COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State added depth to its offensive line in a big way during the summer when it landed graduate transfer Chad Lindsay from Alabama.

Now that depth is gone.

Lindsay, a fifth-year senior, announced in a statement he personally sent to the media Monday evening that his football career has come to an end because of injury.

"As most of you know, I sustained a serious injury during fall camp and, unfortunately, was re-injured last week," Lindsay wrote. "As a result, and after careful consideration, I have determined that it is time for me to walk away from football.

"I have had a great career and I will always be grateful for so many wonderful experiences. I would like to thank Coach Meyer, the coaching staff, players and trainers as it has been an honor to be a part of The Ohio State University football family. I wish the team great success for the remainder of the season. Go Buckeyes!"

Many assumed that because Lindsay was coming from Alabama that he'd slide right into Ohio State's starting line after the unit said goodbye to four seniors after last season, but he never took the job from Jacoby Boren.

Lindsay started four games for the Crimson Tide last year.