Charles Rex Arbogast/AP Following the 2015 NFL Draft, a total of five Ohio State Buckeyes were drafted and another three will sign with teams as undrafted free agents. Here’s a look at which members of the Scarlet and Grey will be giving their go at the next level and what teams will provide them with those opportunities. Drafted Devin Smith – New York Jets (Round 2, Pick 37) The first Buckeye to get drafted in 2015, Smith will head to the Big Apple to be a wide receiver for the Jets. Known as one of the best deep threats in college football last season, Smith will provide the Jets with an opportunity to open the middle of the field for both running the ball and short, quick passes, while obviously being a deep threat as well. During Ohio State’s championship run his senior season, Smith averaged 28.2 yards per reception (led the country) and totaled 961 yards and 12 touchdowns on 33 catches. He was named a honorable mention All-Big Ten for his efforts during the 2014 season.At the NFL Combine in February, he ran a 4.42-second 40-yard dash. The first Buckeye selected in the 2015 draft, Smith seemed to be very happy to be a J-E-T, Jet, Jet, Jet (and to join former teammate, DeVier Posey). J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS BABY!!! @Bose #HatHugHeadphones pic.twitter.com/yzq9fUANS8 — Devin Smith (@dsmithosu) May 1, 2015 NFL.com gave Smith a 5.79 grade on their scale, which means that they think he can become a starter in the NFL. His NFL comparison according to them is DeSean Jackson. If Smith can play like Jackson did in the NFL, he will have a successful career in the NFL. Also, they projected him to be a second round selection, so looks like he was picked where he should have been. Along with playing wide receiver for the Jets, he has a great opportunity to be a gunner on special teams as well, with his speed and athleticism.With receivers like Brandon Marshall (acquired via trade with the Chicago Bears), Eric Decker, and Jeremy Kerley, Smith will have plenty of competition when training camp begins. Smith became the first Buckeye wide receiver to be selected in the draft since 2012, when Posey was selected in the third round by the Houston Texans (only second Ohio State wide receiver drafted sine 2009). Ironically, Posey is also on the Jets. …
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