June 29, 2026

2020 NFL Draft: Ohio State's Jeff Okudah, top projected CB in this class, leaving school early


In the days following Ohio State’s loss to Clemson in the College Football Playoff semifinal, an exodus of extremely talented Buckeyes players to the NFL was expected. Indeed, that time has come. Penning a letter to his mom in The Players’ Tribune, cornerback Jeff Okudah announced he was declaring for the NFL Draft.  Okudah’s letter is worth a read even if the news of him leaving isn’t all that surprising. It details the loss of his mother, Marie, to lymphoma three years ago, and how Okudah grew into the person he is today in the wake of that tragedy. These are the types of fascinating and real stories that help humanize these players.  As far as Okudah’s draft prospects are concerned, his departure is a no-brainer. The junior from Grand Prairie, Texas, is ranked as the top cornerback in the draft class and the No. 3 overall prospect, per CBS…

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