Todd McShay’s early 2022 NFL mock draft has four Ohio State players in the first round

ESPN’s Todd McShay has released his early 2022 NFL mock draft and Ohio State has four players included in the first round.

Chris Olave – No. 12 overall pick, Atlanta Falcons

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Dec 5, 2020; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Chris Olave (2) is unable to complete a pass as Michigan State Spartans cornerback Kalon Gervin (18) pursues during the third quarter at Spartan Stadium. Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

What McShay Says

“Olave explodes off the line and shows soft hands. And he is incredible at creating separation vertically, thanks to solid speed and always having a plan as a route runner. I had him among the top receivers in the 2021 class before he decided to go back to Ohio State for another season. If the Falcons are indeed considering moving Julio Jones to save cap space, Olave could step into a starting role to keep the passing game strong alongside Calvin Ridley and KylePitts.”

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