Audio: Clair Crawford talks Ohio State and NFL Draft on The Bill King Show
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Script Ohio’s Clair Crawford talks Joey Bosa, Ezekiel Elliott, Braxton Miller and where Ohio State’s draftees will end up this weekend. She also broke down some youngsters on the Ohio State roster and where they stand heading into the 2016 season.

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Spring breakout player: Ohio State Buckeyes
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Given all the candidates emerging just from one position, it hardly even seems fair to just pick one of the up-and-coming Buckeyes at wide receiver as the spring standout. But given Mack's age and the fact that he should have been getting ready for ...
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2016 NFL Draft Guide: Ohio State Buckeyes to watch
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After leading the Buckeyes to the College Football Playoff National Championship in 2014, Elliott followed up his MVP performance with an 1,821-yard, 23-touchdown season in 2015. Elliott surpassed the 100-yard mark in all but one of the Buckeyes' games ...
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Ohio State Buckeye Moments: Tyvis Powell
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The NFL Draft is right around the corner and over the next few days, the staff here at The Buckeye Battle Cry want to share with you our favorite Buckeye Moments from the draft eligible players from the Ohio State program.

Today, we look at safety Tyvis Powell. The Luke Fickell recruit that put his stamp on Ohio State football, by being a timely tackler and a game-sealer when it came down to the wire.

Here are my five top moments during Powell’s Ohio State career.


January 12, 2015 — “Defensive MVP” vs. Oregon in the CFP National Championship


Every time Ohio State needed Tyvis Powell on the biggest stage — he showed up for Ohio State when they needed him to make big plays. The CFP National Championship defensive MVP had a team-leading nine tackles against the Ducks and played a huge role in keeping Marcus Mariota in check.


September 26, 2015 — “The Man from Bedford Got His Hands On It” against Western Michigan


In the grand scheme of Tyvis Powell’s career, this blocked field goal might not mean a lot. Yet, I think it’s important to add to his biggest moments, because it shows just how diverse of a player he was while at Ohio State.

The block came at a key time of the game as well, with Ohio State leading by a touchdown, and Western Michigan building momentum offensively.


April 17, 2015 — “Cardale, I am your Father” at the OSU Spring Game


As entertaining as Powell has been on the field during his collegiate career, Ohio State fans will remember him for his entertainment off the field as well. That speaks volumes to the type of person that #23 is.

And what we learned during his time at Ohio State is that he is a great father figure..


January 21, 2015 — “Game Ending Interception” vs Alabama in the CFP’s Sugar Bowl


Does it get better than picking off Alabama in the Sugar Bowl to advance in to the national championship? Nah Nah Nah Nah Hey Hey Hey — Goodbye!


November 30, 2013 — “No Soup For Hoke” vs. That Team Up North


My love for Tyvis Powell grew to epic proportion this beautiful fall day in November, when Tyvis Powell denied Brady Hoke of defeated Ohio State. The former TTUN big man stepped up to the all you can eat buffet and get his hand smacked for putting his elbows on the table.

If you think that Joey Bosa is the king of planting Michigan quarterbacks, you’ve got another thing coming when you see this clip. Tyvis Powell planted Devin Gardner into the turf and took all of his will without even touching the man.

Tyvis, I love you for this.

Thank you for all the great plays, great promos, and love for the Ohio State University. You’re definitely one of a kind.



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CHICAGO (WCMH)–The NFL Draft begins Thursday, and 14 former Ohio State Buckeye football players are waiting anxiously to see what their future holds. Joey Bosa, Eli Apple, Ezekiel Elliott, Darron Lee and Taylor Decker earned invitations to the draft, ...
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Script Ohio: Ohio State NFL Draft Preview Show
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Joe Dexter and Clair Crawford are joined by Chip Minnich of Men of the Scarlet and Gray and Athlon Sports to preview tonight’s first round of the NFL Draft — through the eyes of Ohio State fans.

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Heard Around the ‘Shoe – 4-28-2016 (Draft Day Edition)
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Men of the Scarlet and Gray Podcast Bosa Is Not Top 8 Draft Pick
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This week Ryan Rosko an editor for factoryofsadness.co joins us to discuss the Ohio State
Buckeyes in the draft along with the Cleveland Browns.

