What's the most interesting thing about Ohio State football's defensive line?
Published: Aug. 17, 2022, 7:00 a.m.
Stephen Means, cleveland.com
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Depth isn't going to be an issue for Ohio State football's defensive line in 2022.
Larry Johnson has plenty of options to choose from both on the edge and the interior just as he likes it to be when he's building a room on the recruiting trail. This roster has a unique blend of veterans still trying to prove themselves alongside young talent looking to take the next step. The result: Expect to see a lot of guys getting snaps on game day.
"If I'm lucky, I can play 12," Johnson said. "Normally, we play 10-11, but we could get to 12."
The Buckeyes' depth has been on display for most of fall camp, most prominently during their scrimmage on Saturday when offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson describes the unit as "coming in waves." On Sept. 3 the public will see the hype that's been building within the program for what may be one of the deepest rooms Johnson's had during his tenure.
"There's gonna be some guys that step up, maybe some young players that step up," Johnson said. "But at the end of the day, it has to be the unit that steps up."
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