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LGHL Chance Gray sets new Ohio State 3-point record; Ryan Day taking team to Wrigley a day early
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Chance Gray sets new Ohio State 3-point record; Ryan Day taking team to Wrigley a day early
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All the Buckeye news thats fit to re-print.
Look, we get it. Your days are busy and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a daily basis. But that’s ok, that’s what your friends at Land-Grant Holy Land are here for.
Monday through Friday, we’ll be collecting all of the articles, tweets, features, interviews, videos, podcasts, memes, photos, and whatever else we stumble across on the interwebz and putting them in our daily “Why is this News?” article. That way, you’ll have a one-stop shop for all of the most important Buckeye news, jokes, and analysis.
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Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land
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Four takeaways from Ohio State’s press conference
Bill Rabinowitz, The Columbus Dispatch
Presser Bullets: Ryan Day, Chip Kelly and Will Howard Not Concerned With Number of Noon Games for Buckeyes, Day Says Ohio Stadium Turf is Being Tested Weekly
Andy Anders, Eleven Warriors
Ryan Day responds to criticism of six straight Buckeyes Noon games
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
Key Takeaways as Buckeyes return to practice for Northwestern trip
Austin Ward, Dotting The Eyes
Q&A: Previewing Ohio State vs. Northwestern with Inside NU
Gene Ross, Land-Grant Holy Land
What do you think about Ohio State playing a football game at Wrigley Field?
Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land
Breaking Down Will Howard’s Performance in Ohio State’s Shutout Win Over Purdue
Josh Poloha, Eleven Warriors
What a ridiculous setup:
Buckeyes offensive line gaining confidence, recognition in face of adversity
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
You’re Nuts: Which Ohio State player has stepped up since the loss to Oregon?
Brett Ludwiczak and Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land
Chance Gray leads No. 12 Ohio State women’s basketball over Charlotte, 94-53
Thomas Costello, Land-Grant Holy Land
Cambridge goes down in Ohio State victory vs Charlotte
Brianna Mac Kay, The Columbus Dispatch
4 things we learned about Smith, Sheldon returning to OSU basketball
Brianna Mac Kay, The Columbus Dispatch
Gunshot victim Sasso expected to return for Ohio State wrestling
Brianna Mac Kay, The Columbus Dispatch
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Matt Tamanini via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
All the Buckeye news thats fit to re-print.
Look, we get it. Your days are busy and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a daily basis. But that’s ok, that’s what your friends at Land-Grant Holy Land are here for.
Monday through Friday, we’ll be collecting all of the articles, tweets, features, interviews, videos, podcasts, memes, photos, and whatever else we stumble across on the interwebz and putting them in our daily “Why is this News?” article. That way, you’ll have a one-stop shop for all of the most important Buckeye news, jokes, and analysis.
You’re welcome!
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Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land
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On the Gridiron
Four takeaways from Ohio State’s press conference
Bill Rabinowitz, The Columbus Dispatch
Presser Bullets: Ryan Day, Chip Kelly and Will Howard Not Concerned With Number of Noon Games for Buckeyes, Day Says Ohio Stadium Turf is Being Tested Weekly
Andy Anders, Eleven Warriors
Ryan Day responds to criticism of six straight Buckeyes Noon games
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
Key Takeaways as Buckeyes return to practice for Northwestern trip
Austin Ward, Dotting The Eyes
Q&A: Previewing Ohio State vs. Northwestern with Inside NU
Gene Ross, Land-Grant Holy Land
What do you think about Ohio State playing a football game at Wrigley Field?
Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land
Breaking Down Will Howard’s Performance in Ohio State’s Shutout Win Over Purdue
Josh Poloha, Eleven Warriors
What a ridiculous setup:
Buckeyes offensive line gaining confidence, recognition in face of adversity
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
You’re Nuts: Which Ohio State player has stepped up since the loss to Oregon?
Brett Ludwiczak and Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land
On the Hardwood
Chance Gray leads No. 12 Ohio State women’s basketball over Charlotte, 94-53
Thomas Costello, Land-Grant Holy Land
Cambridge goes down in Ohio State victory vs Charlotte
Brianna Mac Kay, The Columbus Dispatch
4 things we learned about Smith, Sheldon returning to OSU basketball
Brianna Mac Kay, The Columbus Dispatch
Outside the Shoe and Schott
Gunshot victim Sasso expected to return for Ohio State wrestling
Brianna Mac Kay, The Columbus Dispatch
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LGHL Q&A: Previewing Ohio State vs. Northwestern with Inside NU
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Q&A: Previewing Ohio State vs. Northwestern with Inside NU
Gene Ross via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Photo by Brian Spurlock/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Learn more about the Wildcats from the people that know them best.
If you’re an Ohio State fan reading this, there is probably a good chance you haven’t watched a ton of Northwestern football this season. With the Buckeyes set to face-off against the Wildcats this coming Saturday, its as good a time as any to learn a little bit about Ryan Braun and company.
