Max Klare might not be a household name yet, but he has the tools to be one of Ohio State’s most impactful players in 2025, without necessarily leading the stat sheet. The tight end transfer from Purdue is a different breed at his position. It’s his versatility in Ryan Day and Brian Hartline’s scheme that could make him a nightmare matchup and a real problem for Texas when the Buckeyes host the Longhorns. At 6-foot-4 with the frame to block in-line and the athleticism to split out wide, Klare offers OSU the flexibility few tight ends can match.

Here’s the beauty of Klare’s role. As noted by Kyle Jones of Eleven Warriors, he can start a play like a traditional tight end, lined up tight to the offensive line, or he can flex out like a slot receiver. If Ohio State rolls out a formation

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