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Three Buckeyes Named Walter Camp All-Americans

Originally posted on FanNation Buckeyes Now
By Gaurav Law | Last updated 12/9/23

Although Ohio State's 2023 season fell short of its primary goals, Buckeyes players continue to be recognized for individual successes.

Three juniors — receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., cornerback Denzel Burke and defensive linemen Tyleik Williams were named to the Walter Camp All-America teams Friday.

Harrison became the first Ohio State to repeat as All-American since defensive end Joey Bosa did so in 2014-15. Harrison was named to the Walter Camp All-America first team last year as well.

Harrison was also named the Fred Biletnikoff Award winner Friday night and a Heisman finalist Monday after recording 67 receptions for 1,211 yards and 14 touchdowns this season. He became the first player in school history to record back-to-back seasons with 1000-plus receiving yards.

The receiver has been unclear on his return status for his senior season or going to the NFL draft, where he is a consensus top-10 pick.

Both Burke and Williams were named second-team All-Americans after helping lead the Buckeyes to a top-three scoring and overall defense in the country.

Despite missing three games, Burke recorded a team-high eight pass breakups to go along with an interception and 19 tackles. After the 2022 season where he was statistically one of the worst cornerbacks in the country, Burke returned to the elite status of his freshman year.

Williams recorded 50 tackles and three sacks, batted down five passes and picked up one of just four defensive touchdowns for the Buckeyes this year. He also recorded 10 tackles for loss, good for eighth in the Big Ten.

Although the three honorees will likely declare for the 2024 NFL draft, they have not publicly spoken on their future at Ohio State.

Perhaps the last time they are seen in scarlet and gray on the field will be against the Missouri Tigers at the Cotton Bowl Classic on Dec. 29 in Arlington, Texas.