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Skull Session: Davison Igbinosun and Ja’Had Carter Are More Than Quick Fixes, Dawand Jones is a Massive Human and Ohio State Football’s Attendance Increased in 2022
Garrett Wilson needs YOU to help him win the NFL’s illustrious Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Year award.
Will YOU vote for him?
Vote Vote Vote & when youre done voting. Vote @GarrettWilson_V again https://t.co/z86t73t7vQ
— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) January 31, 2023
You can vote for Chris Olave while you’re at it, too. One of them will lose, which is unfortunate, but at least one Buckeye can win!
Let’s have a good Wednesday, shall we?
FILLING THE GAPS. Former Ole Miss cornerback Davison Igbinosun, the top remaining player in the transfer portal, committed to Ohio State on Tuesday in what was perhaps the biggest BOOM of the offseason for the Buckeyes.
#BOOM Ohio State lands the top remaining player in the transfer portal as former Ole Miss cornerback Davison Igbinosun commits to the Buckeyes. https://t.co/XEbs3yMdjn
— Eleven Warriors (@11W) January 31, 2023
Of course, the return of players like Steele Chambers, Miyan Williams, Cade Stover, Xavier Johnson, Tommy Eichenberg and Josh Proctor was also massive BOOMs for Ohio State. Still, something about the addition of Igbinosun – and that of safety Ja’Had Carter – speaks greater volumes to me about the direction of the defense in 2023 and beyond. And I have three reasons to believe that.
First, both of them have always been Power 5 talents. Igbinosun was a top-20 cornerback recruit in the 2022 class. Carter was ranked as the No. 2 prep school prospect in the 2020 class.
Hes a Buckeye
2022 All-American Davison Igbinosun (@DaveIgbinosun) has committed to Ohio State. #GoBucks #AllAmericanBowl pic.twitter.com/EGApxMsCgJ
— All-American Bowl (@AABonNBC) January 31, 2023
Second, both of them have already proven they can perform at the Power 5 level. Igbinosun started 10 games as a true freshman for Ole Miss, recording 37 tackles and five pass breakups. Carter started in 28 of his 31 games for Syracuse, collecting 138 tackles, five interceptions, 12 pass breakups, two fumble recoveries, one forced fumble and a touchdown.
Third, and arguably most importantly, is the remaining eligibility both Igbinson and Carter can use as Buckeyes. Igbinson will be able to play three seasons in the scarlet and gray. Carter could play two seasons, one as a senior and another if he chooses to utilize his COVID year.
When I combine all of those points, I believe it tells me that Ryan Day and Jim Knowles wanted defensive players in the portal that were talented, experienced and, above all, here to stay.
It’s no secret the secondary was the hole in Ohio State’s defense last season, and the additions of Igbinosun and Carter aren’t some quick patch job to cover it up like something you’d see a landlord on a college campus do. No, those players are here to fill the gaps. And that should make every Buckeye fan excited as the team heads into 2023.
DAWAND JONES → THANOS. The Reese’s Senior Bowl released Dawand Jones’ measurements on Tuesday, and you have to see them to believe them.
Official Senior Bowl Measurements #TheDraftStartsInMOBILE pic.twitter.com/yGR0SZcVkx
— Reese’s Senior Bowl (@seniorbowl) January 31, 2023
Talk about a massive human.
Does anyone know if his birth certificate (if he even has one) is from Indianapolis, Indiana? Are we sure it doesn’t say Titan? Because I think we may be looking at Thanos disguised as an Ohio State offensive lineman.
According to The Mock Draft Database, Jones’ measurements from his weigh-in are among the best percentiles for an offensive lineman dating back to 1999, with his height (96th percentile), weight (99th), hand (98th), arm (99th) and wingspan (100th) all ranking near the top of prospects measured at the NFL combine in the last 23 years.
Jones’ wingspan of 89.5 inches is also expected to be the longest ever recorded at the NFL combine. And that checks out. His wingspan is 2.5 inches longer than NBA champion and two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, after all. And a friendly reminder that Antetokounmpo is seven feet tall and nicknamed the “Greek Freak.”
As for his hands, look at them when pressed against the hand of a “normal” human.
We are ready for @dawandj79 are you?
Watch @seniorbowl Practice LIVE exclusively on NFL+ https://t.co/iIlrCwYjtm pic.twitter.com/qbU8VTdebt
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) January 31, 2023
As for his play at the Senior Bowl, well, Jones is off to a phenomenal start. A widely projected second-round pick in the 2023 NFL draft, the buzz of his size and performance(s) in Mobile, Alabama, should only improve his draft stock, which means Ohio State could add yet another first-round selection to the record books on April 27.
