Carnell Tate, Ohio State Buckeyes, WR - News, Stats, Bio

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Team	Conf	Overall
IND	9-0	16-0
OHIOST	9-0	12-2
OREG	8-1	13-2
USC	7-2	9-4
MICH	7-2	9-4
IOWA	6-3	9-4
WASH	5-4	9-4
ILL	5-4	9-4
MINN	5-4	8-5
NEB	4-5	7-6
NWEST	4-5	7-6
PSU	3-6	7-6
UCLA	3-6	3-9
RUT	2-7	5-7
WISC	2-7	4-8
MICHST	1-8	4-8
MD	1-8	4-8
PURDUE	0-9	2-10

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Summary

Carnell Tate may be the safest wide receiver in the draft based on his measurements and traits. He led the nation in 2025 with six receiving touchdowns of 30 or more air yards and pairs that vertical production with a wide catch radius thanks to his wingspan. Tate is a strong separator in the middle of the field, particularly when leveraging zone coverage downfield. However, he struggled at times to play through contact at the catch point against Miami in the Cotton Bowl. It’s also worth noting much of his production came opposite Jeremiah Smith, often against No. 2 corners. At the next level, Tate should benefit from playing opposite another true No. 1 target.

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2025: Led FBS with 6 TD on throws of 30+ air yards
2025: Career highs in receiving yards (838) and receiving TD (9)

Strengths

Size, length and aggressive play style to win contested throws and finish catches outside his frame.
Polished footwork off the line to create free releases and at the top of routes to set up breaks.
Strong downfield ball skills, consistently tracking and adjusting to the football in the air.

Weaknesses

High-waisted frame leads to more methodical, less sudden breaks, particularly on comebacks.
Below-average open-field elusiveness once he gears down after the catch.
Needs to play with more physicality throughout routes to create separation.

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