Ohio State Offensive Lineman transfer Zen Michalski commits to Indiana football

Indiana picks up commitment from Ohio State transfer OT Zen Michalski

Jan 1, 2025; Pasadena, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive end Jordan Burch (1) is blocked by Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Tegra Tshabola (77) and Josh Fryar (70) during the first quarter at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images
Jan 1, 2025; Pasadena, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive end Jordan Burch (1) is blocked by Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Tegra Tshabola (77) and Josh Fryar (70) during the first quarter at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images | Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Former Ohio State offensive tackle Zen Michalski is transferring to Indiana, according to multiple reports.

Michalski was a backup for most of his four seasons with the Buckeyes, making his only career start this season against Nebraska. The offensive lineman suffered an injury in the fourth quarter of that game sidelined him for the rest of the regular season.

Michalski was a four-star prospect according to the 247Sports rankings. He was ranked the number 21 offensive tackle, the number 208 overall player, and ranked as the number No. 2 prospect in the state of Indiana.

I would be very surprised if he ended up being a starter for Indiana next season. They do lose a ton of guys, but I can't imagine him being the right tackle. Carter Smith is already entrenched on the other side for Indiana. Michalski can provide some depth as a senior, though.

Michalski has one season of eligibility remaining.

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