Ohio State reportedly adding to QB room for 2023 with veteran transfer out of Oregon State

Ohio State is reportedly adding a quarterback piece for the 2023 season via the transfer portal.

According to reporter Austin Ward, the Buckeyes have added former Oregon State QB Tristan Gebbia for his final season of eligibility. Though Gebbia has not had a major impact with the Beavers, he was a 4-star prospect during the 2017 recruiting class.

Gebbia has thrown for 1,250 yards and 5 touchdowns while completing 64% of his passes in limited action at Oregon State. He also has 3 rushing touchdowns and a receiving touchdown with Oregon State from 2019-22.

Heading to the offseason, it is widely expected that Ohio State’s offseason QB battle will come down to Kyle McCord or Devin Brown. McCord, a former 5-star prospect and the backup each of the past two seasons, is likely the frontrunner entering the spring.

However, there could be a benefit to Ohio State adding a player like Gebbia. With a youthful QB room (McCord was a member of the 2021 recruiting class while Brown was a true freshman in 2022), having a veteran presence like Gebbia could present an element of leadership to the group.

We’ll see how things shape up throughout the spring and heading into the summer for Ryan Day’s squad in the 2023 season.

Paul Harvey

Paul is a lifelong fan and student of all things college football. He has been covering college football since 2017 and the B1G since 2018.