We discuss that Ryan doesn’t feel Joey Bosa is a Top 8 draft
pick. The reasons why the Cleveland Browns need to stay away from
Cardale Jones. Can the Buckeyes get 6 players drafted in the first
round of the NFL Draft to tie Miami who set the record in
2004. There was also talk about Eli Apple to the Steelers.

Chip gave us his wish list of the Browns picking Michael Thomas
and Nick Vannett along with giving Chase Farris a shot. Shannon
gives his dream scenario of the Browns drafting Joey Bosa, Michael
Thomas and Cardale Jones. Ryan wishes the Browns don’t trade out of
the 8th spot and taking Ezekiel Elliott.





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Ohio State Buckeye Moments: Eli Apple
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The NFL Draft is right around the corner and over the next few days, the staff here at The Buckeye Battle Cry want to share with you our favorite Buckeye Moments from the draft eligible players from the Ohio State program.

Today, we look at cornerback Eli Apple. The Voorhees Township, NJ native developed into a very nice cover corner for Ohio State.

Here are my five top moments during Apples’ Ohio State career.

5. October 25, 2014 – The “Forced Fumble” vs. Penn State


In a tight ‘white-out’ game, Eli came up with big hit late in the 3rd period on a swing pass to force a fumble. Although the Nittany Lions retained possession, this was another bit hit in an evening of physical play. Ohio State went on to win in double overtime. The play occurs at the 1:41:50 mark in the video, below.






4. September 15, 2015 – “INT and Return” vs. Northern Illinois


Ohio State was struggling offensively against NIU, hen Eli momentarily stopped the bleeding with an interception and return to give the Buckeye defense a bit of needed rest. The play occurs at the :46 mark in the video, below.




3. September 7, 2015 – “The Fumble Recovery” vs. Virginia Tech


In the “Revenge Game” against Virginia Tech, Eli recovered a fumble to thwart a Hokie drive. On the next play, Braxton Miller unleashed his Xbox move on his 53 yard TD run. The play occurs at the 1:43:12 mark on the video, below.




2. January 1, 2015 – “The Breakup” vs. Alabama, National Playoff Game


Alabama was desperately trying to get the tieing touchdown in the game. With :15 remaining in the game, Eli made a nice play to break up a long corner route. Tyvis Powell makes the game-saving interception on the next play. The play occurs at the 28:23 mark in the video, below.




1. January 12, 2015 – “The Pass Breakup” vs. Oregon, National Championship Game


Ohio State was leading Oregon 21-17 well into the 3rd quarter, but the Ducks were driving for a go-ahead touchdown. Oregon QB tried to loop a pass over the head of the OSU secondary to his tight end , but Eli Apple made a timely push the receiver out of bound for the incomplete pass. Oregon settled for a field goal; the last point they would score in the game. The play occurs at the 28:23 mark in the video, below.


Well done, Eli, well done. And thank you.

What are your favorite Eli Apple moments? Share your thoughts below and stay tuned for more in the Ohio State Moments series throughout the week leading to the NFL Draft.

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Five-star Ohio State commit to play in Army Bowl contest
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One of the nations best prospects, Shaun Wade, will be showcasing his skills in a familiar event.

Wade named Army All-American


Class of 2017 CB Shaun Wade (Jacksonville, Fla. / Trinity Christian Academy), the Buckeyes' second highest graded pledge in the class, will be headed to the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas to take part in the annual Army All-American game. The contest will feature many of the best prospects in the entire 2017 recruiting class and of course, other current Buckeye commits.



The five-star defensive back joined Haskell Garrett, Jake Moretti and Josh Myers as the current Ohio State pledges to announce their intentions to perform in the Lone Star State one last time before heading off to college. Where that ultimately will be, for Wade specifically, is the big question mark.

The 6 foot 1 inch, 177-pounder has recently been the topic of conversation as far as how committed he may be to Head Coach Urban Meyer and the Buckeyes. Likely because of 247Sports writers Luke Stampini and Hank South casted Crystal Ball predictions that had Wade heading to Alabama to strap the pads for Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide.

