Three Ohio State football players make USA TODAY’s preseason All-American Team

Ohio State has three players appearing on the recently released USA TODAY Preseason All-American college football team for 2020.

Quarterback Justin Fields, Second Team

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I’m still a bit amazed that so many national writers continue to put Trevor Lawrence ahead of Fields despite the OSU signal-caller completely outperforming him last season throughout the year. The margin is razor-thin I guess, but to do what he did in just his rookie season in Columbus doesn’t get enough credit.

With a veteran offensive line and numerous weapons on the outside to toy with, he was poised for a remarkable year. Here’s hoping we get to see Fields suit up for at least an abbreviated schedule in 2020.

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