This was the matchup everyone wanted to see in OL/DL pass rush drills: Dawand Jones vs Isaiah Foskey (Foskey put an OT on his ass his previous rep)
Jones with another win on the day. No one has been able to get the better of Jones size and length yet pic.twitter.com/TNFRtqxQY5
— Trevor Sikkema (@TampaBayTre) January 31, 2023
TBDFITL. Attendance for Ohio State football games increased by over 8.17% from 2021 to 2022, proving that Buckeyes were out in full force to support their favorite team this past fall.
Ohio State’s regular-season finale with Michigan drew the largest attendance with 106,787 in the Shoe to witness the 118th edition of The Game. The Buckeyes’ home and season opener against Notre Dame had the second-largest attendance of 106,594.
Overall, Ohio State brought in an average of 104,663 for its eight home games in 2022, which ranked behind only Michigan (110,246) and Penn State (107,379) for the most in college football, according to 247Sports.
| RANK | SCHOOL | AVG ATTENDANCE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MICHIGAN | 110,246 |
| 2 | PENN STATE | 107,379 |
| 3 | OHIO STATE | 104,663 |
| 4 | LSU | 110,596 |
| 5 | TENNESSEE | 100,532 |
| 6 | TEXAS | 100,242 |
| 7 | ALABAMA | 98,981 |
| 8 | TEXAS A&M | 97,213 |
| 9 | GEORGIA | 92,746 |
| 10 | FLORIDA | 87,180 |
While Ohio State checked in at No. 3 in the rankings for 2022, the title “The Best Damn Fans in the Land” will be tested in 2023, as best-sellers like Notre Dame and Michigan aren’t on the schedule to fill seats this fall.
Penn State is the Big Ticket™. But then there’s Youngstown State, Western Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan State and Minnesota, and I think we all know those aren’t exactly Big Tickets™. Still, I have faith that Buckeye Nation will show out.
A FRIENDLY REMINDER. Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s ranking among wide receivers headed to the 2023 NFL draft has been a hot topic since early January, as some analysts have JSN as their No. 1 wideout in the class while others have him as low as No. 3.
Ohio State football and its media team weighed into the debate with a video on Tuesday. One that made its stance clear that JSN is, hands-down, the best wide receiver turning pro this year.
Friendly reminder @jaxon_smith1 pic.twitter.com/tijwxOU4tl
— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) January 31, 2023
It would seem some have forgotten how talented Smith-Njigba is and how productive he was during his tenure as a Buckeye, namely his record-breaking sophomore season in which he collected 95 catches, 1,606 yards and nine touchdowns with Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave also demanding targets.
Still, the arguments will continue because of his hamstring injury and yadda, yadda, yadda – whatever. The bottom line is this. Whoever drafts JSN is set to receive a player with the potential to be a star at the next level. My bet is that potential turns into reality sooner rather than later.
SONG OF THE DAY. “The Internet” by Jon Bellion.
CUT TO THE CHASE. Bring back dodo? Ambitious plan draws investors, critics… Firefighters return from call to find fire in their own kitchen… ChatGPT maker releases AI detection tool… Pedal through cycling history at this Ohio bike museum… Girls’ basketball coach relieved of duties for impersonating 13-year-old player.
Former Ole Miss Cornerback Davison Igbinosun Transferring to Ohio State
Ohio State has bolstered its cornerback unit by landing the best available player in the transfer portal.
Davison Igbinosun, who was ranked by 247Sports as the 10th-best player to enter the transfer portal during the winter transfer window, announced his commitment to Ohio State on Tuesday, becoming the sixth transfer addition for the Buckeyes this offseason.
BREAKING: Former Ole Miss CB Davison Igbinosun tells me he has Committed to Ohio State!
The 62 185 CB from Union, NJ will have 3 years of eligibility remaining.
One of the top overall players in the transfer portalhttps://t.co/dqMwRCMN8F pic.twitter.com/KhscSFjFGR
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) January 31, 2023
Igbinosun chose the Buckeyes after visiting Ohio State on Saturday. Tennessee was initially rumored to be the frontrunner for his commitment and Igbinosun also made visits to UCLA and Michigan, but he ultimately decided to become a Buckeye.
