The former is a versatile linebacker that could emerge as a sam linebacker in the 4-3 set, and the latter needs to grow into his frame and develop into a collegiate linebacker. Flemming had a really tough year, need him to take it to a new level. Chris Wells carried the ball for another 90 yards and scored once. FIRST TEAM DE 94 RODNEY BAILEY (6-3, 255, So.) FL 4 KEN-YON RAMBO (6-1, 190, So.) Ohio State used both a dominating offense and a crushing defense to control the game, played under cool and very windy conditions. This is a forum post from a site member. Senior Roy Hall caught four passes for 50 yards. RECRUITING: FORMER FOUR-STAR FROM CORNER CANYON HIGH SCHOOL. Jane and Walt Dennis Golf Perfomance Center, Jennings Family Wrestling Practice Facility. McCord was the nations No. The legitimacy of this record has been called into question[by whom?] Michigan quarterback Chad Henne set up a 1-yard run for Mike Hart with an effective passing attack to Mario Manningham. OT- Zen Michalski/Josh Fryar-Losing both Dawand and Paris hurts. yds14th nationally in both3rd at OSU w/ 127 rcpts2nd with 23 TDs. As an independent site, we're committed to delivering Buckeye fans the news and analysis they deserve, all while remaining free. However Ohio State made all the big plays to overcome a strong defensive effort by Penn State and win going away, 286. The Buckeyes then drove for the opening touchdown, with Antonio Pittman scoring in his 12th straight game. C 63 KURT MURPHY (6-4, 290, Jr.) Strong, young playerintelligentmakes all line calls shared top lineman honors for WVU game21-game veteran. Nicol played as a true freshman but missed most of 2005 with a broken right foot. Iowa scored quickly at the start of the 4th quarter to narrow a three-touchdown deficit to 14 points, but Ohio State responded with a pair of interceptions of Drew Tate that put the game away. Ohio State performed well in almost all facets of the game and defeated Michigan State 387. Ohio State scored on the opening play of the game with a kickoff return by Ted Ginn Jr, but it would be the last play of the game (and his college career) for him as he left the game with a foot injury sustained during his touchdown celebration. College Football Scores. Tuimoloau (Soph., 6-4, 270) DEFENSIVE TACKLE Taron Vincent (Sr., 6-2, 300) Tyleik Williams (Soph., 6-3, 318) OR Ty Hamilton (Jr., 6-3, 294) NOSE GUARD Mike Hall Jr. Ohio State led 210 at the half, and while the Falcons took the second half kickoff and completed an 8-minute drive for a touchdown, the game was never in doubt. The team's head coach was Jim Tressel. However, he cannot let his guard down as he will need to fend off freshman Devin Brown from backup duties in 2022. CB-Denzel Burke/Jordan Hancock/JK Johnson-The worst unit on the defense loses Cam Brown but returns the next 3 guys on the depth chart. It was the first meeting between the schools in football. He finished fourth behind Alabamas Bryce Young, Michigans Aiden Hutchinson and Pittsburghs Kenny Pickett. Depth should also be much improved. Running back Antonio Pittman carried the ball 19 times for 111 yards and a touchdown, while true freshman Chris Wells, in his first game as a Buckeye, carried the ball 10 times for 50 yards and a touchdown. A most promising young Buckeyeathletic and exceptionally quicksolid pass rusher and run stopperup from DE. Head Coach Jim Tressel was signed to a contract extension through the 2012 season.[1]. CJ Hicks steps up as one of the most hyped LB recruits in OSU history. CB 11 ANTOINE WINFIELD (5-9, 180, Sr.) All-AmericanThorpe Award candidateplays with a vengeance17 tackles3 PBUs222 career stops & 17 PBUs. RT 67 BROOKS BURRIS (6-7-290, Sr.*) Versatileshared top lineman honors for WVU game experienced veteran of 34 games & 11 startseight starts in 1997. RT 67 BROOKS BURRIS (6-7-290, Sr.