Ohio State's top prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft
Updated: March 28, 2025 9:30am ET
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Multiple Ohio State players are projected to be selected in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, with offensive tackle Josh Simmons leading the way despite an injury-shortened season. Wide receiver Emeka Egbuka and offensive lineman Donovan Jackson are also receiving first-round consideration.
Simmons was a lock to be a top-10 pick early on in 2024 and potentially the first tackle off the board before a season-ending knee injury suffered against Oregon mid-season. If healthy, he should be a first-round pick.
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Ohio State Well-Positioned to Tie Record for Most Draft Picks in One Year in 2025 NFL Draft
Despite winning the national championship, Ohio State doesn't have any sure-fire first-round locks. However, Josh Simmons, who suffered a season-ending injury, remains the Buckeyes' best chance at continuing their streak of top-11 picks. Emeka Egbuka and Donovan Jackson have also boosted their draft stock significantly during Ohio State's championship run.
Oddly enough, the Buckeye who has the best chance of continuing that streak might be one who didn't even play in the College Football Playoff. Despite suffering a season-ending knee injury in Ohio State's sixth game of the season at Oregon in October, Josh Simmons is widely projected as Ohio State's first draft pick.
NFL Draft Buzz: Ohio State 2025 NFL Draft Player Rankings
NFL Draft Buzz's latest rankings show multiple Ohio State players projected in the early rounds, with Josh Simmons (17th overall), Emeka Egbuka (28th), and defensive tackle Tyleik Williams (39th) leading the way. The Buckeyes could have as many as 15 players selected overall.
Ohio State's Josh Simmons established himself as one of college football's premier offensive tackles before a devastating knee injury. The Washington native Emeka Egbuka burst onto the scene, establishing himself as one of the nation's premier receivers.
Mock Draft: Egbuka to Green Bay?
Various mock drafts have Emeka Egbuka landing in different spots in the first round, with Pro Football Focus projecting him to the Green Bay Packers at No. 23 overall. The Houston Texans are another team frequently linked to the Ohio State receiver at pick No. 25.
CBS Sports: No. 25 overall to the Houston Texans, 33rd Team: No. 25 overall to the Houston Texans, ESPN: No. 30 overall to the Buffalo Bills, Pro Football Focus: No. 23 overall to the Green Bay Packers