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LGHL Ohio State Football Countdown: 35
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Ohio State Football Countdown: 35
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One play or big moment per day as we count down to the start of Ohio State’s 2023 football season.
As we count down to the start of the 2023 season, we will be looking back at one play or big moment in Ohio State history over the past decade or so that corresponds to the remaining days left until Buckeyes take the field against Indiana on Sept. 2. There are 35 days remaining.
The first time in our countdown where the opposing team also factors into the equation, this wild sequence in the 2021 Rose Bowl saw Ohio State and Utah combine for 35 points in under three minutes of game time, including a 97-yard kick return, two 50-plus yard TDs by Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and the poorest tackling you'll ever see on a broken play for the Utes that resulted in six. Ohio State was lucky to emerge victorious in this one with how poor the defense was, but JSN’s 15 catches for 347 yards (!!) and three touchdowns certainly helped matters.
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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 Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
One play or big moment per day as we count down to the start of Ohio State’s 2023 football season.
As we count down to the start of the 2023 season, we will be looking back at one play or big moment in Ohio State history over the past decade or so that corresponds to the remaining days left until Buckeyes take the field against Indiana on Sept. 2. There are 35 days remaining.
Play of the Day: Ohio State, Utah score 35 points in 3 minutes in Rose Bowl (2021)
The first time in our countdown where the opposing team also factors into the equation, this wild sequence in the 2021 Rose Bowl saw Ohio State and Utah combine for 35 points in under three minutes of game time, including a 97-yard kick return, two 50-plus yard TDs by Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and the poorest tackling you'll ever see on a broken play for the Utes that resulted in six. Ohio State was lucky to emerge victorious in this one with how poor the defense was, but JSN’s 15 catches for 347 yards (!!) and three touchdowns certainly helped matters.
Players to Wear the #35 (since 2010):
- Bo DeLande (2007-11)
- Jim Hastings (2009-11)
- Craig Cataline (2012)
- Vincent Patrella (2012)
- Chris Worley (2013-17)
- Jeffie Johnson (2014-15)
- Alex Backenstoe (2016)
- Luke Donovan (2018)
- Tommy Eichenberg (2020-present)
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2025 NY OL Rowan Byrne (Clemson Signee)
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LGHL You’re Nuts: What could be done to improve the game day atmosphere at the Schott?
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You’re Nuts: What could be done to improve the game day atmosphere at the Schott?
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It’s no secret the Schott isn’t an ideal college hoops venue. Here’s how we would improve it, if we had the choice.
Don’t look now, but we’re more than halfway through the college basketball offseason. Before too long we’ll be back on the corner of Olentangy River Road and Lane Ave., cheering on Roddy Gayle, Bruce Thornton, and Zed Key.
Last week, we debated what the best rivalry in college basketball was. Justin went with the classic Carolina-Duke rivalry, while Connor stayed local and chose the Crosstown Shootout — Xavier vs Cincinnati.
67% of people voted with Justin. 19% of the people voted for “something else.” And the final 14% voted for Connor and the Crosstown Shootout.
Connor- 47
This week, we’re talking about the Jerome Schottenstein Center. Ohio State fans have no shortage of opinions on the cavernous basketball arena that was built in 1998. This week, we each picked one thing that we think could help improve the atmosphere at the Schott.
Will these changes ever be made? Probably not. But when you’re one of the worst home court advantages in the Big Ten, they’re worth considering.
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If you want to create a more rowdy home environment that visiting teams dread sitting through, put more students behind them and fewer stuffy seniors who refuse to stand and/or shout.
With the Schott holding the most seats in the Big Ten (18,809), it can be difficult to create a loud, racous environment that visiting teams hate experiencing. The Buckeye Nuthouse holds between 800-1000 students during any given game, but it only takes up half of the lower sections of the bowl. Once the four designated sections are filled with students, the overflow is typically sent to the upper level of the bowl — where they have little impact on how loud the arena gets since they’re three miles away.
If Ohio State valued top-tier atmosphere over everything else, they would push back some of the season ticket holders that sit on the opposite side of the benches and replace those front sections with additional student seating, as well as the section behind both baskets. This would mean there’s no spot on the floor where a team could inbound the ball without having students behind them, and there wouldn’t be any point in the game where the visiting team could peacefully shoot free throws without students behind the backboard.
Michigan State does something similar with the Izzone with great results — they are one of the best student sections in the country, and the section wraps all the way around the court. Season ticket holders sit behind them, without complaint (or with complaint, but who cares).
The problem — obviously — is the money. Season tickets in the 200-level start around $590 per season. Season tickets closer to the court are much more more. Ohio State wants the best atmosphere possible, but only within reason because the money the season ticket holders pay is very important too. To this point, that money is more important to them than the atmosphere because, despite the Nuthouse selling out very quickly each season, the section has not been expanded.
