DALLAS — Back in August, before Ohio State football’s Tyleik Williams launched himself in the All-America conversation, NFL considerations sat on the distant horizon. Sitting inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center a couple of weeks ago, that future confronted the third-year defensive tackle right in his face. Williams committed to playing against Missouri in the Cotton Bowl, but like many of his draft-eligible teammates, held off on announcing a 2024 decision. Some players arrived at Ohio State on a three-year plan, with NFL expectations already heightened prior to their third year. Others, like Williams, caught up with the process as their play reached another level. “It came on me quick,” Williams said. “I wasn’t expecting it. but when you play good, good opportunities arise. But only having one good year, there’s definitely motivation to come back, not winning anything with my class. So there’s a lot to think…
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