List of Ohio State Players Declared for the 2023 NFL Draft
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College football powerhouse Ohio State is once again set to have several high NFL Draft picks in 2023. Quarterback C.J. Stroud and offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. lead the pack, though there's a host of others that could hear their names called.
With that in mind, here's everything you need to know about the Buckeye alumni who could become 2023 draft picks.
Ohio State Underclassmen Declared for 2023 NFL Draft
To be eligible for the NFL Draft, players must have been out of high school for at least three years and used up all of their college eligibility. However, underclassmen and prospects who have graduated early can also request permission from the league to be draft-eligible.
Five non-seniors are part of Ohio State's 2023 draft hopefuls. C.J. Stroud, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Luke Wypler, Ronnie Hickman and Paris Johnson Jr. are forgoing the rest of their college eligibility despite still having years remaining.
Player
Position
Draft Stock
C.J. Stroud
QB
Top-5 Pick
Jaxon Smith-Njigba
WR
Top-15 Pick
Luke Wypler
C
2nd Round
Ronnie Hickman
S
6th Round
Paris Johnson Jr.
OT
Top-10 Pick
Ohio State Seniors in the 2023 NFL Draft
Most of the NFL Draft is comprised of seniors who spent four years in college before attempting to enter the pros. This allows those who don't break out early to continue their development in hopes of closing out their collegiate careers strong.
Ohio State has 10 seniors looking to make the jump to the NFL. This group is headlined by offensive tackle Dawand Jones, who is projected as a potential late first or early second-round pick. He's joined by EDGE Zach Harrison, cornerback Cam Brown, defensive tackle Taron Vincent, linebacker Palaie Gaoteote, kicker Noah Ruggles, safety Tanner McCallister, defensive tackle Jerron Cage, long snapper Bradley Robinson and tight end/fullback Mitch Rossi.
Player
Position
Draft Stock
Dawand Jones
OT
1st-2nd Round
Zach Harrison
EDGE
3rd Round
Cam Brown
CB
6th Round
Taron Vincent
DT
7th Round-Undrafted
Palaie Gaoteote
LB
7th Round-Undrafted
Noah Ruggles
K
7th Round-Undrafted
Tanner McCallister
S
7th Round-Undrafted
Jerron Cage
DT
7th Round-Undrafted
Bradley Robinson
LS
7th Round-Undrafted
Mitch Rossi
TE/FB
7th Round-Undrafted
Most Likely Ohio State Players to Be Drafted in 2023
The scouting combine hosts the very best from the country for a showcase in front of every NFL front office. However, not every player looking to become a pro is invited to this event. This invite list gives us a good look at the players from each school with the strongest chances of being drafted or signing as a free agent.
Ohio State had eight players invited to the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine: C.J. Stroud, Cam Brown, Zach Harrison, Ronnie Hickman, Paris Johnson Jr., Dawand Jones, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Luke Wypler. There's a good chance everyone in this group hears their names called at various points in the upcoming draft.
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