The Igbinosun File
- Year: Sophomore
- Size: 6-2/185
- Pos: CB
- School: Ole Miss (2022)
- Stats: 37 tackles, 5 PBUs in 13 games (10 starts) in 2022
The New Jersey native, who was a four-star recruit in the 2022 class, brings three years of eligibility to Ohio State after an impressive freshman season at Ole Miss in which he started 10 games, made 37 total tackles and five pass breakups and was named an honorable mention Freshman All-American by College Football News.
Igbinosun is now expected to compete with Jordan Hancock, Jyaire Brown and the rest of Ohio State’s cornerbacks to start opposite Denzel Burke in 2023. Regardless of who ends up winning that competition, Igbinosun’s addition provides a key boost to Ohio State’s cornerback depth, as the Buckeyes were set to have only six scholarship cornerbacks before his transfer.
Prior to his commitment, Igbinosun was the only remaining player in the top 20 of 247Sports’ 2023 transfer portal rankings who remained uncommitted. He was ranked by 247Sports as the fourth-best cornerback to enter the portal during the winter window behind Travis Hunter (who transferred from Jackson State to Colorado), Denver Harris (Texas A&M to LSU) and Fentrell Cypress (Virginia to Florida State).
He’s the second defensive back to transfer to Ohio State this offseason along with former Syracuse safety Ja’Had Carter. He’s the sixth overall transfer addition for the Buckeyes since December, joining former Oregon State quarterback Tristan Gebbia, Louisiana-Monroe offensive lineman Victor Cutler, Arizona State long snapper John Ferlmann and Kent State kicker Casey Magyar (a preferred walk-on).
Plymouth shooting news – Jake Davison massacre may be deemed TERROR attack after his woman-hating incel YouTube rants
PRIEST URGES AGAINST ‘CYCLE OF ANGER’ AT PRAYERS FOR PLYMOUTH SHOOTING VICTIMS
Prayers have been said for the five victims of the Plymouth shooting as the community comes together in mourning.
A church in Keyham close to the scene used a Sunday service to remember those killed on Thursday, while a special prayer has been written by the Bishop of Exeter.
It came as questions continue to mount over how gunman Jake Davison, 22, obtained a firearms licence and carried out his spree before turning the gun on himself.
Father David Way, parish priest at St Thomas’ Church in Keyham, told the PA news agency after the service: “Those people who have died, we have to keep those in our prayers, but also the loved ones which have been left behind.
“I’m hoping we can break any cycle of anger, as it were, and bring a cycle of love for everybody involved.”
During the service, he asked the congregation to pray for the five victims, Maxine Davison, Lee Martyn, Sophie Martyn, Kate Shepherd and Stephen Washington, adding: “We pray also for peace for Jake.”
Plymouth shooting latest – Jake Davison had totally ‘blank expression’ as incel murdered child & strangers in cold blood
PRIEST URGES AGAINST ‘CYCLE OF ANGER’ AT PRAYERS FOR PLYMOUTH SHOOTING VICTIMS
Prayers have been said for the five victims of the Plymouth shooting as the community comes together in mourning.
A church in Keyham close to the scene used a Sunday service to remember those killed on Thursday, while a special prayer has been written by the Bishop of Exeter.
It came as questions continue to mount over how gunman Jake Davison, 22, obtained a firearms licence and carried out his spree before turning the gun on himself.
Father David Way, parish priest at St Thomas’ Church in Keyham, told the PA news agency after the service: “Those people who have died, we have to keep those in our prayers, but also the loved ones which have been left behind.
“I’m hoping we can break any cycle of anger, as it were, and bring a cycle of love for everybody involved.”
During the service, he asked the congregation to pray for the five victims, Maxine Davison, Lee Martyn, Sophie Martyn, Kate Shepherd and Stephen Washington, adding: “We pray also for peace for Jake.”
Plymouth shooting latest – Jake Davison had totally ‘blank expression’ as incel murdered child & strangers in cold blood
PRIEST URGES AGAINST ‘CYCLE OF ANGER’ AT PRAYERS FOR PLYMOUTH SHOOTING VICTIMS
Prayers have been said for the five victims of the Plymouth shooting as the community comes together in mourning.
A church in Keyham close to the scene used a Sunday service to remember those killed on Thursday, while a special prayer has been written by the Bishop of Exeter.
It came as questions continue to mount over how gunman Jake Davison, 22, obtained a firearms licence and carried out his spree before turning the gun on himself.
Father David Way, parish priest at St Thomas’ Church in Keyham, told the PA news agency after the service: “Those people who have died, we have to keep those in our prayers, but also the loved ones which have been left behind.
