Having already looked at the expected contributors from this year's senior and junior classes, today we turn our attention to the sophomore-eligible Buckeyes looking to carve out meaningful roles for Ryan Day this fall.
Earning playing time after just one or two years in the program can be tough for sophomores and redshirt sophomores and this year is only tougher because Day's roster is loaded with veterans.
In fact, there are 49 total junior and senior-eligible players on the roster at the moment while just 19 sophomore-eligible guys are vying for time.
Despite the stiff competition, a handful of sophomores – most notably quarterback Justin Fields and defensive back Shaun Wade – will play huge roles.