Bucks take over latest ESPN300


On Wednesday, ESPN released their latest 2017 rankings and it was an Ohio State takeover. The Buckeyes lead all programs with the most prospects

Leading the charge was the aforementioned Shaun Wade, who you can find at No. 13 on the list. Wade barely missed five-star status for ESPN. Drop three spots to 16th on the list and you'll find 6 foot 6 inches, 290-pounder Josh Myers (Miamisburg, Ohio / Miamisburg). It should come as no surprise that these two are the highest ranked Buckeye commits. The only debate could be which order they would be placed in.

Inside the Top 100, you will come across safety Isaiah Pryor (Bradenton, Fla. / IMG Academy) at No. 46 and J.K. Dobbins of La Grange, Texas / La Grange) twelve spots lower at No. 58. Right outside of the Top 100 was defensive tackle Haskell Garrett. The 6 foot 2 inch, 298-pounder missed the mark by just eight spots and ultimately winded up at 108th on the list.

Cornerback Marcus Williamson (Bradenton, Fla. / IMG Academy) and offensive lineman Jake Moretti (Arvada, Colo. / Pomona) are right next to one another, as the Ohio State pledges are 121st and 124th respectively. Not far off from those two would be defensive tackle Jerron Cage (Cincinnati / Winton Woods), who came in at No. 136.

Finally, Todd Sibley -- who widely seems to be headed elsewhere sooner rather than later -- and Brendon White (Powell, Ohio / Olentangy Liberty) round out the list for the Buckeyes as Sibley is ESPN's 165th best prospect and White is pegged at 218th among all 2017 prospects.

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NFL Draft profile: Jalin Marshall, Ohio State Buckeyes
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Ohio State's Jalin Marshall hugs Urban Meyer as the team arrives at Ohio Stadium before a game against Michigan State on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015, in Columbus. David Jablonski/Staff. Related. View Larger · NFL Draft profile: Jalin Marshall, Ohio State ...

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Crimson Tide may take back seat to Buckeyes in this year's draft
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Urban Meyer's Buckeyes could provide as many as six first-round picks, which would mean cornerback Eli Apple and former Ridgeland High School safety Vonn Bell joining the projected locks: defensive end Joey Bosa, running back Ezekiel Elliott ...

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Haubeil and Buckeyes have a plan
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Bonanza of Buckeyes expected in NFL draft's first round
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For the Buckeyes, the NFL draft will be a three-night infomercial, beginning at 8 this evening. Ohio State is expected to threaten Miami's record for the most players selected in the first round (six in 2004) and match its own mark for the most players ...
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Caught in the Draft: Where will the Buckeyes go?
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NFL Draft profile: Braxton Miller, Ohio State Buckeyes
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Candice Lee, Jerod Smalley behind the scenes as Buckeyes prepare for NFL Draft
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Joey Bosa, Eli Apple, Ezekiel Elliott, Darron Lee and Taylor Decker earned invitations to the draft, meaning they are likely to be selected in the first round. Twenty-five total players were invited along with 10 current NCAA head coaches. NBC4 sports ...


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Robson, Buckeyes beat Raiders, 4-1
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The Buckeyes (6-11, 2-9 Tri-Valley Conference Ohio Division) had a golden opportunity to break a 1-1 tie in the bottom of the fifth with a single, double, wild pitch and hit batter. No runs would cross home plate however. River Valley catcher Austin ...


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Bosa knows it will take more than a solid resume and strong bloodlines - his father was a first-round selection by Miami in 1987, his brother will be a Buckeye this season - to make a mark in the NFL. He recently signed his first endorsement deal with ...
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Ohio State Buckeye Moments: Joey Bosa
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The NFL Draft is right around the corner and over the next few days, the staff here at The Buckeye Battle Cry want to share with you our favorite Buckeye Moments from the draft eligible players leaving the Ohio State program.

Welcome everyone as I am here to give you the top 5 Buckeye moments of Joey Bosa. Joey Bosa will go down as one of the most popular Buckeyes of all time, and not to mention he’s one of the best defensive players to ever play for Ohio State as well.

Joey Bosa was a 5 star recruit from St. Thomas Aquinas (FL) high school. He was the 1st recruit in Urban Meyer’s 1st recruiting class to send in his letter of intent on national signing day. It just went to show how much Bosa wanted to play for Meyer and Ohio State.