“I’m hoping we can break any cycle of anger, as it were, and bring a cycle of love for everybody involved.”
During the service, he asked the congregation to pray for the five victims, Maxine Davison, Lee Martyn, Sophie Martyn, Kate Shepherd and Stephen Washington, adding: “We pray also for peace for Jake.”
Jake Davison latest – Plymouth shooting victims honoured by city ‘in shock’ as UK cops ordered to review gun laws
PRIEST URGES AGAINST ‘CYCLE OF ANGER’ AT PRAYERS FOR PLYMOUTH SHOOTING VICTIMS
Prayers have been said for the five victims of the Plymouth shooting as the community comes together in mourning.
A church in Keyham close to the scene used a Sunday service to remember those killed on Thursday, while a special prayer has been written by the Bishop of Exeter.
It came as questions continue to mount over how gunman Jake Davison, 22, obtained a firearms licence and carried out his spree before turning the gun on himself.
Father David Way, parish priest at St Thomas’ Church in Keyham, told the PA news agency after the service: “Those people who have died, we have to keep those in our prayers, but also the loved ones which have been left behind.
“I’m hoping we can break any cycle of anger, as it were, and bring a cycle of love for everybody involved.”
During the service, he asked the congregation to pray for the five victims, Maxine Davison, Lee Martyn, Sophie Martyn, Kate Shepherd and Stephen Washington, adding: “We pray also for peace for Jake.”
Jake Davison – Plymouth shooter’s blocked YouTube videos showed ‘incel’ ramblings & police slammed for returning gun
KEYHAM RESIDENT THOUGHT GUNSHOTS WERE ‘FIREWORKS’
A Keyham resident who lives near the scene of the shooting said on Saturday she initially thought the gunshots were fireworks.
Melanie Fletcher, 52, who works in a local supermarket, told the PA news agency: “My back garden backs onto the field, so I saw the four helicopters land, and then a fifth one hovering.
“We heard the shots but me and my husband are from London and it’s so quiet here that first of all we thought it was a car backfiring. After the third, fourth shot, my husband thought maybe it was fireworks, you know. But as we were cleaning our car, armed police came by and said go in and shut your door.
“It’s very quiet around here – we’ve only been here 18 months and from what I can gather, it’s a very close community, and everybody knows everybody. So, it was quite shocking.”
On people laying flowers in the local park, she added: “It just touches your heart, you know, sort of faith in humanity. But it’s still shocking.”
Jake Davison – Plymouth shooter’s blocked YouTube videos showed ‘incel’ ramblings & police slammed for returning gun
KEYHAM RESIDENT THOUGHT GUNSHOTS WERE ‘FIREWORKS’
A Keyham resident who lives near the scene of the shooting said on Saturday she initially thought the gunshots were fireworks.
Melanie Fletcher, 52, who works in a local supermarket, told the PA news agency: “My back garden backs onto the field, so I saw the four helicopters land, and then a fifth one hovering.
“We heard the shots but me and my husband are from London and it’s so quiet here that first of all we thought it was a car backfiring. After the third, fourth shot, my husband thought maybe it was fireworks, you know. But as we were cleaning our car, armed police came by and said go in and shut your door.
“It’s very quiet around here – we’ve only been here 18 months and from what I can gather, it’s a very close community, and everybody knows everybody. So, it was quite shocking.”
On people laying flowers in the local park, she added: “It just touches your heart, you know, sort of faith in humanity. But it’s still shocking.”
Jake Davison latest – Plymouth shooter’s blocked YouTube showed ‘incel’ ramblings & police slammed for returning gun
KEYHAM RESIDENT THOUGHT GUNSHOTS WERE ‘FIREWORKS’
A Keyham resident who lives near the scene of the shooting said on Saturday she initially thought the gunshots were fireworks.
Melanie Fletcher, 52, who works in a local supermarket, told the PA news agency: “My back garden backs onto the field, so I saw the four helicopters land, and then a fifth one hovering.
“We heard the shots but me and my husband are from London and it’s so quiet here that first of all we thought it was a car backfiring. After the third, fourth shot, my husband thought maybe it was fireworks, you know. But as we were cleaning our car, armed police came by and said go in and shut your door.
“It’s very quiet around here – we’ve only been here 18 months and from what I can gather, it’s a very close community, and everybody knows everybody. So, it was quite shocking.”
On people laying flowers in the local park, she added: “It just touches your heart, you know, sort of faith in humanity. But it’s still shocking.”