#16
Blaine Bradford
Returning to Ohio State for 2026
Baton Rouge, La.
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Ryan Day
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Ohio State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Safety · Ohio State
Returning around him
- 11 Ohio State players drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -20 net (17 in / 37 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Ohio State · Last season: 12-2 (AP #3) · Talent rank #3 · 2026 recruiting class #4
Background
Majoring In Marketing High School/Personal One of the nation’s highest-rated safety prospects. Was a consensus four-star player and a top-200 recruit regardless of position. Two-sport athlete who also excels in track. Credited with 53 tackles and one blocked kick as a junior in leading Baton Roug...
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