Arvell Reese
Attended Glenville HS in Cleveland, Ohio. Ohio Division IV Defensive Player
of the Year. Won a state championship in high school. Rated as a 4-star recruit. Committed to
Ohio State over local competitors.
COLLEGE: Limited role as a true frosh in 2023 due to a concussion (six games, no stats).
Contributed as a special-teamer in 2023 and as a rotational player behind Sonny Styles and
Cody Simon in 2024. Exploded in 2025: 62 tackles, 10 TFL, 6.5 sacks — anchored the nation's
stingiest defense (7.8 PPG allowed). Stands 6-4, 243 pounds with elite length and lower-body
power. A hybrid defender used as both off-ball LB and stand-up EDGE.
DRAFT PROJECTION: Round 1 top-5. Declared January 8, 2026. Pro comp: Micah Parsons / Abdul
Carter. Jets at #2 are a perfect schematic fit. Jeremiah has him #5 overall. Key question: is
he an off-ball LB or a full-time EDGE at the next level?
Scouting Profile
Combine / Pro Day Measurables (reported)
| 40-yard dash | 4.58 |
| Vertical jump (in) | 36.0 |
| Broad jump | 10'2" |
| Bench press (225 reps) | 20 reps |
| 3-cone drill | 7.08 |
| 20-yard shuttle | 4.27 |
| Wingspan | 82.5" |
| Hand size | 10 1/4" |
Numbers compiled from NFL Scouting Combine results, Pro Day box scores, and beat-writer reports. "Reported" means cross-referenced against multiple sources; verify on nfl.com/combine for definitive marks.
College Career Stats
- 2023 OSU (Fr): 6 games, special teams only (concussion)
- 2024 OSU (So): rotational behind Styles + Cody Simon, 18 tackles, 2.5 sacks
- 2025 OSU (Jr): 62 tackles, 10 TFL, 6.5 sacks — anchor of the #1 scoring D (7.8 PPG)
Strengths
- EDGE/LB hybrid versatility — can rush from the edge or drop into coverage
- Elite first-step burst off the snap
- 82.5" wingspan stresses tackles' kick-slide protection
- Heavy power on the bull rush — converts speed to power cleanly
- Lower-body explosiveness translates to angle of attack vs the run
Weaknesses / Areas to Develop
- Pass-rush counter plan is still raw — relies on first-move wins
- Only one full year of starter snaps; consistency week-to-week unproven
- Position designation matters — NFL teams will need to commit to EDGE or off-ball
NFL Pro Comparison
Micah Parsons — same dual-eligible EDGE/LB profile, similar burst, similar coverage upside, similar physical traits
Outcome Range
- Floor: Designated pass rusher with 7-8 sacks/yr
- Median: Pro Bowl off-ball LB or 12-sack EDGE
- Ceiling: Parsons-tier All-Pro defensive cornerstone — DPOY trajectory
Scheme Fit
Multiple-front 3-4 OLB or 4-3 SAM where he can rush on 3rd downs and play coverage on 1st-2nd; perfect for a Mike Macdonald / Dan Quinn scheme
Pre-Draft Visits
Top-30 visits reported with the New York Jets and Cleveland Browns
Signature College Game
2025 vs Penn State: 3 sacks, 5 TFL, 1 forced fumble — single-handedly disrupted the PSU offense in a 24-3 win
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