Jack Sawyer Biography

Jack Sawyer, born on May 6, 2002, is an American professional football linebacker who has played in the National Football League. He played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes and was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Sawyer committed to Ohio State after his sophomore season, recording 62 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, and six sacks during that season. He chose not to play during his senior season due to uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. During his senior season, Sawyer was involved in a post-game brawl following Ohio State's 13–10 loss to the Michigan Wolverines, which received widespread media attention. In the 2025 Cotton Bowl, Sawyer returned a fumble for a touchdown in the fourth quarter after a strip-sack of Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers, helping secure the win for the Buckeyes. Jack Sawyer was awarded the defensive MVP honor for his performance in the game.