New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton is a big fan of the way Ohio State prepares its players for the next level.
A year after drafting wide receiver Michael Thomas and safety Vonn Bell in the second round, Payton returned to Columbus for a glance at Urban Meyer's next crop of players.
"One thing about an Ohio State football player," Payton said, "Man, they come ready. ... You know you're getting somebody who has been battle tested. They're accustomed to winning. They're accustomed to competing.
"... It's not for everybody. It's a special place."
The Saints have two picks (No. 11 and 32) in the first round of next month's NFL Draft.
