Updating Ohio State NFL draft eligible players and likely draft positions

The 2020 NFL draft is a mere three weeks away. Here’s an update on Ohio State draft-eligible players and where they are likely to go.

Likely Fourth or Fifth Rounders

K.J. Hill – Wide Receiver

WATCH: Ohio State WR KJ Hill makes DBs look foolish at Senior Bowl
Dec 7, 2019; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes receiver K.J. Hill Jr. (14) runs to the outside against the Wisconsin Badgers during the first half in the 2019 Big Ten Championship Game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas J. Russo-USA TODAY Sports

We’ll see just how much Hill’s performance in Senior Bowl drills help his cause. He’s showing more than adequate speed, great route running, and exceptional hands. I still think his perceived lack of game-breaking ability will ultimately land him somewhere in the fourth round. Someone might be getting a steal though if that happens. He left Ohio State as the all-time receptions leader in program history for a reason.

Projected: Fourth Round

Jordan Fuller – Safety

Ohio State S Jordan Fuller a finalist for William V. Campbell Trophy
Dec 2, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Alex Hornibrook (12) is sacked by Ohio State Buckeyes safety Jordan Fuller (4) in the second half in the Big Ten championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Fuller is a smart and athletic player on the back-end. Truth be known he flew a little under the radar in 2019, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t have the talent to be a key contributor at the next level. He’s a great teammate with good tackling skills and a well-schooled approach. He’s extremely smart with a high football IQ.

Projected: Fourth Round

Davon Hamilton – Defensive Tackle

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Davon Hamilton isn’t the type of guy that stands out for his fast-twitch athleticism, but he’s a grinder and tireless worker. If a team wants a guy that has a motor that won’t stop, they’ll be happy with this selection.

Projected: Fifth Round

Next … Likely Sixth and Seventh Rounders