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jimotis4heisman
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at 6ft 3 215, im glad he has "adequate size"<TABLE cellSpacing=0 borderColorDark=black cellPadding=0 width=430 bgColor=#990000 borderColorLight=gray border=4><TBODY><TR><TD><TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=430 bgColor=#990000 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD><TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=440 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD width=50></TD><TD vAlign=center background=http://graphics.fansonly.com/schools/osu/graphics/osu-mtt-bg.gif> [font=Arial, Helvetica]Nate Salley[/font]</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><TABLE cellSpacing=2 cellPadding=1 width=430 bgColor=#990000 border=0 valign="top"><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=105>
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St. Thomas Aquinas[/font]
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Free Safety[/font]
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Business[/font]
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also greenway is a helluva player, where the two rank i dont know, but both are helluva good linebackers. I also see it interesting that this guy projects hawk as an "inside linebacker"
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BloowdBuck
Employee of tha munf
James Banks of Tenn was kicked off the team months ago. I think he's going to Purdue, or something.
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gregorylee
I'd rather be napping!!
jimotis4heisman said:at 6ft 3 215, im glad he has "adequate size"
also greenway is a helluva player, where the two rank i dont know, but both are helluva good linebackers. I also see it interesting that this guy projects hawk as an "inside linebacker"
No shit, it threw me for a loop when I saw Carp with the honorable mention and no Hawk. Then I had to look up and see him with the inside guys.
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daddyphatsacs
Let the cards fall...
Preseason rankings are about as helpful as a blind man directing traffic. 
Regardless, it's nice to see so many Buckeyes get mentioned by slick Kiper.
Regardless, it's nice to see so many Buckeyes get mentioned by slick Kiper.
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Give him time...good old Mel Diaper Jr. will find a way to get the entire Miami offense and entire Florida State defense in the first round somehow...you know, speed and all 
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cincibuckeyenut
Senior
These rankings have very little to do with how the player is going to play this year and far more to do with measurables and how they measure up for the Pro Level.
I don't know enough about Greenway, but to beat out Hawk and Carpenter in this list, his measurables probably have to be off the charts. And at some point, I bet we see a draft expert like Kiper say that Carpenter is a better pro prospect than Hawk. So be prepared for that too.
I don't know enough about Greenway, but to beat out Hawk and Carpenter in this list, his measurables probably have to be off the charts. And at some point, I bet we see a draft expert like Kiper say that Carpenter is a better pro prospect than Hawk. So be prepared for that too.
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FKAGobucks877
The Most Power-Drunk
Nah, won't happen. Count on it. And there will be other Buckeyes on this list by season's end, as well. Look for stepped up performance from the D-line and O-line in particular. Of course, many of those individuals aren't seniors.cincibuckeyenut said:
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HabaneroBuck
Non-Nike Design
New comments....good stuff.
Dayton Daily News said:
By Chick Ludwig
Dayton Daily News
Centerville's Ryan Hawk received his bachelor's degree in communications from Ohio University on Saturday and is scheduled to work out for the Buffalo Bills today in Orchard Park, N.Y. Best-case scenario: He signs a contract as a non-drafted college free agent. Worst-case scenario: He heads home without a deal and continues exploring his options.
<!-- inset --> Two Canadian Football League teams — Montreal and Hamilton — have contacted Hawk. The Columbus Destroyers of the Arena Football League also are interested. The 6-foot-1, 210-pounder, who transferred from Miami University following the 2001 season, threw for 1,428 yards with 10 TDs and 4 interceptions for the 4-7 Bobcats in 2004.
• "I'm fortunate to have the opportunity to go up there and hopefully show them enough that they'll want to keep me. This is my first NFL tryout that will be off-campus, so it'll be a little different. It could be for a position other than quarterback. I'm open for anything. Whatever it takes to reach it, I'm willing to do it."
• "I told them I played a little receiver when I was at Miami. I know how to run routes just from throwing so much and having to coach my own receivers. So I have a good feel for the position. Offense is something I'd be more comfortable with just because that's all I've done. I could learn (defense), but I would probably be best suited to stay on offense."
• At Ohio U.'s Pro Day on March 16, Hawk ran between 4.52 and 4.58 seconds in the 40-yard dash, nailed a 32-inch vertical jump and bench-pressed 225 pounds 18 times. His agent, Joe Dinda, of Pompano Beach, Fla., calls Hawk "an intelligent, sturdy-built kid with better-than-advertised arm strength who can gain yardage as a runner. He's a gym rat who benefited when the team switched to a pro-style attack from the old triple option."
• "I'm a guy who's used to working hard and somebody who's going to come and be a positive influence. I've been the captain on every team I've been on since the third grade. I really crave having a lot of responsibility. Coaches want a guy who doesn't get in trouble, who does the right thing and influences the team in a positive way. That's what I can bring."
