CBS Sports’ early 2022 NFL mock draft has five Ohio State players included in first round

There are a whopping five Ohio State players in the latest 2022 NFL mock draft appearing in the first round. Here’s who they are.

Haskell Garrett, Defensive Tackle – No. 29 overall pick to the Baltimore Ravens

Ohio State vs. Alabama key matchups: DT Garrett versus Alabama C Owens
Ohio State defensive tackle Haskell Garrett celebrates after batting a pass and catching it for a touchdown during the second quarter. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

What Edwards Says

“Calais Campbell is a free agent next offseason and the AFC North franchise could be in the market for defensive line help.”

What We Say

Don’t get me wrong here; Haskell Garrett is one whale of a player in the middle, and he’s going to be healthier than he was last season. However, unless he has an unbelievable year wreaking havoc, he’s probably more of an early to mid-second-rounder. He’s got the talent and work ethic to get himself into the first round, so there’ a chance.

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