Josh Simmons Declares for NFL Draft

Ohio State offensive tackle Josh Simmons has officially declared for the NFL Draft, as reported by Adam Schefter. Simmons' season ended prematurely due to a knee injury sustained during a loss to Oregon, but his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, confirmed that Simmons is ahead of schedule in his recovery and will be ready for NFL training camp. Despite having an additional year of eligibility, Simmons opted to leave, leaving the Buckeyes with significant gaps to fill on their offensive line for the 2025 season. His departure, along with other key players, indicates a major overhaul for Ohio State's offensive line next year. Simmons had shown great potential, contributing to Ohio State's offensive line being a finalist for the Joe Moore Award before his injury. He is projected to be a high first-round pick in the NFL Draft.