One other notable who has performed for Hartline is Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin. In seven seasons with Washington, the 76th choose of the 2019 draft has made two Professional Bowls.
Ohio State’s pipeline of stellar pass-catchers is anticipated to proceed with junior Carnell Tate and sophomore Jeremiah Smith. NFLDraftBuzz.com lists Tate because the No. 4 WR for the 2026 class and Smith because the No. 1 WR for the 2027 draft.
With out Hartline, will the Buckeyes stay WRU?
How Brian Hartline’s departure impacts the Buckeyes’ future at WR
Now, Ohio State had a robust custom on the place even earlier than Hartline’s arrival. Professional Soccer Corridor of Fame WR Cris Carter starred for the Buckeyes from 1984-86. Extra just lately, WR Michael Thomas — who set the season file for receptions (149) with the New Orleans Saints in 2019 — performed for the Buckeyes from 2012-15.
So, it is protected to imagine the Buckeyes will nonetheless discover and produce big-name WRs with out Hartline, however maybe not as many. From 2000-18, Ohio State had 4 WRs chosen within the first spherical. The very best of the bunch was most likely Santonio Holmes (2006, choose No. 25), who received Tremendous Bowl XLIII MVP with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Now, the consequences of this teaching change might not be felt instantly. Chris Henry Jr., the No. 1 WR within the 2026 recruiting class (via 247 Sports), remains to be dedicated to the Buckeyes. It’s worth noting that different applications could have an opportunity to flip him after the Hartline information broke.
Over time, nonetheless, WR expertise could grow to be extra evenly dispersed in faculty soccer, and the Buckeyes could not be the highest faculty on the place.
Will heralded WR recruits comply with Hartline to South Florida? It is exhausting to inform. The Bulls do not have the sources the Buckeyes have, which is able to make it more durable to signal high gamers. Nonetheless, his observe file provides them one thing to think about.
Regardless, Ohio State stays WRU. However after shedding Hartline, it might be a matter of time earlier than it could not declare that moniker.
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