NFL Draft: Thursday’s opening round all about the Buckeyes
Tom Dienhart, BTN.com Senior Writer via Big Ten Network

One by one, their names were called. Defensive end Joey Bosa, No. 3 to the Chargers. Running back Ezekiel Elliott, No. 4 to the Cowboys. Cornerback Eli Apple, No. 10 to the Giants. Offensive tackle Taylor Decker, No. 16 to the Lions. Linebacker Darron Lee, No. 20 to the Jets. And on it went for Ohio State on a glorious night. Check it out: Three Buckeyes went in the top 10. The last school to do that was Oklahoma in 2010. Five Buckeyes went in the first 20 picks. The last time that was done was in the 2004 draft

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Five Ohio State Buckeyes taken with top 20 picks of NFL Draft
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The picks kept coming, and the Buckeyes kept going. The New York Giants picked cornerback Eli Apple at No. 10. The Detroit Lions drafted left tackle Taylor Decker, of Vandalia Butler, with the No. 16 pick. Linebacker Darron Lee went to the New York ...

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VIDEO: Interviews with five drafted Buckeyes, and Buckeye fans here at home
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CHICAGO (WCMH)–Defensive end Joey Bosa went three to San Diego and Ezekiel Elliot was next off the board to Dallas at No. 4. Cornerback Eli Apple was taken No. 10 by the New York Giants. Detroit added offensive tackle Taylor Decker at No. 16 and the ...


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NFL Draft: QBs go 1-2, five Buckeyes in top 20
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The Dallas Cowboys made it back-to-back Buckeyes by selecting running back Ezekiel Elliott fourth overall. Florida State cornerback Jalen Ramsey was drafted fifth overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars. "They called me less than a minute after Dallas ...
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The Hurry Up: NCAA Backs Up, Buckeyes See Texas Stars, ESPN Has Ohio State on Top
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The Buckeyes 2017 recruiting class has been lauded across recruiting networks for months as the country's best and yesterday ESPN joined the fray. The "worldwide leader" released their initial 2017 rankings and the Buckeyes are on top, as they are at ...
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Five Buckeyes taken in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft
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CHICAGO – Five Buckeyes were chosen in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Joey Bosa went third to the San Diego Chargers, while the Dallas Cowboys chose Ezekiel Elliott with the fourth pick. Eli Apple was selected by the New York Giants with the ...
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Draft: QBs go 1-2, three Buckeyes in top 10
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The Dallas Cowboys made it back-to-back Buckeyes by selecting running back Ezekiel Elliott fourth overall. Florida State cornerback Jalen Ramsey was drafted fifth overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Baltimore Ravens bolstered their offensive line ...
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Raiders fall to Buckeyes
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio — The River Valley High School baseball team's bid for a season sweep of the Nelsonville-York Buckeyes went down swinging in the sixth inning. That's because the Buckeyes, buoyed by three runs in the frame, broke a 1-1 tie en route ...

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Track Big Ten players selected in tonight’s NFL Draft
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The 2016 NFL Draft is here! The draft kicked off tonight with the first round, while the second and third round will follow on Friday. The draft will conclude with rounds 4-7 on Saturday. Several Big Ten players are expected to be picked tonight in the opening round. Keep an eye on Ohio State tonight as the Buckeyes have already has had five players selected in the top 20. The record for the most players selected in the first round by one school is six by Miami (FL) in 2004. Keep an eye on the draft as we will be

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Ohio State LB Darron Lee will take his playmaking talents to the New York Jets
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A high school quarterback turned All-American linebacker, Lee is the latest Buckeye to fly off the board.

The unanticipated rise of Darron Lee continued Thursday night when the New York Jets selected the Ohio State linebacker with the 20th in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Lee, initially an overlooked member of the Buckeyes' now-famed 2013 recruiting class as a three-star high school quarterback, redshirted his first season on campus before bursting onto the scene during Ohio State's 2014 national championship season.

