Another week means more preseason awards for Ohio State's standout performers.
On Monday, The Maxwell Football Club announced Ohio State linebacker Tommy Eichenberg and defensive end JT Tuimoloau as two of 86 players named to a watch list for the 29th Chuck Bednarik Award, an honor presented to college football's most outstanding defensive player.
The Maxwell Football Club announced its watch list for the 29th Chuck Bednarik Award presented annually to the outstanding defensive player in college football.#MaxwellFootball #BednarikAward pic.twitter.com/oZawTNnIDg
— Maxwell Football (@MaxwellFootball) August 14, 2023
The Buckeyes' two nominees were tied with Alabama, Georgia, Michigan, Illinois and Florida State for the third most in college football.