THE Ohio State has been on a big run of late. While the Buckeyes have long been a powerhouse, a string of high-profile quarterbacks and major recruiting class commitments has kept them in the National Championship hunt in recent years.
When a team targets an offensive lineman outside of the first round, it’s often due to flawed traits, a perceived lack of versatility at the next level, and/or size concerns. Even so, confident coaching staffs sometimes spend valuable draft capital on these types of players—and some pay off in a big way.
Donovan Jackson was a standout offensive lineman for the National Champion Buckeyes last year, demonstrating leadership, versatility, and high-end talent.