Top five Ohio State Buckeye football players of all time.

Ranking the top five Ohio State Buckeye football players of all time is subjective. Here’s a widely regarded list:

5. Eddie George (RB, 1992-1995)

– Heisman Trophy winner in 1995
– Ran for over 1,900 yards and 24 touchdowns in his Heisman-winning season
– Set numerous school records and had a successful NFL career

4. Cris Carter (WR, 1984-1986)

– First Ohio State player to record 1,000 receiving yards in a season
– Set school records for receptions and receiving touchdowns
– Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013

3. Chris Spielman (LB, 1984-1987)

– Two-time All-American and Lombardi Award winner
– One of the most dominant linebackers in college football history
– Had a distinguished NFL career and is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame

2. Orlando Pace (OT, 1994-1996)

– Two-time Lombardi Award winner
– Unanimous All-American and one of the most dominant offensive linemen in college football history
– Inducted into both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame

1. Archie Griffin (RB, 1972-1975)

– The only two-time Heisman Trophy winner in college football history (1974, 1975)
– Led Ohio State to four Big Ten titles and a national championship game appearance
– Finished his career with over 5,500 rushing yards, setting numerous school and conference records
– Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame and had a successful professional career with the Cincinnati Bengals