Ohio State's Cullen Brown, Blake Eiland reflect on journey to PLL
Ohio State men's lacrosse players Cullen Brown and Blake Eiland were drafted into the Premier Lacrosse League.
Two Ohio State men's lacrosse players are readying for their professional careers. Midfielder Blake Eiland and defender Cullen Brown were selected in the 2026 Premier Lacrosse League Draft on April 14. Together, they helped the Buckeyes record the NCAA's lowest goals-against average (7.
08) during the 2026 regular season. They have been close friends since arriving at Ohio State , and they ended their tenure as senior captains. Their close off-field connection may have powered their on-field chemistry, but did they ever get sick of each other?
Brown nodded with a laugh. The two naturally decided to hold a draft party together. They spent the day at Eiland's dad's house in Delaware, Ohio.
Eiland's family and both players' girlfriends were in attendance. Brown, a Maryland native, stayed in touch with family over the phone. During the second round, Brown got the call: He was selected No.
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