| Ross
Homan
Scout.com Headlines: |
Jard Work: Grading The Film 
Check out BSB staff writer Adam Jardy's annual Friday notebook.
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Oct 16, 2009 |
Tressel Updates Coleman, Other Situations
The coach talked about a captain's absence and the potential return of a couple of injured players
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Sep 29, 2009 |
Coleman Suspended For Indiana Game
UPDATED: OSU reacts Big Ten's one-game ban on OSU's Kurt Coleman for helmet-to-helmet hit.
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Sep 28, 2009 |
OSU Linebackers Catching Up On Rotations
Learning multiple positions the norm for Ohio State linebackers in spring practice
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Apr 21, 2009 |
Jard Work: Taking The Journey
BSB staff writer Adam Jardy offers his weekly collection of notes heading into Saturday's game.
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Nov 14, 2008 |
Jard Work: Comfortably Numb
Check out BSB staff writer Adam Jardy's weekly Friday notebook.
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Oct 10, 2008 |
Turnovers Key To Buckeye Victory
Ohio State has interception, recovers two fumbles vs. nation's No. 4 team in turnover margin.
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Sep 27, 2008 |
Checking In With The New Starters
Even the experienced Buckeyes have some new faces.
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Sep 9, 2008 |
Freeman's Move Sets Up Homan At Will
Redshirt sophomore Ross Homan is ready to take over at weakside linebacker.
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Aug 9, 2008 |
Talkin' Tressel: Thursday Edition
The OSU scout team got some early praise this week when Jim Tressel met reporters
-by BuckeyeSports.com
Nov 8, 2007 |
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Ht: 6-1
Wt: 227
40: 4.7
| Date of Birth: |
03/05/1987 |
| Birthplace: |
Coldwater,
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| 2006 Scout.com HS Football Rankings (full list): |
| Pos: LB |
Pos Rank: #14 |
Pos Rating:
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| Scout.com Player Evaluation: |
| STRENGTHS |
 Athleticism |
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| Great feel for the linebacker position. Loose hips, can change direction very well. Makes the tough tackle in space. Athletic, good coverage skills. Shows good awareness and closing speed is also exceptional. Also has tremendous short-area quickiness. Solid hitter and tackler. |
| Biography: |
| Speedy LB/RB from Division IV power Coldwater. Started as a freshman on an 11-1 playoff team. Has recorded over 500 career tackles in his first three years at LB. Has also returned 2 kickoffs for TDs.
Clocked a 4.57 at Ohio State's summer camp (2004). Averaged nearly 6 yards per carry and scored 8 TD as a RB his junior season, while racking up over 200 tackles. Projects as a Will Backer at the next level. Is ranked in the Top 10 in Ohio for the Class of 2006. Is also ranked as a Top 15 LB nationally by School Sports. Two-time 1st team All-Ohio LB. Lists Ohio State as his early leader, followed by Notre Dame, Miami, USC, Michigan & Oklahoma. |
| Scout.com Combine Results (full list): |
| Location: | Akron |
| Year: | 2005 |
| Height: | 6-0.5 |
| Weight: | 232 |
| 40-Yard Dash: | 4.69 |
| Short Shuttle: | 4.58 |
| Vertical Jump: | 30.0" |
| 3-Cone: | 7.42 |
| Broad Jump: | 8-7 |
| MSL Combine (full list): |
| Combine Location: | Cincinnati |
| Year: | 2005 |
| Height: | 6-0 |
| Weight: | 223 |
| 40-Yard Dash: | 4.93 |
| Short Shuttle: | 4.45 |
| Vertical Jump: | 27.5" |
| Figure 8: | 7.59 |
| Long Jump: | 7-11 |
| Angle Drive: | 11.57 |
| Long Shuttle: | 12.53 |
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