The aura surrounding Ohio State’s roster is much different entering 2025 spring practice than it was entering spring of 2024.
With a swath of starters returning and clear transfer replacements at key positions like center Seth McLaughlin and safety Caleb Downs, last offseason was more about tracking the Buckeyes’ chase for a championship during an all-in push. This year, most of those starters are gone following a national title run, and the Buckeyes are trying to reload at numerous positions.
Those inexperienced players fighting to win spots will get extra reps in spring practice as Ryan Day intends to limit reps for veterans like Caleb Downs, Sonny Styles, Carson Hinzman and Davison Igbinosun.