The sophomore defensive tackle entered the field as the 3-technique defensive tackle in place of the injured Tyleik Williams for the Buckeyes’ first defensive series against Marshall on Saturday.

Kanu is a third-year player from Geltendorf, Germany. He has been used sparingly in 2023, with 10 tackles and a sack in just 90 snaps. He has played the fourth-most snaps among all defensive tackles and the second-most among those who are primarily 3-techs, with 16 snaps in the Buckeyes’ first two games. He’ll be looking for his first tackle of the season against the Thundering Herd.

Jason Moore and Tywone Malone should be next in line at 3-tech, with Caden Curry potentially joining for pass rush specialty packages. Will Smith Jr. will be another option off the bench, and there’s also a chance Ty Hamilton or Kayden McDonald could slide over from nose guard.

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