is a phenomenal athlete and has transformed his body to become a full-time starter in 2016. Hubbard has flashed playmaking ability and the ability to get to the quarterback, which would make him an enticing NFL prospect.

Early projection: 80% chance he stays in school

Jalyn Holmes: Holmes arrived at Ohio State as a highly touted recruit in 2014. He got playing time on the national championship team, but lost out on the starting defensive end position in 2015 to Lewis. Holmes will be in the defensive end rotation with Lewis, Hubbard, Rashod Berry, Jonathon Cooper and Nick Bosa, which may force him out at the end of the season. Holmes has the length (6'5") that NFL scouts salivate over and has the potential to become a great pass rusher.

Early projection: 70% chance he stays in school

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See which undrafted Big Ten names inked rookie free-agent deals
Brent Yarina, BTN.com Senior Editor via Big Ten Network

Forty-seven former Big Ten stars were selected in the 2016 NFL Draft, held Thursday-Saturday in Chicago. What about the familiar names who went undrafted? [ MORE: Round 1 Big Ten picks | Rounds 2-3 | Rounds 4-7 ] Well, many of them spent Saturday night and Sunday morning finalizing rookie free-agent deals. See the reported deals thus far below. ILLINOIS School has not reported any signings. *** INDIANA School has not reported any signings. *** IOWA TE Henry Krieger-Coble, Denver Broncos DB Jordan Lomax, Los Angeles Rams WR Tevaun Smith, Indianapolis Colts OL Jordan Walsh, Atlanta Falcons It's all about

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Watch Cardale Jones tear off his shirt to celebrate the Bills drafting him
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Cardale Jones is pretty much the greatest.

Yeah, a vocal, pointed group of Ohio State fans won't shy away from criticizing the lack of consistency during his victory lap season with the Buckeyes, but the guy is undefeated as a starter, undefeated on social media, and one of the easiest to root for OSU football players in recent memory.

On top of his Big Ten, Sugar Bowl, and national championships, Cardale's never one to shy away from giving us moments to celebrate. And boy did he ever have one Saturday.

After having a two day wait to hear his name called and his ascension to the NFL complete, a friend or acquaintance of the newest member of the Buffalo Bills captured this amazing, hilarious celebration that's perfectly Cardale in just about every way:



The fun didn't stop there. One of his boys chased him down to make sure they celebrated his dreams coming true in style:



12 Gauge will be missed in Columbus, for sure.

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Ohio State football | Powell, Marshall, Farris find NFL homes - Columbus Dispatch
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Ohio State football | Powell, Marshall, Farris find NFL homes
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Powell played as a nickel cornerback as a redshirt sophomore and then started for two seasons as a safety for the Buckeyes. His career included some of the most memorable plays in recent Buckeye history. His interception of Michigan's two-point ...
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Watch Cardale Jones react to being drafted by Buffalo Bills
Brent Yarina, BTN.com Senior Editor via Big Ten Network

Cardale Jones was one of 12 Ohio State players drafted in the 2016 NFL Draft. Jones heard his name called Saturday when the Buffalo Bills tabbed the 2014 national championship quarterback in the fourth round. One could say Jones was excited to see his dream realized. I mean, he does rip his shirt into two pieces. Watch Jones react to being selected in the video at the top of this post.Filed under: Uncategorized Tagged: Big Ten Pros, Gone Viral, NFL Draft

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