For his career, Lee nearly totaled as many tackles for loss (27.5) as games played (30). An All-American as a redshirt sophomore in 2015, Lee showed out in his final game, logging seven solo tackles, two sacks, a forced fumble, and a QB hurry in the Buckeyes' Fiesta Bowl victory over Notre Dame.

During his breakout campaign as the replacement for Ryan Shazier (a first round pick of the Pittsburgh Steelers two years ago) in 2014, Lee introduced himself to the college football world with a 61-yard fumble return for a touchdown in Ohio State's season-opening win over Navy. Lee, a native of New Albany, a Columbus suburb, would later garner Defensive MVP honors (seven solo tackles, three tackles for loss, two sacks) in the Scarlet and Gray's Sugar Bowl triumph over Alabama.

Lee dazzled at the NFL Combine, with his 4.43 40 time the fastest among the linebackers present in Indianapolis. Lee's penchant for big plays and his ability to thrive on the edge as a rusher and boundary defender appear to be a recipe for success in the pass-happy NFL. However, something to watch for is whether Lee's high-wire athleticism can help him overcome his overall lack of size at 6'2, 228 pounds and make him an effective run defender.

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Buckeyes beat Lancers, 13-3
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Maiden hit an inside-the-park home run, helping the Buckeyes to a 13-3 win over Federal Hocking on Thursday. The non-league game was played at V.A. Memorial Stadium in Chillicothe. Maiden had three hits, including two singles, as well as two RBIs.


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Ohio State OT Taylor Decker will pave the way for the Detroit Lions
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Taylor Decker will bring nastiness and a championship pedigree to the NFL.

Taylor Decker, the Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year award winner, will bring his ferociousness, physicality and talent to the Detroit Lions, after he was selected 16th overall in the first round.

Decker is an imposing tackle, standing at 6'7 and 310 lbs, with a nasty streak to him. He became a starter as a sophomore at right tackle and transitioned to the blind side for his final two seasons in Columbus, where he was the anchor of the dominant Ohio State offensive line. In 2015, Decker and co. paved the way for Ezekiel Elliott's 1,821 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns. His run blocking is where he will gain instant respect, as the Buckeyes ran behind him when they needed the tough yardage. His pass blocking will need to become more consistent, but Decker is coachable and will constantly improve.

An anonymous scout had to say this about Decker's leadership and toughness, " Just a man's man," said the scout. "Wins you over with his leadership. You could see this guy running for Congress some day. He's like Jon Runyan."

After finishing his career on a high note by bullying the talented Michigan and Notre Dame defensive lines, Decker performed well for someone of his size at the NFL Combine, where he posted a 5.23 40-yard dash, ran 4.76 seconds in the 20-yard shuttle and posted 20 reps on the bench press. He improved at the Ohio State pro day, where he added two additional reps to his bench press total. Decker also spent his draft preparation training at LeCharles Bentley's O-Line Performance, where Bentley is mentoring and training young, successful offensive linemen for the NFL.

Decker does not possess the elite athleticism or arm length to be a cornerstone left tackle; however, he will have a long career as a right tackle and an eventual team captain in the NFL.

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Ohio State CB Eli Apple will be putting receivers on an island with the New York Giants
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Apple will now be locking down receivers at the pro level.

The New York Giants decided to bolster their defense in selecting former Ohio State cornerback Eli Apple with the No. 10 pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. Apple had been mocked in a number of different slots, but ultimately landed with the Giants. Apple should bring immediate help, and his selection only helps Ohio State's case as Defensive Back U.

Apple was one of the first non-senior players to enter the draft when the Buckeyes' season concluded. He really came on strong as a redshirt freshman in 2014, and was a key piece in helping the Buckeyes secure the 2014 College Football Playoff National Championship against the Oregon Ducks. He was named a freshman All-American by both Athlon and Scout.com for his efforts. In 2015, Apple was still a key piece in an Ohio State defense that was stacked with players of pro talent.

