Biletnikoff Award favorite Jaxon Smith-Njigba returns after setting numerous records for the Buckeyes last season. He is joined by last year’s talented reserves Marvin Harrison, Emeka Egbuka, and Julian Fleming. The depth is bolstered by fifth-year seniors Kamryn Babb and Xavier Johnson, both of whom are slated to play this year. Four true freshman are added into the mix, as is redshirt freshman Jayden Ballard. Ballard will be in the rotation in some manner.
Returning StartersSlot receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the lone returning starter for the Buckeyes. However, Julian Fleming has two career starts and Marvin Harrison…
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