Drafting Big Ten Players To Add To Ohio State

In this episode of The Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom discuss a fun hypothetical NFL Draft scenario: which Big Ten players would they draft to add to the Ohio State Buckeyes roster? The conversation centers on identifying players who would provide meaningful upgrades to Ohio State’s current roster, balancing positional need with player potential. Tony leads with Indiana wide receiver Charlie Becker, praising his breakout season and competitive fire, especially after his strong performances against Ohio State. Tom counters with Michigan defensive end John Henry Daly, a high-ceiling talent recovering from an Achilles injury, and later swaps in Indiana’s Tyreek Tucker as a more productive defensive tackle option. They explore other luxury additions like Bear Alexander, Andrew Marsh, and Oregon’s Jamari Johnson, ultimately concluding that Ohio State has few true positional needs and is more focused on depth and competition. The episode ends with a playful call to action for listeners to share their own draft picks. Key takeaways include: 1) Charlie Becker offers a high-impact, high-contrast addition at wide receiver with proven production against top competition; 2) John Henry Daly represents a high-upside, high-risk defensive end pick with elite production before injury; 3) Tyreek Tucker is a more productive and efficient alternative to Bear Alexander at defensive tackle; 4) Ohio State’s depth across most positions means most additions are about competition and insurance rather than fixing deficiencies; 5) The team’s strength lies in its ability to develop talent, making even under-the-radar picks valuable. The overall tone is optimistic and playful, celebrating Ohio State’s depth and the excitement of the draft season.