Ohio State football had a significant presence in the 2026 NFL Draft, with Carnell Tate being selected fourth overall by the Tennessee Titans. The New York Giants also picked linebacker Arvell Reese shortly after.
Key points
Carnell Tate was drafted fourth overall by the Tennessee Titans
Tate is the highest-drafted wide receiver in Ohio State history
Arvell Reese was selected by the New York Giants
Cam Ward was the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft
Ohio State football made a notable impact in the 2026 NFL Draft
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The following pick, the New York Giants selected linebacker Arvell Reese, the second linebacker/edge rusher prospect taken. Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey went to the Jets with the No. 2 overall pick.
Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Carnell Tate poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Q&A
Who was the highest drafted Ohio State player in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Carnell Tate was the highest drafted Ohio State player, selected fourth overall by the Tennessee Titans.
Which team drafted Carnell Tate in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Carnell Tate was drafted by the Tennessee Titans with the fourth overall pick.
What position did Arvell Reese play and which team drafted him?
Arvell Reese, a linebacker, was selected by the New York Giants in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Who was the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft that will team up with Carnell Tate?
Cam Ward, a former Miami quarterback, was the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and will team up with Carnell Tate.
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Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Carnell Tate poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs poses with his parents Gary Downs and Tanya Shorter Downs on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Caleb Downs (C) of Ohio State pose with Gary Downs (R) and Tanya Shorter Downs (L) prior to the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses with his parents Jason McDonald and Kristi Green on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Arvell Reese of Ohio State arrives prior to the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese poses with his parents Alex Reese and Maeko Walker on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Carnell Tate poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Carnell Tate poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Carnell Tate poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs poses with his parents Gary Downs and Tanya Shorter Downs on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Caleb Downs (C) of Ohio State pose with Gary Downs (R) and Tanya Shorter Downs (L) prior to the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald poses with his parents Jason McDonald and Kristi Green on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Arvell Reese of Ohio State arrives prior to the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese poses with his parents Alex Reese and Maeko Walker on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Ohio State football players suit up for NFL draft red carpet
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
With the No.7 pick, the Commanders selected Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles.
Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Carnell Tate is selected by the Tennessee Titans as the number four pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on April 23, 2026.
Ohio State Buckeyes receiver Carnell Tate is selected by the Tennessee Titans as the number four pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on April 23, 2026.
See social media reactions to the Ohio State players selected in the 2026 NFL draft below.
