So, whats next between Eichenberg and the Fighting Irish coaching staff? The junior also notched 19 tackles for loss, second only to Logan Joyce, and tabbed nine quarterback hits, four pass breakups, two interceptions, and a forced fumble. It's clear that Tommy has written his own story and going on to do his thing," said Head Coach Chuck Kyle '69. The younger Eichenberg is expected to open Saturdays top-five showdown as OSUs starting Mike linebacker. 2018: 13 Games Started at Left Tackle. When I was at the camp this past summer, he was a really nice guy, added Eichenberg of Elston. COLUMBUS, Ohio St. Ignatius coach Chuck Kyle holds a memory of Tommy Eichenberg that belongs alongside those of the many NFL talents that preceded him through that program. Similarly, During Liams school years, the athlete began his football career. Eichenberg topped the team with 81 tackles and 7.5 sacks. More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23, the eventual Ohio State football linebacker, Throughout Ohio State footballs tumultuous 2020, Tuf Borland remains the Buckeyes resilient heart. Ohio States interest in Tommy Eichenberg intensified late, after he had already committed to Boston College. Ohio State linebacker Tommy Eichenberg's brother, Liam, played offensive line for Notre Dame prior to starting his NFL career.David Petkiewicz, cleveland.com. 1 Pick, The Case for Will Levis To Be the No. I have no idea what the next step is though, to be honest. . Thats why Eichenberg, Kraemer, Hainsey and Banks spent so much time together before the team officially returned to campus in June. That might be the biggest offensive line he faces this season outside of his own in practice, and he missed a couple of tackles he probably wants back. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. It is an honor stepping into that left tackle role, Eichenberg said. He was the right guy for that ballgame.. Consequently, Liam took over as starting left tackle in 2018 and went on to play every game for the squad through 2020. by Rihannas dad, Ronald Fenty didnt know his daughter is pregnant until the Super Bowl 2023. Theyre really interested. The graduate student is one of five returning starters on an Irish offensive line group with realistic goals of being the best in the country. We don't just want guys who make a bunch of tackles or throw the shot put far. St. Ignatius proud football history includes several players who stopped at Ohio State en route to the pros DreMont Jones, LeCharles Bentley and Anthony Gonzalez among them. He played college football at Notre Dame and was drafted by the Dolphins in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft . He really likes it. Continue to visit Pro Football Network for NFL news and in-depth analysis. T Liam Eichenberg met with the media on October 4, 2021, presented by Baptist Health. 10 prospect in Ohio from the class of 2019. "With all of the work Tommy has put in, we're all pleased he's been rewarded for that.". Eichenberg has the tools necessary to develop into a terrific right tackle in the NFL. MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. - The Miami Dolphins today announced that they have signed tackle Liam Eichenberg. Similarly, Liam started playing football in high school and went on to play in the 2016 Under Armour All-American Game. Kylie Jenner took her son Aire, daughter Stormi and niece on a Disneyland trip. Eichenberg also knows what its going to take to improve on those numbers. Early years [ edit] Eichenberg was born on January 19, 1998, in Cleveland, Ohio. In football, Im a more physical guy. 1 goal is to win the Joe Moore Award, Eichenberg said of college footballs unit award for elite O-line play. At times Eichenbergs inexperience showed up. The Irish finished ranked 65th with a third-down conversion rate of 40.2 percent. What Kyle saw from the eventual Ohio State football linebacker against what he described as a highly ranked opponent will stay with him until my dying day., Very simply, he took that other team to the point where they no longer ran the ball, Kyle said. It was cool, because that was the most time that weve been together in a couple years, said Tommy, who is entering his redshirt freshman season at Ohio State. Could Day have coached Olave and the Ducks against Buckeyes? "I'm very excited for Tommy," Kyle said. The 6-foot-6, 305-pound Liam started all 26 games the past two seasons at Notre Dame. If Eichenberg feels any of it after starting two seasons at left tackle, hes not willing to admit it. We want to win the Joe Moore Award. He started 16 of 17 games in his rookie. [1] As a senior, Eichenberg was named first team All-Ohio after making 126 tackles with eight sacks, 23 tackles for loss, and five passes broken up. That tells you the most. