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Why C.J. Stroud is smart choice for No. 1 overall pick

IMG_7408by:Andy Backstrom•04/19/23•

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C.J. Stroud by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images
Former Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud posted an 85-to-12 touchdown-to-interception ratio during his two-year run as the Buckeyes' starter. (C.J. Stroud by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

COLUMBUS — It might be smokescreens, it might be cause for concern, but Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud appears to be sliding ever so slightly in the draft, at least that's what mocks are suggesting. Stroud, however, is used to being doubted.

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