The rosters of national champions vary in how they get constructed.
Usually, though, there’s a healthy balance between seniors and underclassmen, veterans and first-year starters, and studs and supporting players. In 2019, while it fell short of the ultimate goal, Ohio State seemingly had the right mix.
Malik Harrison, K.J. Hill, Jordan Fuller, Branden Bowen, Jonah Jackson, Binjimen Victor, Robert Landers and Austin Mack were among those who provided the Buckeyes with a base of consistently impactful seniors. DaVon Hamilton, Damon Arnette and Jonah Jackson had by far their best collegiate seasons as fifth-year seniors. Chris Olave, Josh Myers and Wyatt Davis had breakout sophomore campaigns.