Ohio State's Devin Sanchez steps up as key cornerback for the season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:16 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Devin Sanchez is set to assume a prominent role as a cornerback for the Ohio State Buckeyes this season. After a freshman year filled with expectations, Sanchez played 321 snaps and earned the trust of the coaching staff. He is now slated to start opposite Jermaine Mathews Jr. this fall and has set high goals, including the Jim Thorpe Award. Sanchez's performance will be crucial, especially in matchups against top rivals such as USC, where he may be tasked with limiting receiver Tanook Hines' impact.
- •Devin Sanchez is expected to start at cornerback for Ohio State.
- •He earned significant playing time with 321 snaps last season.
- •Sanchez aims for the Jim Thorpe Award this season.
- •He will be crucial in high-stakes games, including against USC.
- •Ohio State continues to develop NFL-ready defensive backs.
- 11:16 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State Buckeyes have their next lockdown corner: Devin Sanchez
"The Ohio State Buckeyes have someone who can keep USC's best receivers in check this season. Lincoln Riley needs a creative game plan
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