The Ohio State offensive line was a powerhouse in 2024, leading the Buckeyes to
a national championship on the back of an elite run game. But starters
Donovan Jackson,
Josh Simmons,
Seth McLaughlin and
Josh Fryar are all gone. To help build a new front wall, the Buckeyes tapped into the
transfer portal and picked Onianwa, who previously played at Rice.
A four-year player with the Owls, Onianwa has starting experience at both tackle spots, with nine starts coming on the left side last season. His stat line was absurd, with no sacks allowed and just eight total pressures and two penalties attributed to him all season. The 6-foot-6 Onianwa is listed at 357 pounds and plays with the power expected of a man that size.
"I can't wait to see him against Texas [
in Week 1]. His agility and power on tape are insane ... we'll know by about 1 p.m. if he's a legit prospect or not," an AFC East area scout said. Onianwa will get a trial by fire facing star Longhorns pass rushers
Colin Simmons,
Anthony Hill Jr. and
Trey Moore.
In a 2026 class that looks loaded at offensive tackle, Onianwa has plenty of competition atop that group. If he can ace the Ohio State schedule and lock down future first-round pass rushers, his stock will soar.”
Onianwa was also mentioned by Connor Rogers on the NFLSE OT podcast. If we keep Ersery at RT, then we might be looking to draft our LT of the future.