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Ohio State vs. Michigan: 2020 NFL Draft prospects to watch

By Jacob Schyvinck

COLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 24: Quarterback Shea Patterson #2 of the Michigan Wolverines passes in the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on November 24, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 24: Quarterback Shea Patterson #2 of the Michigan Wolverines passes in the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on November 24, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images) /
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PISCATAWAY, NEW JERSEY – NOVEMBER 16: Shaun Wade #24, Jeff Okudah #1, Sevyn Banks #12 and Pete Werner #20 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrate an interception by Wade in the first quarter of their game at SHI Stadium on November 16, 2019 in Piscataway, New Jersey. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)
PISCATAWAY, NEW JERSEY – NOVEMBER 16: Shaun Wade #24, Jeff Okudah #1, Sevyn Banks #12 and Pete Werner #20 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrate an interception by Wade in the first quarter of their game at SHI Stadium on November 16, 2019 in Piscataway, New Jersey. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) /

Ohio State DBs vs. Michigan WRs

For Michigan to win this game, they are going to have to open up the passing game and let their receivers do work. However, that may be difficult, because Ohio State has incredible defensive backs once again.

We know about Jeffrey Okudah, who has seen his stock go up this season and is projected as a top 10 pick in mock drafts already. Okudah is so fluid with his movement skills and his recovery speed is top notch. Shaun Wade is another prospect whose stock has seen a big rise. He plays in the slot, on the outside, and in a deep safety look. Wade has good instincts and change of direction skills. While he may not get as much hype, Damon Arnette is another Ohio State defensive back to watch in this one.

The Michigan receivers will have a big test in this one, but the talent is there to make plays. Nico Collins is a size/speed nightmare who went off last week for 165 yards and three touchdowns. He can break away in open space and can win in contested situations. Donovan Peoples-Jones is another big bodied wide receiver for the Wolverines. Peoples-Jones is a little smoother as a route runner and can make plays after the catch.

This should be a fun matchup for 2020 NFL Draft analysts.

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