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- ESPN
Jan 8, 2026, 05:00 PM ETOpen Extended Reactions
Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese announced Thursday on social media that he is entering the NFL draft.
Reese is ranked as the top off-ball linebacker in this year's draft by ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. and is widely expected to be a top five selection.
The 2025 Consensus All-American was a finalist for the Butkus Award and had 6.5 sacks in 14 games this season.
He is the third star Ohio State player to declare for the draft this week, joining wide receiver Carnell Tate and safety Caleb Downs.