• Hawk was Ben Roethlisberger's roommate at Miami for two seasons (2000, 2001). Big Ben is now the quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers. "We both came in together. He redshirted and I played a little bit. My sophomore year, we split time the first two games and then he won the job outright and I started playing a little receiver. At the end of that season, I decided I wanted to play quarterback full-time. That's when I decided to come to OU."
• "I reached my goal of being a starting quarterback in Division I. To have success at it from time to time is what I wanted. To say I reached every goal would be a lie, but to say that I reached some of them was definitely true. That's better than most people."
• "I'm real happy for Ben. He's one of those guys who always gets it done. He always finds a way to do it and it seems effortless, too. It was just a super-competitive environment for a full two years we were together in every single thing we did on and off the field. I think we're both better off for being in that situation. The only thing that compares with that is the competitive battles I've had on a daily basis since I was 3 years old with my younger brother."
• Hawk, who turns 24 on Aug. 31, would love to beat his younger brother — Ohio State linebacker A.J. Hawk — to the NFL. A.J. is a leading candidate to capture the 2005 Butkus Award as the nation's top linebacker and will enter the NFL draft in 2006. "The sky's the limit for A.J. To say I'm surprised at his success would be a complete lie. A lot of other people might have been surprised because, for some reason, he wasn't as highly recruited out of high school. But he has not surprised me."
• "The thing that's awesome to see is how much he improves every day. He was fast when he got (to Ohio State). Now he's lightning fast. He was big when he got there. Now he's huge. He was a good player when he got there. Now he's the best linebacker in college football. I'm nothing but proud of him. He's been more than a best friend to me."
• Anyone who witnessed Ryan Hawk's final high school game — Centerville's 49-42 loss to Cincinnati Elder in the 1999 Division I state playoffs in front of 10,000 fans at Middletown's Barnitz Stadium — will never forget it. Hawk rushed for 182 yards and two TDs, including an 80-yarder, as the Elks overcame a 28-14 halftime deficit for a 42-28 lead. But Elder scored three TDs the final 2:08 to win. "The outcome was tough, but from a fan's perspective, I'm sure it was awesome. It was a good back-and-forth battle. If anything, it was an exciting way for us to go out. I thought we definitely had a good enough team to beat just about anybody. But that's how it goes. It's high school football, and it's great ... great memories."
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CFN AJ Hawk Interview
http://www.nfldraftblitz.com/AJHawkInterview.htm
AJ Hawk Interview
OLB - Ohio State
http://www.nfldraftblitz.com/AJHawkInterview.htm
AJ Hawk Interview
OLB - Ohio State
6/18/05
<TABLE style="BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px" width="99%" border=1><TBODY><TR><TD style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none" vAlign=top><TABLE style="BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px" width="100%" border=1><TBODY><TR><TD style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none">Matt Miller: The media is in love with you now, what did you do to become the top LB in college?
A.J. Hawk: I think just like everyone else on the team, we have a good workout program and everyone is dedicated. I’ve always tried to set the example and work hard every day. That’s the biggest thing, is to be consistent on and off the field.
Matt Miller: Already having a successful career, what’s left for you at OSU?
A.J. Hawk: No one is perfect. Everyone has bad plays. I have areas to improve. Last year was a disappointment as a team and we don’t want that to happen.
Matt Miller: How close were you to coming out this year?
A.J. Hawk: Not very much at all. I didn’t look into it because I knew I wasn’t ready to play in the NFL yet. I wanted to come back and get better. I was excited to come back and play.
Matt Miller: Do you listen to the talk about the draft and rankings?
A.J. Hawk: I don’t really get to listen to it. I’m not a big internet guy or anything. A long time ago my dad told me to not get too excited about the media. Now I just have to back it up on the field. We have something special here and I want to do what’s best for the team.
Matt Miller: Who is the team to beat in the Big 10 this year?
A.J. Hawk: Well there are a lot of great teams this year. We want to be the champs and we are hoping to start the season right with 4 tough games first.
Matt Miller: What do you think of all the allegations that surrounded the program in the off season?
A.J. Hawk: Obviously its disappointing, but now we are cleared of all wrong doing. The only thing they found was about Clarett. We are ready to stay on the right track.
Matt Miller: What are your personal goals for the season?
A.J. Hawk: I usually don’t make too many personal goals. I’d like to win every game, but I don’t really set goals for myself. My goal is to win 12 games.
Matt Miller: Did you surprise yourself at all at the Pro Day?
A.J. Hawk: I didn’t too much. I felt good working out and I felt like I could run a good time. A 40 is all about your start and I felt like I did well.
Matt Miller: Do you feel like you would have been a top prospect in the ’05 draft?
A.J. Hawk: There were a lot of great guys. I think a lot of guys would have gone before me.
Matt Miller: What do you feel is the best part of your game?