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. We know what were doing., But at the same time, you still should be communicating. From then on, I fell in love with the game. Yet he also showed some awareness to essentially seal the victory in the fourth quarter. This trip gave Tommy a chance to hangout with his big brother, but it was also a chance to get to know the Irish staff on a better level. Simon recorded seven tackles and a sack in another impressive debut against Minnesota. Eichenberg stands at 6-foot-6, 306 pounds with adequate arm length. CFP Show Q&A, 2022 DL target Christen Miller to attend OSU-Oregon: Recruiting Roundup, Basketball learns Big Ten schedule for 2021-22 season, Home game highlights OSUs recruiting differences from Alabama, Clemson, Tickets: How to get them and how much they cost. Eichenberg grabbed the ball and took off, and when replay showed the hit had caused a fumble, he had his first career fumble recovery. (Photo: 247Sports) This may have been his first trip to Notre Dame as a legitimate target for the Fighting Irish in the class of 2019, but it wasn't his first time on campus or around the program.. As a senior in 2020, he started all . Stats and Awards. Mike Oliva recaps the Tuesday Morning Headlines for your Miami Dolphins, presented by Verizon. He stonewalled almost every pass rusher he went up against. All rights reserved (About Us). Liam's brother, Tommy, is a linebacker for Ohio State who has played in three games over two seasons. Bryan Driskell Apr 1, 2021 6:00 AM EDT Former Notre Dame left tackle Liam. [1] He attended Saint Ignatius High School and played in the 2016 Under Armour All-American Game. They showed us the numbers for LSU and Ohio State.. After three years starting at left tackle, he became a second-round pick of the Miami Dolphins last April. Tommy Eichenberg is an American football linebacker for the Ohio State Buckeyes. Eichenberg may be a new name and number in the middle of the defense, but the description of how he helps Ohio State sounds awfully familiar. His height helps him in pass coverage, which you saw in a few games. Guys are ready at different points in their careers. Last season, the Irish didnt even make the semifinalist cut. A lot of guys have sacrificed a lot for this program. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Liam footed the bill. Eichenberg moves well in space and does an excellent job of keeping his feet controlled to engage defenders in space. His older brother Liam was an All-American and 3-year starting left tackle for Notre Dame the last few seasons. I know he really likes Quinn, said Eichenberg. [2] Firstly, Liam agreed to terms with the Miami Dolphins on a four-year, $8,014,479 contract that includes a $3,188,712 signing bonus in 2021. And, So far, Liam has not been seen with any ladies. Jami Thompson He was selected in the second round (42nd overall) by Miami in the 2021 NFL Draft. 35 starting at Mike linebacker in the Buckeyes eventual 45-31 victory at Minnesota. Every single position, if you dont do your job, you may not have it. This may have been his first trip to Notre Dame as a legitimate target for the Fighting Irish in the class of 2019, but it wasnt his first time on campus or around the program. Dennis Grosel '16 will be a redshirt freshman quarterback for Boston College this season. 42 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, profiles a little differently. The Golden Gophers prefer a run-heavy approach with a big, veteran offensive line and are not afraid to put two or three tight ends on the field. Those are the types of student-athletes we want here. It gave me an opportunity to really improve on my technique and be behind Mike. He was always ready to fight through the pain. Eichenberg referred to Borland, now on the Minnesota Vikings practice squad, as a mastermind for how he studied the game. He looked over to see Tommy silently yet intensely studying the action, learning for the central roles he would later play. The rest of Eichenbergs career at St. Ignatius wasnt always a breeze. LB Palaie Gaoteote IV denied immediate eligibility waiver by NCAA, Did OSU look like countrys third-best team in Week 1? As the season goes on, you kind of forget to do that. In addition, there is no information regarding Liams parents when it comes to his family. