Northwest Ohio Ohio State All-Time Team

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Offense

QB - Bobby Hoying (1992-95) St. Henry

During his time as a Buckeye Bobby Hoying excelled on and off the field. He was a three year started and named co-captain in 1995. At the time of his graduation he held over half of the Buckeyes passing records. He was also named to the Academic All-American team and was given the William V. Campbell Award which goes to the college football player who excels on the field, in the classroom and in the community.

RB - Pete Stinchcomb (1917-20) Fostoria

One of Ohio State’s first great player, Gaylord “Pete” Stinchomb put his name in the record books early on. Stinchcomb was named an All-American in 1919 and 1920 as well as being named All-Big Ten those same years. For his years as a Buckeye he was elected into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1973.

FB - Jim Otis (1967-69) Celina

“Big” Jim Otis was known as one of the most punishing runners of his time. As a senior in 1969 was named as both an All-American and All-Big Ten fullback. He was a starter for three years at that position where as a senior he would be named team MVP. Otis average 94.1 yds per game as a Buckeye with his most memorable game coming in a win over Michigan in 1968 where he scored four touchdowns before helping them win a national championship that same year.

WR - Dane Sanzenbacher (2007-10) Toledo Central Catholic

Dane Sanzenbacher was a two year starter for the Buckeyes. As a senior he was named first team All-Big Ten and was selected as the team MVP. He tied the Ohio State record for most receiving touchdowns in a game when he hauled in four against Eastern Michigan in 2010.

WR - Bob Shaw (1941-42) Fremont Ross

Bob Shaw was a shining light for the Buckeyes during the onset of World War II. He was selected to both the All-Big Ten and All-American teams in 1942. That same year he helped Ohio State to their first even national championship. Shaw would cut his time as a Buckeye short to serve for the 104th Infantry Division in the European Theatre.

TE - Truck Myers (1919-21) Bucyrus

Cyril “Truck” Myers was an all-around athlete for the Buckeyes. He was captain of the 1921 team where he also was named first team All-Big Ten and All-American. His leadership helped Ohio State claim a Big Ten title in 1920 and outscore opponents 110-14 in 1921.

OT - Orlando Pace (1994-96) Sandusky

One of the best Buckeyes to ever play at any position, Orlando Pace was an immovable force while at Ohio State. Pace won the Lombardi Award in both 1995 and 1996 and added the Outland Trophy and Big Ten MVP to his collection in 1996 as well. He also came awfully close to winning the Heisman Trophy that same year. He was also named Big Ten Freshman of the year in 1994, Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year in 1996 and Big Ten Lineman of the year in 1995 and 1996. Pace also earned All-American status in both 1995 and 1996 as well as being named All-Big Ten those same years. He was team MVP in 1996 and finally selected into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2014.

OT - Jack Mewhort (2010-13) Toledo St. John’s

Jack Mewhort was a force of a tackle for the Buckeyes during his three years as a starter. During his co-captain senior year he was named first team All-American, first team All-Big Ten and team MVP. He was the first offensive lineman to be named team MVP since 1996.

OG - Ted Smith (1973-75) Gibsonburg

Ted Smith was known as a Champion for the Buckeyes. The Buckeyes won the Big Ten title each of Ted’s three years on the team. He was also named as an All-American and All-Big Ten player in 1975. Ted led the way for both of Archie Griffen’s Heisman campaigns.

OG - Jim Parker (1954-56) Toledo Scott

Jim Parker was like a brick wall to his opponents while suiting up for the Buckeyes. Parker won the Outland Trophy in 1956 along with being first team All-American and first team All-Big Ten in 1955 and 1956. As a senior he was also named the team MVP. Jim was elected to the college football hall of fame in 1974.

C - Jack Lininger (1946-49) Van Wert

Jack Lininger was an all-purpose athlete for the Ohio State Football team. As a senior in 1949 he was a first team All-Big Ten selection as well as being named team MVP for his role in helping Ohio State win the Big Ten title.

