Among the 176 players and 42 coaches on the ballot this year, the only other Buckeye is offensive lineman Chris Ward, an offensive tackle who was a two-time All-American in 1976 and 1977.
, an All-American during his final college season in 2013 who hasn’t yet hit the 10-year timeframe.
When it comes to the nominating process, there can be a backlog at programs like Ohio State. That seems to be playing out with Hawk, who certainly will hit the ballot at some point. Shazier almost certainly will make the ballot as well, maybe early in his eligibility. But while making first-team All-American makes you eligible, it can take that second year of recognition to get you in.
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