Dominick Kelly aims to impact Ohio State's secondary this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:01 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Dominick Kelly, a transfer cornerback from Georgia, is preparing for his first season with Ohio State. After a solid spring showing, Kelly impressed coaches with his adaptation to the team's defensive system. His performance led to him earning first-team snaps during fall camp. While the Buckeyes' secondary is competitive, Kelly brings valuable depth and is seen as a potential future starter as Jermaine Mathews Jr. may declare for the NFL Draft after the season. Kelly's experience includes 10 games for Georgia last season, where he contributed three tackles and three pass breakups.
- •Dominick Kelly transferred from Georgia to Ohio State in 2026.
- •He previously logged three tackles and three pass breakups at Georgia.
- •Kelly earned first-team snaps during fall camp.
- •His presence adds depth to a competitive Ohio State secondary.
- •Coaches envision Kelly as a potential starter in coming seasons.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Player to watch: Dominick Kelly could be the future of the Buckeye secondary
"After a strong offseason, the transfer cornerback from Georgia is looking to impress this fall.
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