K - Josh Huston (2001-05) Findlay

Josh Huston had a cannon for leg while kicking for the Buckeyes. He was named to the All-Big Ten team as a senior and helped Ohio State share the Big Ten title. He is tied for the Ohio State record for most field goals in a game which he did when he made five against Texas in 2005. He is also one of less than 25 Buckeyes to score over 100 points in a season.

Defense

CB - William White (1984-87) Lima Senior

William White was a stellar underclassman cornerback for the Buckeyes. He was a four year starter that helped the Buckeyes to the Big Ten title in 1984 and 1986. As a senior in 1987 he was named captain and earned All-Big Ten honors. He is tied for the most interceptions in a single game in Buckeye history when he had three against West Virginia in 1987.

CB - Gerry Krall (1946-49) Toledo Libbey

Gerry Krall was a leader for the 1949 Big Ten champion Buckeyes. As a senior he was an All-Big Ten first team selection. That same year he helped lead the Buckeyes to a Rose Bowl win over No. 3 California.

S - Damon Moore (1995-98) Fostoria

Damon Moore was a hard hitting safety at Ohio State. As three year starter for the Buckeyes he helped Ohio State to Big Ten titles in 1996 and 1998. He was also named first team All-Big Ten in 1997 and 1998. In addition, he was named first team All-America in 1998. Moore is also tied for the most interceptions in one game when he picked three against Iowa in 1996.

S - Gerald Ehrsam (1966-68) Toledo Rogers

Gerald Ehrsam was a force for the Buckeyes for three years. He helped Ohio State to a national championship in 1968. Ehrsam is one of only less than half a dozen NWO athletes to play safety for the Buckeyes.

LB - Gary Moeller (1960-62) Lima Senior

Gary Moeller was a three starter for the Buckeyes. As a senior he was co-captain for Ohio State. Moeller was a shining star for Buckeyes squad that was in the middle of 14 year Big Ten titleless drought.

LB - Tom Lease (1989-92) Kenton

Tom Lease was classic fill the gap linebacker who was a two starter for Ohio State. He played both inside and outside linebacker. Lease is the last ever player from Hardin County to play for Ohio State.

LB - Ross Homan (2006-10) Coldwater

Ross Homan was a three year starter for the Buckeyes. As a senior he was named co-captain and first team All-Big Ten. He was a part of four Big Ten championship teams and led the team in tackles in 2009.

DL - Tim Anderson (2000-2003) Clyde

Tim Anderson was a three year starter for Ohio State who helped to a Big Ten title and National Championship in 2002. As a senior in 2003 he was named as a co-captain and selected to the first team All-Big Ten squad. In the Illinois game in 2002 he blocked a 4th down pass in overtime to avoid the upset and ensure an undefeated season.

DL - Luther Henson (1977-80) Sandusky

Luthern Henson was a forceful defensive lineman at Ohio State. Henson was a two year starter for the Buckeyes who was a part of two Big Ten championship teams. In 1979 he was named as a member of the first team All-Big Ten squad.

DL - Bob Brudzinski (1973-76) Fremont Ross

Bob Brudzinski was one of the most agile lineman to play for the Buckeyes. He was a first team All-American in 1976. Brudzinski was also named first team All-Big Ten in 1975 and 1976 and was team in 1976 as well. As a senior he helped Ohio State to an Orange Bowl win over Colorado.

DL - Paul Schmidlin (1967-69) Toledo Rogers

Paul Schmidlin made his impact as a Buckeye early on. Schmidlin was a three year starter for the Buckeyes where he won two Big Ten titles and a National Championship. As a senior in 1969 he was a first team All-Big Ten selection.

P - Tyson Gentry (2004-08) Perkins

Tyson Gentry is the only punter from Northwest Ohio to play for the Buckeyes for more than one season. During his time as a Buckeye he transitioned into playing wide receiver full time. He suffered a permanent neck injury during a practice and has since lunched the New Perspective Foundation.