Bosa’s career at Ohio State was a very memorable one. His stats might not jump out at you, but there is no denying his unbelievable talent. Teams would have to develop their game plan around Bosa, and he was constantly double teamed with blocks. He was a consensus all american in 2014 and 2015. His career stats are 148 tackles, 51 tackles for loss, and 26 sacks. He forced 6 fumbles, recovered 2, and had 1 career INT.

When I went to find his top 5 Buckeye moments, I wanted to have fun with it, like we all know Bosa would. Without further delay, here they are.

5. “The Shrug” vs OSU Opponents


:: (Its a simple celebration, that we now all love to do)





4. October 25, 2014 – “The Game Ender” vs Penn State


During the 2014 season Ohio State made the trip to Happy Valley to face Penn State. With Ohio State holding a 7 point lead in double OT, Penn St faced a 4th and 6 needing a 1st down to keep the game going. That’s when Mr Bosa decided to end it.




3. November 28, 2015 – “The Interception” vs TTUN


Joey Bosa is a freak athlete. We all know his talent. This next play took place in Ann Arbor and it just shows what Bosa is capable of.




2. December 6, 2014 – “The Scoop-N-Score” vs Wisconsin, B1G Championship Game


The 2014 Big 10 Championship game was a must win for Ohio State. Little did anyone know (even us Buckeye fans) how bad Ohio State would destroy Wisconsin. One of the big highlights of the game was this play.




1. November 28, 2015 – “The Sack” vs TTUN


If you don’t know by now I have great dislike for ttun. I love nothing more than beating them and beating them badly. So my favorite play from the game in Ann Arbor this past season is my #1 highlight for Joey Bosa


They’re still trying to get Jake Rudock (ttun QB) out of the turf

So there you have it everyone. My top 5 Buckeye moments for Joey Bosa. I’m sure there are more, but I love these 5.



Till the next time, Chill!

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The Hurry Up: Wide Receiver Crush Wednesday as the Buckeyes Extend New Offers in Multiple Classes
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He's had a little bit of discussion with the Buckeyes and says he'll make his way to Columbus this June and camp with Ohio State. "Im going up (to Ohio State) in June for a visit," Scates said. "They wanted me to come to their spring game, but I had a ...


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How many Ohio State Buckeyes will get drafted?
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Buckeyes take Chicago
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Ohio State has five draft invitees in Chicago, and today the group came together one last time for the NFL's Play 60 event that took place in the city before tomorrow night's draft. The five in attendance, OL Taylor Decker , RB Ezekiel Elliott, CB Eli ...


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Caught in the Draft: Where will the Buckeyes go?
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It's Draft Day, so here's a little something to cheer up Browns fans: A review of all of the Browns' first- and second-round draft picks from 2007 to 2015. I chose this period because the core of any current NFL team should come from its players with three to nine years experience (2007 to 2013 drafts), with the younger players (2014 and 2015 drafts) developing behind them.

The Browns made an incredible 24 selections in the first two rounds (12 first, 12 second) over the nine-year period, and fully half of them have been utter and complete busts. Only eight of those draftees are still with the team, five of whom have arrived in the past two drafts.

