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JT Tuimoloau, Jack Sawyer, Tyleik Williams and Donovan Jackson Named to Lombardi Award Watch List

When it comes to the trenches, Ohio State has some of the best players in college football.

On Thursday, offensive lineman Donovan Jackson and defensive linemen JT Tuimoloau, Jack Sawyer and Tyleik Williams were named preseason candidates for the Lombardi Award, an honor presented to a player who epitomizes the "leadership, courage, performance and discipline" of NFL legend Vince Lombardi.

4 Buckeyes earn Preseason Lombardi Watch List honors
@JT_Tuimoloau @jacksawyer33 @tyleikk @D_jack78 pic.twitter.com/NQ9qUpPgDr — Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) August 15, 2024

The preseason watch list includes 18 defensive tackles, 17 defensive ends and 19 linebackers.