Luke Montgomery earns preseason All-American honors at Ohio State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Luke Montgomery, a fourth-year left guard for Ohio State, has been recognized as a preseason All-American by On3. He did not allow a sack during the 2025 regular season and achieved the seventh-best zone run-blocking grade in the Power Four. Montgomery joined the Buckeyes as a versatile two-way prospect from Findlay High School and became a full-time starter in 2025. His performance has been crucial to Ohio State's strong run game, supporting standout Bo Jackson. As the 2026 season approaches, Montgomery continues to gain recognition for his technical skills and consistency on the offensive line.
- •Montgomery allowed no sacks in the 2025 season.
- •He posted a zone run-blocking grade of 85.2.
- •Montgomery started all 14 games for the Buckeyes in 2025.
- •He played a key role in Ohio State's national championship run in 2024.
- •Montgomery's versatility has been crucial since his high school days.
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — College football’s most underrated guard plays at Ohio State, and his name is Luke Montgomery
"He didn't allow a sack all regular season, posted the seventh-best zone run-blocking grade in the Power Four, and just earned On3 Preseason All-American honors. Luke Montgomery has been playing like one of the best guards in the country. The rankings just haven't caught up.
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