June 22, 2026

Buckeyes in the NFL Draft: Ohio State LB Pete Werner

COLUMBUS (WCMH) — Pete Werner will be one of three, potentially four, Ohio State linebackers taken in the NFL draft. Perhaps no Buckeye has a wider draft projection range than Werner, who some analysts say will go in the third round while others believe he’s a first-round caliber player. Werner could be one of three Buckeyes taken in the first round, along with Justin Fields and offensive guard Wyatt Davis. Buckeyes in the NFL Draft: Ohio State QB Justin Fields Buckeyes in the NFL Draft: Ohio State G Wyatt Davis Werner was one of the most consistent players at Ohio State during the past three seasons, starting in all but one game from his sophomore to senior seasons. Werner racked up 168 tackles, 16 for a loss, four sacks and three forced fumbles during his four seasons. But more impressive than any of those numbers was the fact that Werner…

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