The 6'1 corner came in at 199 pounds at the NFL Combine, with an impressive 4.4 official 40-yard dash time. He possesses the speed he needs at the next level, something that scout put a lot of weight into when evaluating defensive backs at the pro level. That, combined with his knowledge of the game makes him a steal for the [TEAM].

Apple has all the tools to become an elite defensive back in the NFL if he reaches his full potential. He couldn't be entering the league at a better time, with good cornerback play seemingly being valued as high as ever, with the league being more and more pass-friendly. Surely the [TEAM] will enjoy having Apple as a part of their defensive unit.

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Watch Cowboys fans freak out about drafting Ezekiel Elliott
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Get ready Dallas, here comes Zeke.

The Dallas Cowboys chose to skip over one of the draft's top prospects in Florida State's Jalen Ramsey to select Ohio State's Ezekiel Elliott with the 4th overall pick of the 2016 NFL Draft on Thursday night. Despite the presence of Darren McFadden and Alfred Morris on the roster, Jerry Jones couldn't pass up Elliott's talent.

The Cowboys are known throughout the league for having an outstanding offensive line, and the idea of putting Elliott behind their nearly insurmountable wall should be a terrifying thought for the rest of the NFC East.

Cowboys fans, for their part, were justifiably excited about their team's newest skill player.


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Buckeyes' Joey Bosa goes No. 3 to Chargers, Ezekiel Elliott No. 4 to Cowboys - Cincinnati.com
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Buckeyes' Joey Bosa goes No. 3 to Chargers, Ezekiel Elliott No. 4 to Cowboys
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NFL Draft blog: Stud Buckeyes taken at No.3 and No.4
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The Buckeyes' standout defensive end is heading to southern California, and this move really was a no-brainer for the Chargers, who have almost nothing to boast about on the defensive side of the ball. Bosa can line up just about anywhere on the ...
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Bob Hunter commentary | Rumblings: Two Buckeyes decide not to check NBA prospects
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In light of that, three recruiting analysts who closely follow the Buckeyes were asked to name three players from the group who could be in the green room waiting to hear their name called in 2019. It was no surprise that defensive lineman Nick Bosa ...


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Ohio State RB Ezekiel Elliott will now tote the rock for the Cowboys
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After a two-year run of dominance with the Buckeyes, look for 'Zeke' to contribute right away in the NFL.

In a surprise to no one, Ezekiel Elliott was the first running back taken off the board in the 2016 NFL Draft, with the Dallas Cowboys selecting the Ohio State junior with the fourth overall selection in Thursday night's first round.

The 6'0, 225-pound Elliott became a star during the Buckeyes' march to the 2014 national championship, racking up 696 rushing yards and eight touchdowns while averaging over nine yards per tote in Ohio State's victories over Wisconsin in the Big Ten Championship Game, Alabama in the Sugar Bowl, and Oregon in the inaugural College Football Playoff title game. In 2015, Elliott gained 1,821 yards and 23 touchdowns on the ground as the linchpin of Urban Meyer's offensive attack, and he finished his career second on the Buckeyes' career rushing list, just one notch below two-time Heisman Trophy winner Archie Griffin.

In the pre-draft process, Elliott quickly emerged as the top available ball carrier, and the St. Louis native solidified that sentiment with strong performances at the NFL Combine (which featured Elliott running a 4.47 40-yard dash) and at Ohio State's pro day (where Elliott flashed his pass catching prowess).

And if Elliott's well-regarded running talents weren't enough, Mr. Crop Top also drew high marks during his career and in the draft evaluation process for his voracious instincts as a blocker. (Just ask Virginia Tech's Deon Clarke or Notre Dame's Sheldon Day.) Elliott's impact in the NFL should be felt immediately, and his profile as a three-down back could keep him on the field in clear passing downs as a rookie. As with any running back who was the bell cow for their college program, durability is a slight concern with Elliott, who logged 653 total touches as a rusher, receiver, and returner during his career in Columbus.

