Ohio State did not defend its national title in 2025, falling to eventual runners-up Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal. Still, the Buckeyes finished 12-0 in the regular season, returned to the Big Ten Championship Game for the first time since 2020 and reached the Playoff for the second consecutive year.
Despite not reaching their goals, the Scarlet and Gray had a talented roster. Last month, 11 former Ohio State players were invited to and participated in the NFL Combine, showcasing what NFL teams thought of last year's Buckeye team.
On Wednesday, those 11, plus several more former Scarlet and Gray players, will return to the oody Hayes Athletic Center for Ohio State's pro day. Seventeen Buckeyes are expected to take part in pro day — although not all may perform every drill — aiming to impress coaches, scouts, and general managers from around the NFL.
The players expected to participate in Ohio State's pro day include defensive linemen Caden Curry, Kayden McDonald and Tywone Malone Jr.; running back CJ Donaldson; defensive backs Caleb Downs, Davison Igbinosun and Lorenzo Styles Jr.; kicker Jayden Fielding; tight ends Will Kacmarek and Max Klare; offensive lineman Ethan Onianwa; linebackers Arvell Reese, Sonny Styles and Joey Velazquez; wide receiver Carnell Tate and long snappers John Ferlmann and Colling Johnson.
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Each of these players seeks to impress NFL personnel and improve their chances before next month's NFL Draft.
Some current Ohio State players are expected to participate in drills focused on their NFL prospects, though those players have not yet been announced.
Ohio State's pro day won't be televised, but interested fans can follow along live on social media, and Bucknuts will share video highlights after the event.
Below is what you need to know about the Buckeyes' pro day.