Over the last decade, Ohio State has had a long list of elite pass rushers who have played under defensive line coach Larry Johnson. Heading into 2022, the Buckeyes have a list of former five-star recruits who may emerge as the next one on that list. For the Buckeyes heading into fall, there are high expectations for defensive improvement across the board.
After a few disappointing seasons in this department following the departure of Chase Young, the Buckeyes are once again looking for that game-breaker on the defensive line. When you look at Ohio State’s national championship win in 2014, the Buckeyes’ defensive front was led by the elite play of Joey Bosa.