June 20, 2026

With big moment against Rutgers, Ohio State football's Mitch Rossi evokes memories of a fullback


Show Caption Hide Caption Ohio State’s Mitch Rossi talks scholarships, parents, joy of football Ohio State fullback Mitch Rossi talks scholarships, parents, joy of football. Doral Chenoweth, The Columbus Dispatch When Mitch Rossi caught a touchdown pass in the second quarter of Ohio State’s win at Rutgers on Saturday, the reception marked a career milestone for the fifth-year senior and former walk-on. It was the first time he had reached the end zone. Hours later following the game, he embraced his parents in celebration. “My dad, I gave him a big hug,” Rossi said. “He had a couple of tears in his eyes. My mom was pretty emotional, too. That was a really, really special moment.” But the catch also remained a highlight for the Buckeyes due to the play’s origin. As quarterback C.J. Stroud lined up underneath center Luke Wypler at the 1-yard line, Rossi crouched in a three-point…

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