Emanuel Ruffin
Emanuel Ruffin is a four-star recruit from Bessemer, AL, out of Bessemer City (No. 252 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Ohio State's 8 games this season.
Where Ruffin comes from
- Bessemer, AL
- Bessemer City
- About 500 miles from Ohio Stadium
- Four-star, No. 252 in the 2026 class.
Where Ruffin fits
Ohio State lists 18 defensive linemen this season.
Ohio State defensive linemen with a game this season
Ohio State is 6-2, No. 11 in the AP poll (week 10). Next: vs Oregon, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
Also from Bessemer, AL
Where to follow
Splits
Home and road splits, scheme and staff
Supporting cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Ryan Day
Pass share
45.0%
250 pass / 306 run
Plays / game
69.5
8 games
Team sack rate
5.8%
275 dropbacks · PBP
Scheme: Run-leaning.
Awards
A four-star recruit at defensive lineman for Ohio State -- now projected at an All-Conference level up front.
No college stat recorded yet. Here's what we know.
Grades highest in power moves and hit power.
Ohio State has produced 20 All-Conference defensive linemen and 2 All-Americans. 24 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2013. Kayden McDonald was one of them, an All-American.
Joined Ohio State in 2026
- 2026 Ohio State DayYear 1 · Games –
- High school Bessemer CityBessemer, AL · Class of 2026Four-star, No. 252 in the 2026 class. Signed with Ohio State.
2026
- Signed with Ohio StateFour-star, out of Bessemer City