Pics: Ohio State star Jack Sawyer dazzles in style as he throws the first pitch for the Cleveland Guardians

Ohio State Buckeyes pass rusher Jack Sawyer threw the first pitch ahead of the Cleveland Guardians game on Tuesday. He is from Ohio and helped the Buckeyes win the national championship last season.

After the first pitch, the Guardians showed off the fan-favorite on the mound, flaunting the team's jersey.

As for the pitch, Sawyer had too much power behind it as it sailed over home plate.

However, he still received a great reception when he was announced for the ceremonial first pitch. He was cheered on by the crowd, who showed their appreciation for him.

Sawyer was a five-star prospect in the Class of 2021 and it was clear from the beginning that he was going to Ohio State. He starred for Pickerington High School North and received multiple offers, including from the Buckeyes, Michigan, Notre Dame and Penn State. Last season, he recorded 59 tackles, nine sacks, and three forced fumbles.

Jack Sawyer heaps praise on Ryan Day

Jack Sawyer was a star at Ohio State and credited Ryan Day for turning him into one.

Sawyer opted to return in 2024 to try and win a national championship. He praised Day for his job all season and for canceling all the noise.

"So, playing for him and seeing the way he’s responded the last few years, especially this year, it just shows everyone across the country what he’s capable of," Sawyer said to reporters on March 1, via On3. "He’s the best head coach in the country by far, I think in college football, unbiasedly. So, being able to see us have that happen, hear all the things that we heard in Columbus.”

Sawyer will turn his attention to the NFL draft. He is projected to be a late first or early second-round pick.

The 2025 NFL Draft is set for April 24-26 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.