
Michael Ballentine brings veteran safety value to Ohio
Michael Ballentine is a seasoned Ohio Bobcats safety whose best selling point is reliability: in 2021 he played in four games and logged 14 tackles, including 12 solo stops, plus a forced fumble against Akron, showing he can finish plays and create disruption from the back end.[3] At 6-0 and 190 pounds, he has a solid build for the position and a proven football background that dates back to his time as a multi-position player in high school and college.[4][2] He’s the kind of safety who fits a team that wants toughness, tackling discipline, and situational awareness more than flashy highlight-reel stats.[3][4]