Following a slew of transfers and lingering injury concerns, Ohio State's safety depth is still “a work in progress” at the start of the summer.
this spring, and he showed everyone why in the spring game. Stokes was credited with two pass breakups and nine total tackles in the scrimmage. Operating at the adjuster position, the Florida native made plays in both pass coverage and the run game.Stock Up/Stock Down: Kye Stokes, Evan Pryor Turn Heads in Ohio State Spring Game While Julian Fleming and Mitchell Melton Deal With More Injuries
“I think we have some number issues there, right? There's going to be opportunities for a young guy like Kye to have an immediate impact in the depth,” Knowles said. “So it was good to see him make progress and we're going to need him to step up because of that.” “Kye had really made progress at the end there and in the spring game, but they all stood out in some way,” Knowles said. “I think it's a great crew. And, you know, I'm pretty demanding on those guys. And then every now and then I have to stop myself and say, ‘Oh, this guy should be at the senior prom right now.’ But I push, push, push on those guys, too. And I thought they handled it well.
Martinez will likely begin the year as the No. 2 nickel behind McCalister, but if Stokes' development stalls and Ransom remains in recovery, he could slot in behind Hickman at free safety as well.
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