Every year, the Spring Game offers a great opportunity for Ohio State football players. Not only does it give them a chance to play in front of fans for the first time, but it also gives them a chance to earn snaps for the Fall. Playing well in this game can go a long way in determining playing time.
On Saturday, the Ohio State Buckeyes played the Spring Game on a rainy day. While the weather wasn't ideal, the Buckeyes still got some good work. The defense was the better unit, winning the game. Up front, the defensive line looked like it was in midseason form.
One of the players who started up front was senior Will Smith Jr. He has spent each of the last three seasons as a backup. Last year, he started getting regular rotational snaps. He started the Spring Game, and his performance proves he deserves to be out there as much as possible.
Ohio State DL Will Smith Jr. proves he deserves plenty of playing time
Smith Jr. played an excellent game. He was the reason why Julian Smith threw an interception, as he pushed Carson Hinzman back into Sayin and got his hands up to deflect the ball. Because of that deflection, Beau Atkinson was able to intercept the ball.
That wasn't the only good play that Smith Jr. had in this game. He has done a really good job of transforming his body so that he can play inside. He started at defensive tackle, and he certainly earned that start. Coming out of high school, he was 260 pounds as a four-star recruit.
Now, Smith is up to 290, and that allows him to play inside. Not only has his weight gone up, but his strength has too. The son of an Ohio State national champion, Smith Jr. is looking to make fans remember his name for years to come, as well.
Smith Jr. has waited his turn and slowly improved. Now, he's ready to make an impact.
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