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. The strong feelings are mutual. "Anyone who saw us playlast year knows he's a Division I football player, no doubt about it. The big, fearsome offensive lineman chose the Fighting Irish in the spring of 2016 and just recently advanced to the top spot in Notre Dame's depth chart at left tackle. Regardless of what came before him, Eichenberg would want to become a first-round draft pick. He earned a name for himself by routinely stopping the best of the best. to stay in the loop on all things college football and the NFL Draft landscape. OT Liam Eichenberg meets with the media for the first time after being selected by the Dolphins at No. Theyre like brothers to him.. Though he's just now being mocked as a late first-round pick, the pedigree never left. With Austin Jackson moving from tackle to guard,. In (offseason) strength training, he was an Iron Buckeye. A post shared by Liam . It matters how you play and how you progress, Eichenberg said. He stands at 6-1 and plays at 195 pounds, and boasts a versatile route tree. I wanted to be like him when I was growing up.. I fell in love with football because I enjoyed it, Eichenberg said. Cleveland (Ohio) St. Ignatius three-star linebacker Tommy Eichenberg made his way to South Bend for Saturdays Blue-Gold spring game. Liam returned to South Bend after about a month, weeks before most of the rest of the Irish could do so in mid-June. But the admiration from younger brother to older brother hasnt changed. But he has more important goals in my mind before trying to become a first-round pick. Eichenberg did not allow a single sack all season long and held up well against top pass-rushers like Kwity Paye, Aidan Hutchinson, Chris Rumph, Victor Dimukeje, and Drake Jackson. February 24, 2023, 7:16 am, by When he was in high school, I used to go to every single one of his games. Notre Dame offensive tackles Eichenberg and Hainsey are NFL-ready. Eichenberg wants to keep that pipeline going under current offensive line coach Jeff Quinn. But at the same time, I wasnt ready. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. When Notre Dames starting left tackle learned the coronavirus pandemic would keep him at home in the Cleveland area for an indefinite amount of time, an investment in workout equipment felt necessary. Eichenberg suffered . Likewise, In Liams uploads, he frequently discusses his work life and on-field actions. Thats all we really focus on. August 22, 2022, 4:18 pm, by Indeed, a host of Wildcats have attended Boston College and thrived. But at the same time, Im more of a team-oriented guy. We took a step back, and were starting from the beginning, Eichenberg said. %privacy_policy%. Which CFB team has the most players on active NFL rosters? Who Are Eichenberg's Parents? [4], Eichenberg redshirted his true freshman year after playing in four games. We have a bit of a heritage there, too. In pursuit of perfection, Eichenberg watches film daily for at least an hour to identify his mistakes and to form a plan to prevent them from repeating. OL Liam Eichenberg met with the media on July 29, at the Baptist Health Training Complex. It was a big change.. "We're going for number 12.". Both Martin (an NFL guard) and Stanley were named to the NFL All-Pro team last season alongside fellow Notre Dame product Quenton Nelson. Nationally renowned programs such as Penn State, Notre Dame, and Ohio State also showed interest. It took a little pressure off of it.. Jim Ramella '05 starred at right end for the Eagles, receiving the Scanlan Award, the highest honor bestowed on a Boston College football player. Entering the day, the Irish led the ACC in third-down conversion rate at 52.2. Required fields are marked *. Further, In terms of physical attributes, Liam stands at a towering 1.98 m and weighs roughly 310 lbs. Buckeye Bits, Ohio State footballs Sonny Styles loses black stripe. He left too many defenders unblocked because of mix-ups with his fellow linemen. We try not to compartmentalize, we try to educate the whole person, so it's nice to see.". 1 Pick. Eichenberg did not feel as if he had arrived then, and likely did not feel that way after his first career start. You play in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), which is pretty interesting. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Being unable to rely on its running game limited Notre Dames potency on third down. I really dont think about the guys who came before me. That happened to be the alma mater of OSU linebackers coach Al Washington. Tommy is a huge vocal guy, going back to winter workouts and getting us pumped up, Hickman said. [13] He was activated on December 27. He really likes his teammates. Liam Eichenberg OL #74 Experience: 2 years Height: 6-5 Weight: 306 lbs College: Notre Dame 2022 SEASON Summary Career Logs Splits Situational Recent Games Career Stats Offensive Line Career Biography Liam Eichenberg was a second-round pick (forty second overall) by the Dolphins in the 2021 NFL draft. Liam Eichenberg Player Profile. 42 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. OSU coach Ryan Day started mentioning Eichenbergs name more often in preseason camp sometimes listing him first among the linebacker candidates.