C.J. Hicks, who was the nation's top-ranked linebacker in his recruiting class three years ago, is moving to defensive end as ...

C.J. Hicks is now a member of Larry Johnson’s position group as he makes the move to playing edge defender full-time after three years as a backup linebacker for Ohio State.

C.J. Hicks is moving from linebacker to defensive end as a senior. “He’s done an outstanding job thus far,” Ohio State defensive line coach Larry Johnson said. “He’s bought in ...