Josh Simmons Explained

Josh Simmons (born December 26, 2002) is an American football offensive tackle for the Ohio State Buckeyes. He previously played for the San Diego State Aztecs.

Early life

Simmons was born on December 26, 2002, in San Diego, California.^[1] He attended and played football at Helix High School, where he was rated a four star recruit and committed to play college football at San Diego State University for the Aztecs.^{[2] [3]}

College career

San Diego State

In Simmons first career season in 2022, he started all 13 games for the Aztecs, appearing on 799 snaps.^{[4] [5]} After the conclusion of the 2022 season, Simmons decided to enter the NCAA transfer portal to continue out the rest of his college career elsewhere.^[6]

Ohio State

Simmons transferred to the Ohio State University.^{[7] [8]} Simmons entered the 2023 season as the Buckeyes starting left tackle after beating out Tegra Tshabola for the job.^{[9] [10]}

External links

• Ohio State Buckeyes bio
• San Diego State Aztecs bio

Notes and References

1. Web site: JOSH SIMMONS OT OHIO STATE . nfldraftbuzz.com . 11 November 2023.
2. Web site: Kenny . Kirk . Aztecs complete 2021 recruiting class with local lineman, graduate transfer wide receiver . San Diego Union-Tribune . 11 November 2023.
3. Web site: Biggins . Greg . Josh Simmons is staying home, commits to San Diego State . 247Sports . 11 November 2023.
4. Web site: Rabinowitz . Bill . New OSU offensive tackle Josh Simmons focused on improvement, not on starting . The Columbus Dispatch . 11 November 2023.
5. Web site: Baird . Nathan . Did Ohio State football’s ‘kind of scary’ transfer pickup save the 2023 offensive line? . Cleveland.com . 11 November 2023.
6. Web site: Kenney . Kirk . Aztecs starting offensive lineman Josh Simmons says he’s entering NCAA transfer portal . San Diego Union-Tribune . 11 November 2023.
7. Web site: Means . Stephen . What Josh Simmons’ transfer commitment means for Ohio State football . Cleveland.com . 11 November 2023.
8. Web site: Rabinowitz . Bill . Ohio State adds to offensive line with Josh Simmons, a transfer from San Diego State . The Columbus Dispatch . 11 November 2023.
9. Web site: Thompson . Cole . Ohio State Buckeyes Josh Simmons Proving Value As Potential New Starting Left Tackle . Sports Illustrated . 11 November 2023.
10. Web site: Get to know Ohio State football offensive lineman Josh Simmons . The Columbus Dispatch . 11 November 2023.