Arvell Reese is Ohio State’s versatile havoc-maker at linebacker
Arvell Reese’s 2025 breakout made him one of college football’s most disruptive second-level defenders: he posted 69 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, and 2 pass breakups, earning consensus All-American and Big Ten Linebacker of the Year honors. His biggest differentiator is rare hybrid value—Ohio State used him as both an off-ball linebacker and an edge rusher, and evaluators praise his speed, length, and downhill power. The fit is obvious for teams wanting a modern, flexible linebacker who can rush, run, and cover, though his coverage efficiency and consistency still matter. [5][12][2][7]
