July 2, 2026

Dawand Jones' Newfound Love Of Football Helping Him Emerge Along Ohio State Offensive Line

“I didn’t love football going into college. It grew on me, and it’s just become my life now.” Entering fall camp, it was widely presumed that Ohio State’s offensive line would be bookended by fifth-year senior Thayer Munford and junior Nicholas Petit-Frere at left and right tackle, respectively. Tuesday’s practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center – which was the first in full pads – revealed a different lineup, however, with Petit-Frere at left tackle, Munford at left guard, junior Harry Miller at center, sophomore Paris Johnson at right guard and junior Dawand Jones at right tackle. “It’s absolutely something we’re looking at,” offensive line coach Greg Studrawa said after practice. “As always, it’s find the best five (players). Year-in and year-out, you want to find the guys who are the best five for that spot and the best guys who are going to gel to make a great unit.…

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