*) Versatileshared top lineman honors for WVU gameexper-ienced veteran of 35 games & 13 startseight starts in 1997. yds14th nationally in both3rd at OSU w/ 127 rcpts2nd with 23 TDs. Antonio Pittman scored two of Ohio States 5 rushing touchdowns, carried the ball for 116 yards, and had two pass receptions for 47 yards. Troy Smith tied a career high with four touchdown passes and the Buckeye defense forced five turnoverseach of which resulted in a touchdownas the Buckeyes steamrolled overmatched Northwestern, 5410. WLB 49 TIM CHEATWOOD (6-4,215, Fr.) But here is our best guess, based on game usage, interviews and other intel. Chris Wells added a career high 99 yards. Both were awesome this year and Steele could take a big step forward building on his experience. After Simon, though, things get pretty interesting. 12 ranking in rushing (503 yds., 251.5 ypg.) The most respected source for NFL Draft info among NFL Fans, Media, and Scouts, plus accurate, up to date NFL Depth Charts, Practice Squads and Rosters. Web2006 Ohio State Buckeyes Roster Previous Year Next Year Record: 12-1 (3rd of 119) ( Schedule & Results ) Rank: 2nd in the Final AP poll Conference: Big Ten Conference For now, heres BSBs first version of the 2022 depth chart projection based on what weve seen and heard around the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and Ohio Stadium this spring. LG 56 ROB MURPHY (6-5, 300, Jr.) All-America candidate97 FN All-AmericanHas helped Bucks to a No. Hes the first linebacker since Raekwon McMillan to have the kind of reputation and profile entering their first season. We might be surprised with the results when the season ends. Tough and massiveis expected to push for starting position slowed in the spring, but played in seven games in 97. Time will tell how much he can grow after a breakout season for the Buckeyes. Smith was named co-Player of the Week in the Big Ten on offense, his fifth weekly conference accolade of his career and his fourth in 2006, which tied him with six other players for the most offensive awards in a single year (the others were Indianas Anthony Thompson (1989), Michigans Desmond Howard (1991), Wisconsins Ron Dayne (1999), Purdues Drew Brees (2000) and Kyle Orton (2004), and Penn States Larry Johnson (2002). against Toledo. It appears that the defensive coordinator will find one or more ways to put the former five-star linebacker on the field. Pu 41 BRENT BARTHOLOMEW (6-2, 210, Sr.) All-America candidateAll-Big Ten, 10th nationally in 97 (45.2 ypp; 4th best at OSU)42.4 career average with 23 I20. TE-Royer/Scott-This position group is the most in the air. RB- Trey Henderson, Pryor/Hayden-Henderson had a tough year battling injuries and will look to have a JK Dobbins type of bounceback. DE 60 BRENT JOHNSON (6-4, 265, So.) Mike Roberts (transferred to Indiana State) and Sian Cotton (grades) also left the program earlier in the year. The teams traded touchdowns in the second quarter, which was as close as Iowa got in the game, before the Buckeyes scored just before the half. Brown was one of 13 early enrollees who arrived in Columbus in January. This was the first time in the school's history that the football team had played back to back National Championship games. Statistically, Ohio State was balanced on offense, with 10 first downs each rushing and passing, and 182 of its 421 yards on the ground. SECOND TEAM DE 48 MATT LaVRAR (6-3, 240, Jr.) 11-game starter in 97consistent at stopping the run & improving as a pass rusherstill learning after switch from LB. Will need to replace QB/OL but has ridiculous skill talent returning. This isnt a thread to talk about coaching and how Ryan Day doesnt know how to win a game. Following their victory over arch-rival Michigan on November 18, Ohio State became the first team ever to score a perfect 1.000 in the BCS composite score. Behind Eichenberg and Chambers will come a similar combination of athleticism and talent in Teradja Mitchell and Chip Trayanum. RECRUITING: FOUR-STAR FROM ST. IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL. On defense, linebacker James Laurinaitis intercepted a pass in his fourth consecutive game and registered a sack, linebacker Marcus Freeman also had a sack and an interception, and safety Brandon Mitchell intercepted a pass and recovered a fumble by Iowa tight end Scott Chandler. Can play all LB positionswill see playing time this year after a fine spring showinga tough & physical player. against Toledohits and covers. Official Depth Chart-Northwestern-October 23. Olympic Recap: Massive Upset For Mens Swim And Dive, Ohio State Adds Transfer Offensive