BREAKING: Mylan Graham’s Meteoric Rise Sends Shockwaves Through Ohio State WR Room—Is He the Next Garrett Wilson?

In the midst of another star-studded offseason in Columbus, one name has begun to leap off the field and into the headlines: Mylan Graham. The electric sophomore wide receiver isn’t just flashing potential—he’s flashing dominance. And as spring turns to summer, there’s growing buzz that Graham could be more than just a future contributor. He might be the second coming of Garrett Wilson—and he’s poised to completely disrupt the Buckeyes’ receiving hierarchy entering the 2025 season.

Once thought to be a year or two away from serious snaps, Graham’s emergence has stunned even the most plugged-in analysts and sent tremors through Ohio State’s WR depth chart. With Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka now departed for the NFL, many expected returning veterans like Carnell Tate, Brandon Inniss, and Kojo Antwi to lead the way. But according to multiple sources within the program, Graham is stealing reps, spotlight, and serious attention.

Graham arrived in Columbus last year as a five-star recruit out of Indiana, carrying hype but not headlines. Though he redshirted in 2024, his work ethic, sharp route-running, and explosive acceleration drew praise from the coaching staff. Wide receivers coach Brian Hartline, never one to overhype his players, has reportedly compared Graham’s football IQ and short-area burst to a young Garrett Wilson—a name that carries immense weight in Buckeye lore.

Now, that comparison isn’t being thrown around lightly. According to teammates, Graham has turned every scrimmage and 7-on-7 session into a personal showcase. “Mylan just moves different,” said one defensive back anonymously. “He’s got this suddenness and control—he’s always open.”

What started as whispers is now full-on noise. During spring practices, Graham routinely rotated in with the first team, even bumping projected starters out of the way during situational drills. “He doesn’t play like a redshirt freshman,” one coach noted. “He commands the offense when he’s out there. He knows where the ball needs to go and how to get open.”

That has raised serious questions about the Buckeyes’ pecking order. With highly touted prospects like Jeremiah Smith and Noah Rogers also pushing for touches, Hartline finds himself with a luxury problem—but a difficult one nonetheless. Can a second-year player really leapfrog multi-year contributors and take the WR1 mantle?

It’s dangerous to compare anyone to Garrett Wilson, the former Buckeye All-American turned NFL standout with the New York Jets. Wilson had a rare blend of agility, hands, and football instincts that made him elite from the moment he stepped on campus. But Graham’s rise is drawing real parallels, particularly from those who were around when Wilson was still developing.

He’s got Wilson’s body control and maybe even a little more straight-line speed,” one assistant coach said. “He’s not the loudest guy in the room, but he’s got that same quiet confidence. He believes he’s the best receiver here—and he’s making a case.”

This isn’t just about talent; it’s about timing. Garrett Wilson exploded during a transitional year for the Buckeyes’ offense. Now, with a new-look quarterback room and offensive scheme in place under newly promoted offensive coordinator Chip Kelly, the opportunity for a breakout star couldn’t be more ripe. And Graham seems ready to seize it.

As word spreads from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to the broader Buckeye fanbase, excitement—and debate—is growing. Social media is already flooded with clips of Graham’s crisp routes and leaping catches from spring ball. “This kid is legit,” one fan posted. “Feels like 2019 all over again.”

But others are more cautious, noting that Ohio State is always loaded at receiver and breakout buzz doesn’t always lead to on-field dominance. After all, the WR room is stacked with blue-chip talent from top to bottom. Could Graham’s hype be premature?

Ohio State heads into the 2025 season with high expectations but many unanswered questions on offense. The quarterback battle remains unresolved, and the offensive line is undergoing reshuffling. One thing, however, is becoming increasingly clear: Mylan Graham will be a central figure in whatever this offense becomes.

If his offseason trajectory continues into fall camp, don’t be surprised if Graham opens the year not just as a starter—but as the focal point of the Buckeye passing attack. He might not just follow in Garrett Wilson’s footsteps. He might blaze his own trail, one dazzling sideline grab at a time.