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Ohio State DE Joey Bosa will be racking up sacks and shrugs for the San Diego Chargers
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¯\_(ツ)_/¯ is now the NFL's problem.

After a storied college career at Ohio State, Joey Bosa's wait to join the professional ranks was brief during Thursday night's first round of the 2016 NFL Draft, as the San Diego Chargers selected the junior defensive end with the No. 3 overall pick.

During his final season with the Buckeyes, Bosa notched 16 tackles for loss for a defense that finished second in the nation in scoring defense, fourth in opponents' plays of 20 yards or more, and seventh in defensive S&P+ (adjusted scoring average). For his career, Bosa started 37 of 41 games, registered more tackles for loss than any other college player from 2013-15, and finished in the top five all-time at Ohio State in sacks, sack yardage, tackles for loss, and tackles for loss yardage.

Bosa, a consensus two-time All-American and the Big Ten's Defensive Player of the Year in 2014, becomes the first Buckeyes' defensive lineman to be selected in the first round since Cameron Heyward was picked up by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the 31st pick in the 2011 draft. The 6'5, 269-pound Bosa performed well in the NFL Combine's agility drills, finishing tied for first among defensive linemen in the 20-yard shuttle run and tallying a second-place finish in the 3 cone drill. Bosa drew acclaim for his overall strength, his active hands as a rusher (he forced five fumbles in college), and versatility to shuffle seamlessly between an effective run defender and a problematic pass rusher.

The J.J. Watt comparisons are lazy and unfair, but prudence suggests Bosa -- whose father, John, was taken 16th overall by the Miami Dolphins in 1987 -- will be able to contribute (and perhaps start) from Day 1 in the NFL. Bosa may never be a Defensive Player of the Year, an All-Pro, or even Pro Bowler, but his talent for disruption and adaptable game should pave the way for a long and fruitful NFL career.

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Ohio State in NFL Draft 2016 live updates: Will the Buckeyes break the record for first-round picks?
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We'll be chatting and following live on cleveland.com as the Buckeyes aim for draft history. The record for most first-round picks from one school in one draft was set by Miami in 2004 when six Hurricanes went off the board. There are five Buckeyes in ...
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Buckeyes strut stuff on red carpet
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Draft night is finally here and before the main event gets going at 8 PM EST (ESPN or NFL Network), those invited by the NFL strutted their stuff on the red carpet in Chicago. All five Ohio State players invited, as well as a few coaches, have made ...


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NFL Draft: Buckeyes to Set 1st Round Draft Record? - NFL Mocks
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NFL Draft: Buckeyes to Set 1st Round Draft Record?
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At best, I think the Buckeye's could tie the record set by Miami in 2004 with six first round picks. If the five presumptive picks go as planned, I can see Vonn Bell slipping in and tying the record. Josh Perry used to be a hot name in the 1st round ...
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Ezekiel Elliott wore a crop top tuxedo to the 2016 NFL Draft
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Hero in a half-shirt.

Ezekiel Elliott's never been one to shy away from eyeballs.

Following having his junior season sartorial parade rained on by the NCAA, which banned his signature exposed midriff just after he led Ohio State to a national title with his core exposed, Zeke is glad to be liberated from Mark Emmert and co. and didn't hesitate to get back to who he was on the NFL Draft's red carpet.

You have to see his look for yourself to believe it:


The full look seems to be in the color scheme of a prominent team picking fourth overall. Could EzE wind up a Dallas Cowboy before the night is over and done? His prospective new team certainly approves:


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10 recent Big Ten players who were NFL Draft ‘steals’
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BTN.com writer Sean Merriman offers his top 10 Big Ten NFL Draft steals.

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Buckeyes offer No. 1 prospect in Colorado
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The Ohio State staff continues their recruiting work from coast-to-coast. Today they have reached out to offer a scholarship to a top linebacker from Denver, Col. The Ohio State staff continues their aggressive recruiting and today have offered a ...

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