Joel Klatt announces all-21st century college football team without Buckeyes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 9:01 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Fox analyst Joel Klatt named his All-21st Century college football team on July 13, featuring 23 players, none of whom are from Ohio State. Despite the Buckeyes' history of national championships and notable players, Klatt opted for athletes from other programs in key positions. Among those considered but not selected were wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and safety Caleb Downs. Klatt praised Downs as the smartest player he's covered but ultimately chose Tyrann Mathieu and Minkah Fitzpatrick for the nickelback position instead.
- •Joel Klatt revealed his all-21st century team on July 13.
- •Ohio State had no players selected despite past successes.
- •Jeremiah Smith and Caleb Downs were among those considered.
- •Klatt named Tyrann Mathieu as the nickelback in his final team.
- 9:01 PMYahoo Sports — No Buckeyes made Joel Klatt's all-century team. Here's who was snubbed
"Fox analyst Joel Klatt released his all 21st century college football team, but no Ohio State players made the cut.
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