Notre Dame's Chase Hounshell to join Ohio State as graduate transfer

Ohio State added some depth at tight end Monday, with Notre Dame's Chase Hounshell announcing he'll join the Buckeyes as a graduate transfer for the 2016 season.

"I can't thank Notre Dame enough, but I am excited to announce I will be transferring to THE Ohio State University," Hounshell said on Twitter, adding, "Go Bucks!"

The 6-foot-4, 255-pounder appeared primarily as a blocking tight end in 13 games with the Fighting Irish in 2015. He caught just one pass for 6 yards on the campaign.

As per NCAA graduate transfer rules, Hounshell will be eligible to play immediately next season provided he graduates in May as scheduled.