October 6, 2024

C.J. Stroud's throws to NFL draft prospects Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave impress at Ohio State Buckeyes' pro day

5:45 PM ET COLUMBUS, Oh. — Ohio State’s pro day offered a sneak peek at one of the best NFL draft prospects — for 2023. Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud made 55-yard throws look effortless inside the school’s indoor practice facility on Wednesday. With representatives from all 32 teams watching, including a few NFL head coaches, Stroud threw passes to wide receivers Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave, both ranked in the top 25 on ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr.’s big board. Olave believes Stroud, who is a year shy of being draft eligible, should be projected as the top quarterback in the 2023 draft class. “I thought he was already,” Olave said. “C.J. is a rare talent, man. I say that from my heart. I know he’s been through a lot. I’m glad he’s in the position he’s in today.” Houston Texans coach Lovie Smith, Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera and…

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