We here at Land-Grant Holy Land wanted to find out more about this year’s Northwestern squad ourselves, and so we spoke with our sister site Inside NU to get the inside scoop from the people that know the Wildcats best. Editor-in-chief Adam Beck was kind enough to answer some of our questions about Ohio State’s next opponent.
LGHL: David Braun defied expectations last season with an 8-5 campaign and a bowl win. With the Wildcats sitting at 4-5 this year, what has been the biggest change from a year ago, and should fans still feel like Braun has the program headed in the right direction?
Beck: The two biggest differences from last year have to be the quarterback play and turnover margin. Ben Bryant might have struggled early in the season last year, but when he came back from injury against Wisconsin, Northwestern went 4-0 the rest of the way, in large part to his steady play behind center.
This season has been a whirlwind at quarterback. NU started Mike Wright the first two games of the year before moving to Jack Lausch, who has under 100 passing yards in three of his starts. Ryan Hilinski has also seen opportunities in each of the last two games. That’s no recipe for success.
On the other end, the inability to consistently turn over the football and hang onto it on offense is another underlying thing to look at. Northwestern had the third best turnover margin in the country last season, and outside of four turnovers forced against Maryland, the ‘Cats have been way more pedestrian in that department.
It’s simply hard to win football games in the Big Ten when those two things aren’t going your way. In terms of David Braun, poor game management and clock management have hampered the ‘Cats in big moments. That’s certainly something to keep an eye on this Saturday and moving forward with Northwestern.
LGHL: Northwestern brought in a senior in Mike Wright from Mississippi State this offseason to man the starting quarterback job, but instead turned to sophomore Jack Lausch after only two games. What was it that led to Wright being replaced as the starter, and what does the team like the most about Lausch?
Beck: Braun turned to Lausch over Wright because of the turnovers. Wright really struggled the first two weeks with decision making and throwing the ball into locations that simply won’t fly. Braun raved about Lausch’s ability to take care of the football early on, but with four interceptions and a few costly mistakes including a strip sack against Wisconsin and a pair of safeties, the jury is still out.
In terms of the positives from Lausch, he’s really shined at times, helping lead a game winning drive against Purdue last week and playing well in the first half against Indiana. His ability to extend plays and use his legs in the run game has also been a huge asset for an offense that needs an ounce of electricity. However, his inconsistent play and inability to get the ball out of his hands quickly has consistently stonewalled this offense.
LGHL: The Wildcats have scored more than 30 points only once this season against FBS opponents, that being a 37-10 blowout of Maryland. What was Northwestern able to do in that game that made them so successful, and why hasn’t it been able to replicate it consistently?
Beck: That game was all about the defense. Four turnovers forced, all of which happened in the second half, allowed the offense to punch the ball in for touchdowns. Lausch also impressed with a couple chunk throws to his receivers, displaying the arm talent that the coaching staff has echoed since the spring.
Against better passing defenses and more consistent football teams, it feels like Northwestern just doesn’t have the personnel to keep up with other teams’ intensity and physicality. The games against Iowa and Wisconsin feel like perfect proof of that.
That’s a scary thought ahead of playing the Buckeyes.
LGHL: Northwestern and Ohio State are both coming off wins over Purdue, but the Wildcats have had a week off to prepare for this game. What are you hoping the team focused on the most during its bye week?
Beck: Getting healthy. Especially with big time players like wideout Bryce Kirtz and linebacker Xander Mueller, who both missed last game against Purdue. Impact playmakers on both sides of the football, NU needs them both against Ohio State.
LGHL: If Northwestern is going to pull off an upset over the Buckeyes this weekend, what would be the keys to victory? Who is one player that could potentially turn the tide for the Wildcats?
Beck: Northwestern would have to run the ball effectively and its defense would need to cause turnovers.
On offense, look for the two-headed punch of Cam Porter and Joe Himon. Porter is the veteran power back who excels at bouncing off defenders, while Himon is the speedy change of pace guy that can take it to the house any time he touches the ball. Himon scored the game-winning touchdown at Purdue, and excels as a pass catcher and in the special teams game as a kick returner.
Defensively, Theran Johnson is the guy to watch in the back end. He’s developed as one of the best corners in the conference with 10 pass break ups and two interceptions, including a pick-six against Iowa. Against Ohio State’s talented wide receivers, it may be a different story, but there’s a “No Fly Zone” around Johnson.
LGHL: What is your final score prediction for the game, and what will it look like?
Beck: Ohio State 42, Northwestern 10
It may be close for a quarter or two, but Ohio State will inevitably pull away. Scoring 10 points feels like a lot for Northwestern in this one, but garbage time points are always a possibility. Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka on the outside with the two-headed rushing attack of Quinshon Judkins and TreVeyon Henderson should overload NU’s defense.
It won’t be particularly close.
Thanks again to Adam for his insight on this year’s Wildcats!
For more coverage of Northwestern football, be sure to check out the great work from the people over at Inside NU.
Continue reading...
Gene Ross via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Photo by Brian Spurlock/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Learn more about the Wildcats from the people that know them best.
If you’re an Ohio State fan reading this, there is probably a good chance you haven’t watched a ton of Northwestern football this season. With the Buckeyes set to face-off against the Wildcats this coming Saturday, its as good a time as any to learn a little bit about Ryan Braun and company.
