Ohio State Football: 9 Buckeyes drafted, impact on new teams
3. WR Parris Campbell, 2nd Round, 59th Overall – Indianapolis Colts
During his time at Ohio State, Parris Campbell became one of the most beloved Buckeyes during Urban Meyer’s coaching tenure. With 1,978 yards from scrimmage and 17 total TDs over 2+ seasons, including memorable plays such as his breakaway jaunt against Michigan during 2018’s The Game, Campbell was a phenomenal receiver at Ohio State.
Joining the ranks of T.Y. Hilton, Devin Funchess, and 2018 draftee Deon Cain, Campbell will help to bolster the Indianapolis receiving core, which will hope to become a key piece in the Colts taking the next step from one playoff win to two or more.
Andrew Luck’s offensive line has finally improved dramatically, and with a new over-the-middle breakaway threat in Campbell, the Colts could soon see themselves back in the AFC Championship Game.
4. DT Dre’Mont Jones, 3rd Round, 71st Overall – Denver Broncos
For the Buckeyes, Jones racked up impressive numbers in his first two full seasons (2016-17), with 71 total tackles (9 TFLs) and 1 sack, he step it up dramatically in 2018. In 13 games played, Dre’Mont recorded 40 total tackles (13 TFLs) and 8.5 sacks, over eight times as many as in his first two seasons!
In Denver, Jones will hope to improve a defensive line that will have to improve from being middle-of-the-pack in the NFL. Participating in some LB drills during the Combine, Jones has shown that he can be versatile to play wherever the Broncos need him.
5. WR Terry McLaurin, 3rd Round, 76th Overall – Washington Redskins
During his Ohio State career, McLaurin proved his extensive receiving talent by catching 75 passes for 1251 yards and 19 TDs over 3 full seasons. Unlike Campbell, who is more known for catching passes on crossing routes and taking off downfield, McLaurin was a centerpiece of a WR core that vaulted Brian Hartline into one of the top young coaches in college football.
Reunited right away with former teammate Dwayne Haskins, Terry will have an opportunity to become a target for Haskins for years to come in a unit that is lacking in experience and a well-balanced star receiver.