The last six weeks of spring football have signified work, new energy, and a fresh set of eyes for the Buckeyes.“It’s been good. I think Coach Kelly has given us a lot of interesting looks that we can coach off of, which is good; stuff that’s unique,” said OSU linebackers coachLaurinaitis is working his first offseason as a position coach leading new blood in the Buckeyes linebacker room. Sonny Styles has made the switch from safety to linebacker this spring.
There is also new blood in the Buckeyes secondary. All-American safety Caleb Downs has welcomed a fresh start in Columbus from Tuscaloosa. The young defensive back has quickly adjusted to life in the city and at the Woody. Ohio State safeties coach Matt Guerrieri described coaching Downs as working with a professional. Downs is highly motivated and football-focused. If he is not in practice or working through school, he is studying film.
Despite an abrupt exit from Tony Alford, Ole Miss transfer running back Quinshon Judkins is committed to the Brotherhood and growing his game in scarlet and grey. The Buckeyes hired former Oregon assistant coach Carlos Locklyn. A coach Judkins is excited to learn under.