ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller ranks Ohio State's 2026 first-round wide receiver Carnell Tate against the five Buckeyes who preceded him in the first round since 2022. Tate, projected as a top-10 pick and WR2 on Miller's board, is compared to Marvin Harrison Jr. (2024), Jaxon Smith-Njigba (2023), Garrett Wilson (2022), and Chris Olave (2022). Tate's predraft profile highlights his route running, body control likened to Justin Jefferson, and strong hands, with only one drop on 67 targets last season.

He caught 51 passes for 875 yards and nine touchdowns in 11 games, showcasing his ability to play above the rim. Miller's analysis positions Tate as a potential game-changer, fitting with teams like the Giants or Chiefs, continuing Ohio State's trend of producing high-end NFL receivers.