Alabama, Ohio State pro days draw decision-makers by the dozen

Decision-makers flocked to Columbus for Ohio State's annual pro day on Wednesday with more than a dozen general managers and head coaches confirmed in attendance to see the Buckeyes strut their stuff. A flex for the pro pipeline developed by head coach Ryan Day and his well-paid coaching staff, the Buckeyes are on target to approach their record of 14 players drafted in 2025 and have at least four players projected to be selected in the first round next month. New York was extremely well-represented with head coach and general manager combinations for the Jets and Giants front and center.

The Jets own the second overall pick and general manager Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn were in attendance, as were Giants head coach John Harbaugh and general manager Joe Schoen. The Giants have the No. 5 pick.

Harbaugh had significant face time with linebacker Sonny Styles and caught up with Arvell Reese, a versatile linebacker who participated in defensive line drills on Wednesday. The Giants also visited with safety Caleb Downs and could have interest in wide receiver Carnell Tate. The Jets are expected to select a quarterback at some point in the draft and sent members of the staff to Tuscaloosa for quarterback Ty Simpson's pro day at Alabama.

Simpson said he has a private workout with the Jets scheduled for Friday. They also hold the 16th overall pick. The Cleveland Browns did not attend the campus pro day but already have hosted Simpson for a top-30 visit, as have the Pittsburgh Steelers and Arizona Cardinals.