Riley Pettijohn brings Big Ten-ready size and athletic upside to Ohio State’s linebacker room
Pettijohn entered Ohio State as a freshman linebacker with a legit college frame at 6'2", 231 pounds and early signs of impact, including defensive production and player-of-the-game recognition in 2025. Scouts have highlighted him as one of the most athletic linebackers in his class and a potential day-one contributor because he pairs size with burst and playmaking instincts rather than relying on pure bulk. He looks like a fit for a defense that values rangy, disruptive backers who can grow into a bigger role quickly.