Lineman Victor Cutler From Louisiana-Monroe, Sawyer, Tuimoloau Taking DE Reins In Year Three, Key Shrugs Off Shoulder Injury, Seeks Streak-Snapping Win, Jacy Sheldon Getting Closer To Returning For Ohio State, Former Oregon State Quarterback Tristan Gebbia Reportedly Transferring To Ohio State, Injury Updates: Crowley To Medically Retire, Melton Likely Out For The Season. Player Game Finder, School Game Finder. The Buckeyes crushed the Minnesota Golden Gophers in Ohio Stadium, 440. Talented, graceful, athletica speed receivermissed first two with ankle sprainhandled punts and kickoffs vs. Missouri. by: Justin Holbrock. Day Adjusts/Announces Offensive Staff; Hartline New OC, Early Enrollees Arrive on Campus, Begin Classes, Vote Cam Heyward, Sam Hubbard for NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year. SS 13 DAMON MOORE (5-11, 200, Sr.*) Fierce hittera force in the secondaryruns the show11th career INT vs. Toledotied with Katzenmoyer w/ team-high 18 tackles. LG 65 MIKE GURR (6-7, 270, So.) DE 48 MATT LaVRAR (6-3, 240, Jr.) 11-game starter in 97consistent at stopping the run & improving as a pass rusherstill learning after switch from LB. TB 33 JOE MONTGOMERY (5-11, 216, Sr.) Making comeback from knee injury and surgeries2nd on team in rushing (83 yds. All-time record against Minnesota: 3970. Troy Smith threw for 183 yards and a touchdown on 1421 passing, and scored a rushing touchdown on a long scramble. A former high school linebacker, Trayanum did a little bit of everything for his team, but he did all that three years ago. Team captains were announced August 25, 2006. However, as Eichenberg, Simon and Chambers emerged, Mitchell took a backseat and received little playing time down the stretch. WebThe 2006 Buckeyes squad finished the season as Big Ten Conference champions and ranked #2 in the final AP and Coaches' polls. Pittman eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark for the second straight season, becoming the first Buckeye tailback since Eddie George (19941995) to accomplish that feat. Antonio Pittman's scoring streak ended at 12 games but he rushed for 105 yards to lead all rushers. He seems like the one sure-fire player at the position. Brown will likely operate in the role Miller filled last season for the Buckeyes. Smith had 185 yards passing. Two unproven guys here and again depth is bad. One of the things we try to forecast throughout the offseason is what the OSU two-deep depth chart will look like. BLB 32 NAIL DIGGS (6-4, 235, So.) FS 17 PERCY KING (6-4, 210, Jr.) The surprise of the secondary this springhad one of 5 INTs for OSU against Toledo, his second of his careera big hitter. Sawyer really came on towards the end of the year finishing with 4.5 sacks. Still, his primary focus will be to bring his team back to the College Football Playoff as one of the nations four best teams. The graduate played special teams for three seasons before starting the first few games last season. DT- Mike Hall/Tyliek Williams-The two young DTs showed a lot of talent and flashed this year while sharing snaps with older guys. Eichenberg improved in every game last season there is a Grand Canyon level gorge between where he started 2021 and where he ended it. Starters: Tommy Eichenberg and Steele Chambers, Backups: Teradja Mitchell and Chip Trayanum, Others Available: Cody Simon, C.J. Ohio State employed an effective vertical passing game in the first half and a relentless ball control offense in the second half, coupled with a defense that improved in both efficiency and stamina as the game progressed, to beat 2nd-ranked Texas 247 in Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, Austin. Jane and Walt Dennis Golf Perfomance Center, Jennings Family Wrestling Practice Facility. The Buckeyes earned a share of the Big Ten Conference title in 2005. Ohio State controlled the game with defense in the second half, although offensively the 3rd quarter was highlighted by back-to-back end-arounds by Gonzalez and Ginn, gaining 41 yards. The game was even in all but the score. S-Ransom/Stokes/Styles-They lose a lot with McCallister, Hickman, and Proctor moving on but none of those guys were anything special. Because the program doesnt release an official