COLUMBUS, Ohio — Dawand Jones came to Ohio State football as a project, an offensive lineman with the heart and mobility of a basketball player and the body of a small mountain. He leaves the Buckeyes as a down-ballot All-American and likely an early round NFL Draft pick. As expected, Jones announced Wednesday that he will conclude his college career by entering April’s draft. Jones was ranked No. 1,043 in the 247 sports national composite for the 2019 class. Pushing 380 pounds at the time, the 6-8 talent from Indianapolis had outgrown his basketball dreams while developing into a college prospect late in his high school career. Recommended Buckeyes stories • Jarrett Kingston, Ohio State football transfer target, signs with USC as Buckeyes’ portal options dwindle • Ohio State football’s Paris Johnson Jr. declares for NFL Draft 2023, forgoes remaining Buckeye eligibility • Ohio State football’s Kyle McCord and Devin Brown competing to…
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