Ohio State football 2021 draft comparisons

Ohio State football 2021 draft comparisons – Cornerback Shaun Wade

The 2021 NFL draft is less than a week away and we have covered a brief breakdown of the best possible comparisons for each Ohio State football players. The first day of the draft starts next Thursday in Cleveland, and although Justin Fields is likely the only candidate to be taken on that specific day, there are numerous Buckeyes ready to hear their names called on day two and beyond.

Shaun Wade once opted out of the 2020 season but rejoined the team once the Big Ten officially announced their fall season. Wade was the leader of the 2020 defensive backfield despite likely being an early-round selection in the NFL draft without taking a snap.

It’s time to take a look at some comparisons for Wade, first from an all-around perspective then we will dive into his best Ohio State alum comparison.

Player Profile

Name: Shaun Wade

Position: Cornerback

Height: 6-feet, 1-inch

Weight: 196-pounds

Day 2 "CLEATS on Ground" Thank God for Veterans, Thank my Dad who served and Thanks for all the men and women, Who gave their lives for the liberties 🗽We have today! pic.twitter.com/MaN9eBqDLY

— Shaun Wade (@shaunwade24) April 24, 2021

NEXT … The closest all-around comp to Wade

All-around Comparison: Micah Hyde

Hyde was drafted in the fifth round of the 2013 draft to the Green Bay Packers and signed with the Buffalo Bills in 2017 where he had been ever since. Hyde has been a phenomenal defensive back even earning All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors in 2017.

Wade is a better prospect than Hyde was coming out of Iowa as Wade has more athleticism and explosion, but he will be very fortunate to have the same quality career as Hyde. They are both similar in the fact that they are built like safeties and thrive on their instincts and intelligence.

Buffalo has resigned 34 year old Micah Hyde to a 1 year deal worth 2.35 million to finish his career as a Bill. Hyde has 818 tackles and 47 INTs on his career which is 5th for current players in the SML. #billsmafia #simmaddenleague

— SML Buffalo Bills (@WeenPotent) April 23, 2021

NEXT … Best former Ohio State comp

Wade’s best Buckeye Comparison: Marshon Lattimore

Lattimore was drafted in the first round of the 2017 draft to the New Orleans Saints and has been a star ever since being named to the Pro Bowl three times, earning Defensive Rookie of the Year and obviously to the All-Rookie team.

Lattimore was a better prospect coming out of Ohio State than Wade, but they both possess intriguing athleticism. The difference is Lattimore was able to use that athleticism in his transitions in coverage and Wade struggled last season tracking the receiver. But, he could put it all together at the next level and make an NFL team extremely happy with his upside and elite athleticism.