Josh Simmons - NFL Offensive Tackle

• Full Name: Josh Simmons
• Date of Birth: 2003 (exact date not widely published)
• Hometown: San Diego, California
• High School: Helix High School (La Mesa, CA)
• College: San Diego State University (2021–2022), Ohio State University (2023–2024)
• NFL Draft: Selected by the Kansas City Chiefs, 1st Round, Pick #32 in the 2025 NFL Draft
• Position: Offensive Tackle

• San Diego State (2021–2022): Signed with SDSU out of high school. Played in 2021 as a reserve and became a starter on the offensive line in 2022, gaining recognition for his athleticism and potential at tackle.
• Ohio State (2023–2024): Transferred to Ohio State to play in the Big Ten against elite competition. Started at right tackle in 2023 and quickly became a reliable presence on the Buckeyes’ offensive line.
• 2024 Season: Solidified his role as Ohio State’s starting tackle. Earned All-Big Ten recognition and helped protect one of the nation’s most explosive offenses.
• Declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after four total seasons of college football (2021–2024).

• All-Big Ten honors (2024)
• Multi-year starter across two Division I programs (San Diego State and Ohio State)
• Key contributor on Ohio State’s offensive line during their College Football Playoff contention

• Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs with the #32 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Selected as one of the top offensive tackles in the draft for his combination of athleticism, versatility, and experience.
• Expected to compete for playing time immediately on the Chiefs’ offensive line, protecting star quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

• One of the few offensive linemen in the 2025 draft with starting experience at two different FBS programs.
• Known for his quick footwork and ability to handle speed rushers, a skillset that stood out in the Big Ten.
• Became the first offensive lineman from Helix High School — a school known for producing NFL talent — to be drafted in the first round.