A.J. Hawk: I think just coming out and being consistent every game and make sure I don’t take plays off. I will be hustling to the ball every play. To have a constant motor the whole game.
Matt Miller: On the big match up with Texas.
A.J. Hawk: We are already studying for them as of now. It’s in the back of my mind, but our first game is against Miami and we know that’ll be a tough game and we won’t overlook them. That’s the first thing in my mind is to give them a tough.
Matt Miller: What are you working on this summer?
A.J. Hawk: Techniques and mentality. For us it’s mostly about pass rushing and coming off the edge. To have that in my mind to get the quarterback. Hopefully we’ll be aggressive this year and I can get to the passer.
Matt Miller: On Ted Ginn.
A.J. Hawk: Obviously he’ll be mainly on offense, but we could see him on defense some. He needs the ball in space.
Matt Miller: On the Quarterbacks.
A.J. Hawk: The good thing is you can never have too much talent and all 3 of our guys can play. We are confident in them and are comfortable with either of them in the game.
Matt Miller: Who is the best player you’ve faced?
A.J. Hawk: The best running back was Vernand Morency. We shut him down, but he was so quick and fast. The best Big 10 back was Anthony Davis. He was little, stocky and hard to bring down.
Matt Miller: On the Michigan rivalry.
A.J. Hawk: It’s a huge game. I grew up here and I understand how it affects the whole state. It’s a huge game no matter where it is. Like last year, we beat them and OSU and it made the season better. The tradition and great players make it something great to be apart of.
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A.J. Hawk: I think just like everyone else on the team, we have a good workout program and everyone is dedicated. I’ve always tried to set the example and work hard every day. That’s the biggest thing, is to be consistent on and off the field.
Matt Miller: Already having a successful career, what’s left for you at OSU?
A.J. Hawk: No one is perfect. Everyone has bad plays. I have areas to improve. Last year was a disappointment as a team and we don’t want that to happen.
Matt Miller: How close were you to coming out this year?
A.J. Hawk: Not very much at all. I didn’t look into it because I knew I wasn’t ready to play in the NFL yet. I wanted to come back and get better. I was excited to come back and play.
Matt Miller: Do you listen to the talk about the draft and rankings?
A.J. Hawk: I don’t really get to listen to it. I’m not a big internet guy or anything. A long time ago my dad told me to not get too excited about the media. Now I just have to back it up on the field. We have something special here and I want to do what’s best for the team.
Matt Miller: Who is the team to beat in the Big 10 this year?
A.J. Hawk: Well there are a lot of great teams this year. We want to be the champs and we are hoping to start the season right with 4 tough games first.
Matt Miller: What do you think of all the allegations that surrounded the program in the off season?
A.J. Hawk: Obviously its disappointing, but now we are cleared of all wrong doing. The only thing they found was about Clarett. We are ready to stay on the right track.
Matt Miller: What are your personal goals for the season?
A.J. Hawk: I usually don’t make too many personal goals. I’d like to win every game, but I don’t really set goals for myself. My goal is to win 12 games.
Matt Miller: Did you surprise yourself at all at the Pro Day?
A.J. Hawk: I didn’t too much. I felt good working out and I felt like I could run a good time. A 40 is all about your start and I felt like I did well.
Matt Miller: Do you feel like you would have been a top prospect in the ’05 draft?
A.J. Hawk: There were a lot of great guys. I think a lot of guys would have gone before me.
Matt Miller: What do you feel is the best part of your game?
A.J. Hawk: I think just coming out and being consistent every game and make sure I don’t take plays off. I will be hustling to the ball every play. To have a constant motor the whole game.
Matt Miller: On the big match up with Texas.
A.J. Hawk: We are already studying for them as of now. It’s in the back of my mind, but our first game is against Miami and we know that’ll be a tough game and we won’t overlook them. That’s the first thing in my mind is to give them a tough.
Matt Miller: What are you working on this summer?
A.J. Hawk: Techniques and mentality. For us it’s mostly about pass rushing and coming off the edge. To have that in my mind to get the quarterback. Hopefully we’ll be aggressive this year and I can get to the passer.
Matt Miller: On Ted Ginn.
A.J. Hawk: Obviously he’ll be mainly on offense, but we could see him on defense some. He needs the ball in space.
Matt Miller: On the Quarterbacks.
A.J. Hawk: The good thing is you can never have too much talent and all 3 of our guys can play. We are confident in them and are comfortable with either of them in the game.
Matt Miller: Who is the best player you’ve faced?
A.J. Hawk: The best running back was Vernand Morency. We shut him down, but he was so quick and fast. The best Big 10 back was Anthony Davis. He was little, stocky and hard to bring down.
Matt Miller: On the Michigan rivalry.
A.J. Hawk: It’s a huge game. I grew up here and I understand how it affects the whole state. It’s a huge game no matter where it is. Like last year, we beat them and OSU and it made the season better. The tradition and great players make it something great to be apart of.
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