INDIANAPOLIS – The annual NFL Combine is underway in Indianapolis, bringing together over 300 college football prospects hoping to impress scouts and solidify their positions in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. Among those participating this week are several standouts from Ohio State, including defensive back Davison Igbinosun, safety Caleb Downs, defensive back Lorenzo Styles Jr., tight complete Max Klare, and offensive lineman Will Kacmarek. The event, which began on Wednesday, provides a crucial platform for these athletes to showcase their physical abilities and football intelligence as they transition to the professional level. The NFL Combine measurements are a key component of the evaluation process, offering teams standardized data points to compare potential draftees.
Thursday’s activities focused on interviews with defensive backs and tight ends, while Friday saw wide receivers and running backs take center stage. Official measurements were released Friday evening for the defensive backs and tight ends, providing a detailed look at the physical attributes of these promising players. These numbers, combined with on-field drills and interviews, will significantly influence their draft stock in the weeks leading up to April’s draft.
Ohio State Standouts Post Combine Measurements
Davison Igbinosun, a key member of the Buckeyes’ secondary, measured in at 6-foot-2 and 189 pounds, consistent with his listed weight on the Ohio State roster. He also recorded impressive arm length at 32 and 7/8 inches and a hand size of 9 and 1/8 inches. Igbinosun’s journey to Ohio State began at Ole Miss, where he played 13 games as a freshman before transferring and becoming a two-year starter alongside Denzel Burke. He finished his collegiate career with 194 total tackles, 27 passes defended, four interceptions, and three fumble recoveries, earning first-team All-Big Ten honors as a senior.
Caleb Downs, who transferred to Ohio State after a successful freshman season at Alabama, checked in at 6-foot and 206 pounds, one pound heavier than his listed weight with the Buckeyes. His arm length measured 30 and 1/4 inches, and his hands were 9 and 1/2 inches. Downs played a pivotal role in Ohio State’s defense, totaling 257 tackles, 16 tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, 12 passes defended, six interceptions, three forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery over his two seasons in Columbus.
From Notre Dame to the NFL: Styles’ Measurements
Lorenzo Styles Jr., who took a unique path to Ohio State after beginning his collegiate career at Notre Dame as a wide receiver, measured at 6-foot and 1/2 inch and 194 pounds, slightly shorter than his listed height. His arms measured 31 and 5/8 inches, and his hands were 9 and 1/2 inches. After redshirting in 2023, Styles transitioned to a starting role at nickelback last season, finishing his career with 47 total tackles, seven passes defended, and 1.5 tackles for loss.
Tight End and Offensive Line Measurements
Max Klare, a transfer from Purdue, measured 6-foot-4 and 246 pounds, one inch shorter and three pounds heavier than his previous listing. His arm length was 31 and 1/8 inches, and his hands measured 9 and 1.8 inches. Klare earned first-team All-Big Ten honors in his final season with the Buckeyes, concluding his career with 116 receptions for 1,329 yards and six touchdowns.
Will Kacmarek, who previously played at Ohio, stood at 6-foot-5 and 1/2 an inch and weighed 261 pounds, half an inch shorter and three pounds heavier than last season. His arms measured 32 and 1/4 inches, and his hands were 9 and 3/4 inches. Kacmarek helped Ohio State win a national championship in 2024 and finished his college career with 65 catches for 761 yards and four touchdowns.
The NFL Combine continues this weekend with further testing and drills, providing additional data points for teams to evaluate these prospects. The information gathered in Indianapolis will be instrumental in shaping the draft boards of NFL franchises as they prepare for the 2026 season. The next key date for these players will be their individual Pro Days, where they will have another opportunity to showcase their skills in front of team representatives.
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