The interior of the defensive line should again be one of the strengths of the Ohio State football team. The Buckeyes have veteran starters and backups at defensive tackle and there are young, talented players primed to make an impact.
Dre’mont Jones decided to skip the NFL draft and return to Ohio State for one more year. He could be the best three technique in college football this season.
Junior Robert Landers continues to make strides. Undersized at 283 pounds, Landers uses his quickness to get penetration into the backfield.
Third year sophomore Malik Barrow and junior Davon Hamilton will provide more experience at the position.