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Garrett Stover

LB · #23 ·
Height6'1"
Weight228 lbs
Est. eligibility3 yrs
Production index
Low
Roster status
Rostered
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Last updatedNov 5, 2026, 3:19 PM
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Background

Ohio State Overview • Garrett is in his second season with the program and has four seasons of eligibility • He played in five games in 2024, including the CFP first-round game against Tennessee, and red-shirted the season • He is an OSU Scholar-Athlete majoring in communication Honors & Awards 2024: OSU Scholar-Athlete More on Garrett • Garrett was a member of the 2024 Ohio State class of recruits • He enrolled in classes in January 2024 and went through spring drills with the Buckeyes • He was the No. 3-ranked player in the state of Ohio and a four-star prospect by 247Sports • Garrett was the No. 3-ranked player in the state of Ohio and four-star prospect by 247Sports • Had rankings of No. 150 overall and the No. 7 linebacker by On3 • Played in the 2024 All-American Bowl in San Antonio • Totaled 89 tackles, three tackles for loss, three sacks and two interceptions this fall as a senior while earning first team All-Ohio honors • Added two pass break-ups, two quarterback hurries, one forced fumble, one pass breakup and a blocked punt • Was a first-team All-Ohio pick during his junior season when he finished with 92 tackles, 12 tackles for loss and seven pass breakups despite missing three games due to injury • Is the cousin of Buckeye TE Cade Stover • Played safety as a freshman and sophomore before moving to linebacker full-time last season as a junior • Competes in the 100-meter dash, 4x400 relay, high jump and the long jump with the track and field team • Parents are Lindsey and Bubba Stover

Hometown
🏴󠁵󠁳󠁯󠁨󠁿Sunbury, OH
High schoolBig Walnut
Scholarship--
Career path
  • Enrolled
    Garrett Stover (LB) enrolled in The Ohio State University
  • SignedDec 20, 2023
    Garrett Stover (LB) signed with The Ohio State University
Career stats
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Profile last updated Nov 5, 2026