The Men Behind the Numbers: Number 76, Jim Marshall

From Buckeye All-American to Hall of Fame Snub

77 days until kickoff! That means it’s time for another edition of The Men Behind the Numbers. Today we dive into a name synonymous with wrecking havoc on the opposing teams offense, Jim Marshall. When you think of the great defensive linemen to come through Ohio State, names like Joey Bosa, Chase Young, and Will Smith immediately come to mind. But long before those stars terrorized quarterbacks, No. 70 laid the foundation. Jim Marshall arrived in Columbus from Columbus East High School and quickly established himself as one of Woody Hayes’ toughest and most versatile players.