Eddrick Houston

Ohio State Overview • Eddrick is in his second season with the program and is vying for a starting role on the interior of Ohio State's defensive line • He played in 15 games for the 2024 CFP national champions and earned his first Varsity O letter • His 141 snaps on defense were the most among the freshman class in 2024 • His playing time steadily increased as the season progressed to the point of him playing double digit snaps in all four of the Buckeyes' CFP games • Totaled seven tackles on the season and two pass break-ups • Had high games of three total tackles vs. Purdue and two solo tackles vs. Notre Dame in the CFP title game • Earned OSU Scholar-Athlete honors and is majoring in sport industry Honors & Awards 2023: OSU Scholar-Athlete More on Eddrick • Eddrick was Ohio State’s top-rated recruit on the defensive side of the ball in Ohio State's 2024 recruiting class according to 247Sports • He enrolled in classes at Ohio State in January, 2024 • A five-star prospect and the nation’s No. 6-ranked defensive end • Had an overall national ranking of No. 25 according to 247Sports • In 12 games as a senior, he totaled 45 tackles, 12.0 tackles-for-loss and 5.0 sacks • Buford finished 11-2 and advanced to the third round of the state playoffs • As a junior, he finished with 64 tackles, 11.0 tackles-for-loss, 10 sacks and 15 quarterback pressures • Was a MaxPrep’s Junior All-America second team selection. • Named to the Gwinnett Daily Post Super Six and Atlanta Journal Constitution Super 11 list prior to the start of the 2023 season • Mother is Siobhan Leslie