Ohio State LB Arvell Reese announces intention to enter 2026 NFL Draft
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Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese, a standout defender in college football, has declared his intention to enter the 2026 NFL Draft following his junior season. Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 243 pounds, Reese has been a key player for the Buckeyes, excelling as both an off-ball linebacker and an edge rusher. During the 2025 season, he recorded 69 tackles, including 10 for losses, 6.5 sacks, and two defended passes over 14 games, earning consensus All-America honors.
Reese, who turned 20 before the 2025 season, is among the younger prospects in the upcoming draft class. He contributed significantly to Ohio State's defense, which allowed an FBS-best 9.3 points per game under defensive coordinator Matt Patricia. In his earlier years, Reese was a part-time starter, accumulating 43 tackles and half a sack in the 2024 season.
Known for his athleticism and versatility, Reese has
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