Draft Choice	NFL Draft	Round	Pick #	Grade	Comments
OT Joe Thomas (Wisconsin)	2007	1	3	A+	First ballot Hall of Famer; one of the top 5 Browns players of all time
QB Brady Quinn (Notre Dame)	2007	1	22	F	3-9 record as a starter, 66.8 passer efficiency rating; lasted only 3 years in CLE
DB Eric Wright (UNLV)	2007	2	53	C	A decent player who started 55 games in 4 years in CLE; recorded 9 interceptions
OC Alex Mack (California)	2009	1	21	A-	A borderline great player who made the Pro Bowl 3 times in 7 seasons in CLE
WR Brian Robiskie (Ohio State)	2009	2	36	F	The Browns finally draft a Buckeye, and he's a colossal bust: 39 recs, 441 yds, 3 TDs in 3 seasons in CLE
WR Mohamed Massaquoi (Georgia)	2009	2	50	D	Concussions shortened his career, but he wasn't all that great when healthy; 118 recs, 1745 yds, 7 TDs, in 4 years in CLE
LB David Veikune (Hawaii)	2009	2	52	F	A monumental bust even by Browns' standards: he had no tackles during his lone season in CLE
CB Joe Haden (Florida)	2010	1	7	B+	Not the lock-down corner that most Browns fans imagine, but still a solid selection; 19 INTs in 7 seasons in CLE
DB T.J. Ward (Oregon)	2010	2	38	B	A decent player; undersized and immature; after 4 years in CLE (5 INTs), seems to have found a home in DEN
RB Montario Hardesty (Tennessee)	2010	2	59	F	A ridiculous pick; entered the NFL as damaged goods, basically never played: 23 games, 537 yds, TD in 4 years in CLE
DT Phil Taylor (Baylor)	2011	1	21	D	Fat and out-of-shape; character issues in college; barely an impact in 4 seasons in CLE: 109 tackles, 7 sacks
DE Jabaal Sheard (Pittsburgh)	2011	2	37	B-	Was never going to be the elite edge rusher that Browns hoped for, but a solid 2nd round pick; 23 sacks in 4 years in CLE
WR Greg Little (North Carolina)	2011	2	59	D	College RB with character issues and stone hands; much worse than his stats: 155 rec, 1821 yds, 8 TDs in 3 years in CLE
RB Trent Richardson (Alabama)	2012	1	3	F	Slow, overweight, no vision, no desire; stats very misleading: 1055 yds (62.1 ypg, 3.5 ypc), 11 TDs in 17 games in CLE
QB Brandon Weeden (Oklahoma State)	2012	1	22	F	All the physical tools, but absolutely no feel for the position; 5-15 record, 71.8 passer efficiency in 2 years in CLE
OL Mitchell Schwartz (California)	2012	2	37	B	A solid offensive lineman with a definite upward trajectory; unfortunately left in free agency before 2016 season
WR Josh Gordon (Baylor)	2012	2	sup	INC	In 2013, had 3rd best receiving season in NFL history (117.6 ypg), but played only 5 games since due to drug suspensions
LB Barkevious Mingo (Louisiana State)	2013	1	6	F	Nice, well-spoken, possible future in broadcasting ... maybe as soon as this year; 102 tackles, 7 sacks in 3 seasons in CLE
DB Justin Gilbert (Oklahoma State)	2014	1	8	F	Character, attitude, motor, desire issues galore, just a tremendous slouch; 33 tackles, one INT in 23 games in CLE
QB Johnny Manziel (Texas A+M)	2014	1	22	F	Not drafted to be a starting QB, drafted to be a circus clown show; in that light, maybe he was an A+ selection
OL Joel Bitonio (Nevada)	2014	2	35	B-	Starting LG benefited from playing between Pro Bowlers Joe Thomas and Alex Mack; possible mainstay on Browns' OL
DT Danny Shelton (Washington)	2015	1	12	INC	Has done very little thru 2 seasons (95 tackles, 1.5 sacks) except jumping on the pile; looks good in a skirt, though
OL Cameron Erving (Florida State)	2015	1	19	F	Weak and un-athletic; missed many assignments; this mega-bust was dumped for a 5th rounder after just 2 years
LB Nate Orchard (Utah)	2015	2	51	INC	After a decent rookie campaign (36 tackles, 3 sacks, INT, FF); played only 3 games in 2016 due to injury
WR Corey Coleman (Baylor)	2016	1	15	INC	Browns fell in love with his speed, ignored his bad hands, injury history, homesickness. 33 rec, 413 yds, 3 TD as rookie
DE Emmanuel Ogbah (Oklahoma State)	2016	2	32	INC	Showed flashes, with 53 tackles, 6 sacks, 3 batted passes in 2016. Is he a mainstay or a role player?
DE Myles Garrett (Texas A+M)	2017	1	1	INC	Consensus #1 player in the draft. Will likely get run over by an RTA bus while chasing hookers down West 65th Street
ATH Jabroni Peppers (scUM)	2017	1	25	F	This is an "F" waiting to happen, so why wait?
TE David Njoku (Miami)	2017	1	29	INC	Young, athletic, lack of production - probably overdrafted
QB Deshone Kizer (Notre Dame)	2017	2	52	INC	Possible starter as a rookie

If we assign numbers to the letter grades (A+ = 4.33; A = 4.00; A- = 3.67, etc), then the Browns' twenty-four first- and second-round draft picks from 2007 to 2015 received 27.67 total points (INCs not rated), for an average grade of 1.38 (which translates to a D+). It's no wonder that the Browns have consistently been the worst franchise in the NFL.