Ohio State’s depth at tight end will be tested this season, as one of their younger players with real experience will miss the entire 2017 season.
Alexander, a redshirt sophomore, has been a pleasant surprise for the Buckeyes. A more under-the-radar three-star recruit on a roster full of blue-chippers, Alexander played in every game last season, standing out with his physicality.
Without him, the Buckeyes will likely turn to redshirt freshman Luke Farrell and Jake Hausmann, two blue-chip recruits from the 2016 class.