We here at Land-Grant Holy Land wanted to find out more about this year’s Northwestern squad ourselves, and so we spoke with our sister site Inside NU to get the inside scoop from the people that know the Wildcats best. Editor-in-chief Adam Beck was kind enough to answer some of our questions about Ohio State’s next opponent.
LGHL: David Braun defied expectations last season with an 8-5 campaign and a bowl win. With the Wildcats sitting at 4-5 this year, what has been the biggest change from a year ago, and should fans still feel like Braun has the program headed in the right direction?
Beck: The two biggest differences from last year have to be the quarterback play and turnover margin. Ben Bryant might have struggled early in the season last year, but when he came back from injury against Wisconsin, Northwestern went 4-0 the rest of the way, in large part to his steady play behind center.
This season has been a whirlwind at quarterback. NU started Mike Wright the first two games of the year before moving to Jack Lausch, who has under 100 passing yards in three of his starts. Ryan Hilinski has also seen opportunities in each of the last two games. That’s no recipe for success.
On the other end, the inability to consistently turn over the football and hang onto it on offense is another underlying thing to look at. Northwestern had the third best turnover margin in the country last season, and outside of four turnovers forced against Maryland, the ‘Cats have been way more pedestrian in that department.
It’s simply hard to win football games in the Big Ten when those two things aren’t going your way. In terms of David Braun, poor game management and clock management have hampered the ‘Cats in big moments. That’s certainly something to keep an eye on this Saturday and moving forward with Northwestern.
LGHL: Northwestern brought in a senior in Mike Wright from Mississippi State this offseason to man the starting quarterback job, but instead turned to sophomore Jack Lausch after only two games. What was it that led to Wright being replaced as the starter, and what does the team like the most about Lausch?
Beck: Braun turned to Lausch over Wright because of the turnovers. Wright really struggled the first two weeks with decision making and throwing the ball into locations that simply won’t fly. Braun raved about Lausch’s ability to take care of the football early on, but with four interceptions and a few costly mistakes including a strip sack against Wisconsin and a pair of safeties, the jury is still out.
In terms of the positives from Lausch, he’s really shined at times, helping lead a game winning drive against Purdue last week and playing well in the first half against Indiana. His ability to extend plays and use his legs in the run game has also been a huge asset for an offense that needs an ounce of electricity. However, his inconsistent play and inability to get the ball out of his hands quickly has consistently stonewalled this offense.
LGHL: The Wildcats have scored more than 30 points only once this season against FBS opponents, that being a 37-10 blowout of Maryland. What was Northwestern able to do in that game that made them so successful, and why hasn’t it been able to replicate it consistently?
Beck: That game was all about the defense. Four turnovers forced, all of which happened in the second half, allowed the offense to punch the ball in for touchdowns. Lausch also impressed with a couple chunk throws to his receivers, displaying the arm talent that the coaching staff has echoed since the spring.
Against better passing defenses and more consistent football teams, it feels like Northwestern just doesn’t have the personnel to keep up with other teams’ intensity and physicality. The games against Iowa and Wisconsin feel like perfect proof of that.
That’s a scary thought ahead of playing the Buckeyes.
LGHL: Northwestern and Ohio State are both coming off wins over Purdue, but the Wildcats have had a week off to prepare for this game. What are you hoping the team focused on the most during its bye week?
Beck: Getting healthy. Especially with big time players like wideout Bryce Kirtz and linebacker Xander Mueller, who both missed last game against Purdue. Impact playmakers on both sides of the football, NU needs them both against Ohio State.
LGHL: If Northwestern is going to pull off an upset over the Buckeyes this weekend, what would be the keys to victory? Who is one player that could potentially turn the tide for the Wildcats?
Beck: Northwestern would have to run the ball effectively and its defense would need to cause turnovers.
On offense, look for the two-headed punch of Cam Porter and Joe Himon. Porter is the veteran power back who excels at bouncing off defenders, while Himon is the speedy change of pace guy that can take it to the house any time he touches the ball. Himon scored the game-winning touchdown at Purdue, and excels as a pass catcher and in the special teams game as a kick returner.
Defensively, Theran Johnson is the guy to watch in the back end. He’s developed as one of the best corners in the conference with 10 pass break ups and two interceptions, including a pick-six against Iowa. Against Ohio State’s talented wide receivers, it may be a different story, but there’s a “No Fly Zone” around Johnson.
LGHL: What is your final score prediction for the game, and what will it look like?
Beck: Ohio State 42, Northwestern 10
It may be close for a quarter or two, but Ohio State will inevitably pull away. Scoring 10 points feels like a lot for Northwestern in this one, but garbage time points are always a possibility. Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka on the outside with the two-headed rushing attack of Quinshon Judkins and TreVeyon Henderson should overload NU’s defense.
It won’t be particularly close.
Thanks again to Adam for his insight on this year’s Wildcats!
For more coverage of Northwestern football, be sure to check out the great work from the people over at Inside NU.
Continue reading...
