LB Ryan Shazier (All B1G, All-American, 2017 Pro Bowl)

[Bill Lucas]

A trademark of Ohio State defenses in linebackers that can shed blockers and run sideline to sideline. Shazier seems to be that type of linebacker.

 

[Holy Buckeye!]

He is right behind Simon as our best defensive player. A buddy of my had an interesting comment about Ryan during yesterday's game. He said he reminds him of how Tyler Moller would come in and be all over the field and make plays. He is very exciting and disruptive just wish we had a couple more guys with his mindset and speed.

 

[bassbuckeye07]

A trademark of Ohio State defenses in linebackers that can shed tackles and run sideline to sideline. Shazier seems to be that type of linebacker.

comes in handy when playing Wisconsin

 

[y0yoyoin]

shazier is our best linebacker.

 

[southcampus]

I have a hard time arguing against splitting reps with Bino. I certainly didn't think his breakout game would be in relief of Sweat.

Sweat had a concussion. Anyone that was at the game saw him try and come out after halftime only to have to be helped back into the locker room. He looked very weak in the knees.

 

[Smooth Olaf]

According to Bill Rabinowitz's Twitter, Ryan's getting the start as the concussion will cause Sweat to miss the Penn State game.

 

[MD Buckeye]

According to Bill Rabinowitz's Twitter, Ryan's getting the start as the concussion will cause Sweat to miss the Penn State game.

Hopefully Ryan makes the most of it & Sweat is back for The Game.

 

[OregonBuckeye]

I predict he continues the pick-six tradition against PSU.

 

[deejaystkyrice]

what side of LB position you think he will be best fitted at if he wasn't behind any of the current starting LBers?

 

[Mac]

Good luck Ryan on your start vs PSU on Saturday, do work!

 

[Buckrock]

what side of LB position you think he will be best fitted at if he wasn't behind any of the current starting LBers?

Weak side. Rushing the passer. Playing time was limited by size (only 215 lbs) and learning the D as a True Freshman.

 

[daddyphatsacs]

From what I see from Shazier I think he has the potential to be one of the better LB's to come through in the past decade. What I like about him in contrast to some of our recent LB's is the fact that he is in the backfield an awful lot. He's got the look of a natural playmaker, the last time I got this excited about a freshman on defense was Mike Doss.

 

[1926Buckeyes]

From what I see from Shazier I think he has the potential to be one of the better LB's to come through in the past decade. What I like about him in contrast to some of our recent LB's is the fact that he is in the backfield an awful lot. He's got the look of a natural playmaker, the last time I got this excited about a freshman on defense was Mike Doss.

Eh, I GUESS I'd be ok with another 3 time All American.

 

[Taosman]

I fully expect Ryan to cause 2 turnovers. Maybe decide the game.

 

[southcampus]

He and Sabino are both great blitzers. Would love to see plenty instances of McGroin on the turf.