Earl Little Jr. Steps Into Buckeyes' Secondary | Ohio State Buckeyes Football News

Earl Little Jr. is Ohio State’s explosive new safety, a fifth-year transfer from Florida State with elite range and turnover-hunting instincts—comparable to the departed Caleb Downs. Despite a torn labrum setback early in his career, he rebounded brilliantly at FSU, leading the team with 76 tackles, forcing two fumbles, snagging four interceptions, and earning second-team All-ACC honors. A four-star recruit and son of NFL veteran Earl Little Sr., he brings physicality, leadership, and proven playmaking to a Buckeyes secondary desperate for impact. Expected to start at strong safety alongside Jaylen McClain, Little is poised to be the cornerstone of Ohio State’s defensive rebuild. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8e1777e448a91281