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COLUMBUS — Ohio State always knew it was going to be replacing all four of its starting defensive linemen after the 2024 season. But that doesn't

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Ohio State faces tough defensive tackle transition after national title season

COLUMBUS — Ohio State has had so much continuity on its defensive line for the last four years. The Buckeyes have featured mainstays Jack Sawyer and

Roster Reset: Buckeyes must reload on defensive interior

COLUMBUS — Ohio State already has a very defined pecking order at defensive tackle.  Tyleik Williams and Ty Hamilton won't be knocked from that perch

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Progress Report: Evaluating Ohio State defensive tackles after spring practice

COLUMBUS -- Ohio State returned 11 draft-eligible and starter-level players for a much-anticipated 2024 season. The Buckeyes also added marquee names

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COLUMBUS — Ohio State defensive lineman Will Smith Jr. has slowly been rising up the depth chart this spring. He's now taking a big step forward in

Will Smith Jr. by Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK

Buckeyes defensive lineman Will Smith Jr. loses black stripe

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A developmental projection today — keep adding film, measurables, and reps, and your evaluation grows with your game.

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Starter-caliber traits for a Power 4 program (SEC, Big Ten, Big 12, ACC). Squarely on major-conference radars.

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Twitchy interior defender who wins with burst off the line of scrimmage and an incredibly advanced understanding of leverage and hand usage. Fantastic bend and flexibility for his size, stellar athlete. Measures in over 6-foot-3, 250-plus pounds with a stout build that can’t add much more mass. Threw a strong 51-foot-1 in the shot put during his junior track and field campaign. Lacks ideal arm length to play on the edge but also lacks the frame to add substantial weight so he will be limited to a 3-technique. One of the highest floors in the country who will walk into an immediate role as a situational interior pass rusher. Ceiling is limited due to length but the athleticism and raw power could potential supersede those deficiencies. 

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Year	Team	GP	TOT	SOLO	AST
2026	OHST	1	1	1	0
2025	OHST	11	20	10	10
2024	OHST	1	1	1	0
Career		13	22	12	10

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