Urban Meyer has placed a premium on leadership since taking over as Ohio State's head coach in 2012, and with new starters needed in every position group except quarterback this fall, the Buckeyes need a number of players to emerge before kicking off against Bowling Green in the season opener.
The rebuild in Columbus, Ohio—which entails identifying eight new starters on each side of the ball—is already underway after winter conditioning and an eventful spring camp.
With the first fall practice less than two months away, these players will be most important for the Buckeyes because they'll either provide much-needed leadership or playmaking ability to a young and new-look unit.