This Week in Twitter is a look at some of the week's best and most entertaining tweets from Buckeyeland and beyond.
It was a weird week for Twitter with the launch of that new social media app that features an audience of photo-obsessed celebrities and their admirers trying to figure out text-based engagement. By the way, follow Eleven Warriors on Threads!
Meanwhile, the news cycle never took a break, and Ohio State athletes were no exception to that rule. During the white party video at the Fanatics founder's home that made rounds around the Internet earlier this week, fans noted Stroud in attendance at around 0:23 seconds into the production.
A literal movie - white party 2023 recap pic.twitter.com/1D3vlpCNBq
— Michael Rubin (@michaelrubin) July 4, 2023
Stroud seemed to enjoy himself, although he's clearly already dreading no longer having the elite talent standing next to him that he once did in Ohio Stadium.
I cant believe this is a real picture pic.twitter.com/yGGQWn85hr
— B1G_Ryan (@B1G_Ryan) July 5, 2023
That said, Jaxon Smith-Njigba generated some controversy of his own in the digital space this week after an early all-time Ohio State receivers list sparked a widespread conversation — and even a revision — from the man that left his mark on the Rose Bowl forever.
This the one right here.. I was rushed last time please excuse that..maybe David Boston somewhere in there https://t.co/ab3uCeCZOU
— JSN (@jaxon_smith1) July 7, 2023
While we would hardly call Stroud or JSN clout chasers, it would still appear Paris Johnson Jr. sets the standard for character among Ohio State's latest NFL draft class...
This is what the game is about! Go Cards! https://t.co/yCPnyHFFdI
— Paris Johnson Jr. (@ParisJohnsonJr) July 3, 2023
... with more standout talent on the way.
Chatting this morning with an NFL scouting friend.
— Matt Miller (@nfldraftscout) July 5, 2023
His preseason grade on Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison, Jr. is a perfect score.
"No weaknesses. Might be the best player in the class," he said.
While Route Man Marv continues to dominate the skies, look for Steele Chambers to handle ground control duties with the help of Columbus' favorite pizza ship awareness advocate.
Finally got some wheels!! Welcome to the family Ruby!! Appreciate you @RickRicart @ricartautomotive pic.twitter.com/0j75RfUPGK
— steele chambers (@steeleC22) July 3, 2023
Also this week, the Delaware County Board of Commissioners implemented the change in Genoa Township Road's name to "Dimitrious Stanley Way," in honor of the former Ohio State wide receiver that passed away in February after a four-year battle with prostate cancer.
An amazing tribute to a most deserving man. Miss Dakota, the long & winding road, that leads to your door, will never disappear.#HisWay #Dimitrious pic.twitter.com/Hw8KA7TruM
— Anthony Rothman (@AnthonyRothman) July 1, 2023
In happier cancer news surrounding Ohio State football, the story of offensive lineman Avery Henry got some media attention this week as Henry prepares to celebrate his second month cancer-free following the start of chemo treatments in January.
"No matter what it is we are going to keep fighting"
— Adam King (@AdamKing10TV) July 8, 2023
Ohio State's motto is Fight, for OL Avery Henry it took on a different meaning in December when he was diagnosed with a form of bone cancer.
Today he is cancer free and continuing to fight, with Buckeye nation behind him: pic.twitter.com/9up5EYPDT2
Meanwhile in the NBA, Mike Conley continues to age like fine wine.
NEWS: Mike Conley Wins 2022-23 NBA Sportsmanship Award
— Timberwolves PR (@Twolves_PR) July 7, 2023
Full release:https://t.co/tXtMfPk5xn
Conley somehow got caught off-guard winning the award a fourth time, and the NBA made sure to highlight the comments he made at the NBA Convention in Las Vegas during the first week of Summer League.
Mike Conley on winning the NBA Sportsmanship Award for the 4th time after being surprised with the award at @nbaconofficial pic.twitter.com/tg4x2UwZDN
— NBA (@NBA) July 7, 2023
Conley wasn't the only Ohio State guard to turn heads in Sin City this week, as the Buckeye faithful finally got to welcome E.J. Liddell back to the basketball court!
E.J. @OhioStateHoops | #SummerPelicans pic.twitter.com/gVpMjrAHnj
— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) July 7, 2023
And while most of the NBA audience will have their eyes glued to Victor Wembanyama when it comes to the San Antonio Spurs going forward, Ohio State can look on at Malaki Branham's own career development with glee.
Malaki Branham tonight:
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) July 6, 2023
32 Points
5 Rebounds
50% FG
50% 3P
100% FT pic.twitter.com/RIafcA5jPH
And guess who else made the Buckeye basketball news cycle this week? Trevor Thompson!
... bwin (29., 2.13), 2023-2024.
— Peristeri BC (@peristeribc) July 6, 2023
https://t.co/qGY0pC95qo pic.twitter.com/2mF3U53UXz
Finally, we conclude This Week in Twitter with a nod to the hard work performed by student journalists aspiring to become guardians of truth.
OSU's excellent student newspaper, the Lantern, successfully sues the tight-lipped university for docs surrounding ex president's sudden resignation. OSU screws over its own student paper by sending docs to all media outlets. These people.https://t.co/hRlzHhycSO
— Marty Schladen (@martyschladen) July 7, 2023