depth chart, Buckeye Sports Bulletin compiled observations and resources to build its first version of the Ohio State starting offensive, defensive and special teams players. His fight for eligibility was also a major talking point in Columbus media as the program patiently waited for the NCAAs ruling on his immediate playing time after leaving Southern California. LG 65 MIKE GURR (6-7, 270, So.) Vimahi was a top-150 prospect who has Ohio State School For now, heres BSBs first version of the 2022 depth chart projection based on what weve seen and heard around the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and Ohio Stadium this spring. On August 9, 2006, the OSU Athletic Department announced the season-long suspension of junior tight end Marcel Frost by Coach Tressel for unspecified violations of team rules. The Draper, Utah, native spent his first three years of high school at Queen Creek High School in Arizona under head coach Joe Germaine, a former Buckeye quarterback in the mid-90s who led Ohio State to a Rose Bowl win over Arizona State in 1997. More Team Info. Quarterback Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports 12 Tyler Buchner (So.) With the Buckeyes spring game in the rear-view mirror, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and his staff will enter the summer with a barebones outline for their rosters depth chart in 2022. Cody Simon, C.J. Tough and massiveexpected to push for starting positionslowed in the spring (ankle) and fall (ill)played in seven games in 97. In his first season, its fair to temper expectations mostly because its hard to imagine Ohio State catches lighting in a bottle with running backs transitioning to linebacker (i.e., Chambers). Justin Zwick entered the game at quarterback and effectively led a scoring drive, and late in the game 3rd and 4th string quarterbacks Todd Boeckman and Rob Schoenhoft took snaps. Both teams scored 14 points in the second half which lead to a Tigers' victory due to the 2nd quarter LSU scoring deficit. Not going to be too positive here but these 3 are really talented players. The defense held Iowa to 87 yards rushing and limited Tate to 249 passing (Tate completed 19 of 41 attempts), but did yield its first rushing touchdown on the 2006 season. Fourth full season; 37-4 overall; Projected Ohio State depth chart: offense Texas had two streaks ended by the loss: a 12-game streak in which it had scored at least 40 points a game (and averaged 52), and a 21-game winning streak. Hell be a captain again because of his great leadership in the locker room. The Buckeyes 488 yards of total offense were marred by two fumbles lost inside the Huskie ten-yard line and a pair of missed field goal attempts by Buckeye kickers. WLB 35 JERRY RUDZINSKI (6-2, 225, Sr.*) OSU Scholar-Athletekey player & leader on the football fieldintelligent, hard-working & never out of positionsavvy. The team finished the season with a win-loss record of 12 and 1, having been defeated by Florida in its final game, the BCS Championship game, and ended the year ranked second in Division I-A. Just a level headed discussion about what the depth chart will look like. LT 77 TYSON WALTER (6-5, 305, So. ) DT 90 CLINTON WAYNE (6-3, 275, So.) 25 starts. SE 80 REGGIE GERMANY (6-2, 195, So.) Not much special here. Rank: 9th in the Final AP poll Conference: Big Ten Conference Record: 7-1 Coach: Jim Tressel (10-3) Points For: 359 Points/G: 27.6 (45th of 119) Points Against: 181 More Team Info Ohio State School History 2008 Ohio State Statistics Schedule & Results Roster Game Logs Splits An ad blocker has likely prevented this video content from loading. The most recent such win for Ohio State DT 79 RYAN PICKETT (6-3, 290, Fr.) Terrific athletestrong & explosivewill challenge for starting honorsexpected to be 100 pct. 11 receivers caught passes for the Buckeyes, with Anthony Gonzalez catching 5 for 85 yards and several key first downs, and Ginn five for 33 yards. The Buckeyes take the field against Minnesota on 2006-10-28. When he regains his strength and brings his body up to speed, he will be the first rotational linebacker off the bench against Notre Dame, Arkansas State and Toledo. 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