DALLAS (AP) – While Urban Meyer was doing most of the talking, Cardale Jones owned the room.
Ohio State’s rising star quarterback was all big grins, silly smirks, rolling eyes and mischievous glances Tuesday, the day after he helped the Buckeyes roll Oregon 42-20 to win the first College Football Playoff national championship.
Jones said that he’s not ready for the NFL. But after just three college starts, the 22-year-old, third-year sophomore is in a unique position. Should he stay or should he go?
“Cardale’s brand right now has never been stronger, might never be stronger again in his life,” Ohio State coach Urban Meyer said.
On the other hand, the 6-foot-5, 250-pounder from Cleveland is still a raw – though enticing – prospect.