Michigan State eventually prioritized the student atmosphere over the money and gave the entire first several rows to the students. Chris Holtmann has never won in East Lansing — I think the first thing has a big hand in the second.
If I am being honest, this one feels simple. If you want the people to come, give them something to come for. Schedule better non-conference games. Everyone remembers the atmosphere in December of 2021 when the No. 1 team in the country, The Duke Blue Devils, came to Columbus during Coach K’s retirement tour.
If you don’t remember, here is a refresher.
Now obviously this game was helped by Ohio State winning, but the atmosphere was great from day one.
And you don’t have too play the top team who is also the most recognizable brand in the country every year to help the ticket sales and whatnot, but you have to be better than 2022-23. Here were the home non-conference games last season: Robert Morris, Charleston Southern, Eastern Illinois, St. Francis (PA), Maine and Alabama A&M.
Not only do none of those teams illicit any type of fan reaction, but the Buckeyes went 6-0 in those games and won by an average of over 31 points per game. That isn’t incredibly captivating basketball.
This will be better in 2023-24 as the Buckeyes second game is against Texas A&M, who will be a top 15-20 team in the country. Just keep scheduling home and homes with solid programs. It is only a benefit to play good teams in this sport.
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Connor Lemons via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Photo courtesy of OhioStateBuckeyes.com
It’s no secret the Schott isn’t an ideal college hoops venue. Here’s how we would improve it, if we had the choice.
Don’t look now, but we’re more than halfway through the college basketball offseason. Before too long we’ll be back on the corner of Olentangy River Road and Lane Ave., cheering on Roddy Gayle, Bruce Thornton, and Zed Key.
Last week, we debated what the best rivalry in college basketball was. Justin went with the classic Carolina-Duke rivalry, while Connor stayed local and chose the Crosstown Shootout — Xavier vs Cincinnati.
67% of people voted with Justin. 19% of the people voted for “something else.” And the final 14% voted for Connor and the Crosstown Shootout.
After 110 weeks:
Connor- 47
Justin- 47
Other- 12
(There have been four ties)
This week, we’re talking about the Jerome Schottenstein Center. Ohio State fans have no shortage of opinions on the cavernous basketball arena that was built in 1998. This week, we each picked one thing that we think could help improve the atmosphere at the Schott.
Will these changes ever be made? Probably not. But when you’re one of the worst home court advantages in the Big Ten, they’re worth considering.
Today’s Question: What could be done to improve the game day atmosphere at the Schott?
Connor: Expand the Buckeye Nuthouse around the court
If you want to create a more rowdy home environment that visiting teams dread sitting through, put more students behind them and fewer stuffy seniors who refuse to stand and/or shout.
With the Schott holding the most seats in the Big Ten (18,809), it can be difficult to create a loud, racous environment that visiting teams hate experiencing. The Buckeye Nuthouse holds between 800-1000 students during any given game, but it only takes up half of the lower sections of the bowl. Once the four designated sections are filled with students, the overflow is typically sent to the upper level of the bowl — where they have little impact on how loud the arena gets since they’re three miles away.
If Ohio State valued top-tier atmosphere over everything else, they would push back some of the season ticket holders that sit on the opposite side of the benches and replace those front sections with additional student seating, as well as the section behind both baskets. This would mean there’s no spot on the floor where a team could inbound the ball without having students behind them, and there wouldn’t be any point in the game where the visiting team could peacefully shoot free throws without students behind the backboard.
Michigan State does something similar with the Izzone with great results — they are one of the best student sections in the country, and the section wraps all the way around the court. Season ticket holders sit behind them, without complaint (or with complaint, but who cares).
The problem — obviously — is the money. Season tickets in the 200-level start around $590 per season. Season tickets closer to the court are much more more. Ohio State wants the best atmosphere possible, but only within reason because the money the season ticket holders pay is very important too. To this point, that money is more important to them than the atmosphere because, despite the Nuthouse selling out very quickly each season, the section has not been expanded.
Michigan State eventually prioritized the student atmosphere over the money and gave the entire first several rows to the students. Chris Holtmann has never won in East Lansing — I think the first thing has a big hand in the second.
Justin: Better home games
If I am being honest, this one feels simple. If you want the people to come, give them something to come for. Schedule better non-conference games. Everyone remembers the atmosphere in December of 2021 when the No. 1 team in the country, The Duke Blue Devils, came to Columbus during Coach K’s retirement tour.
If you don’t remember, here is a refresher.
Now obviously this game was helped by Ohio State winning, but the atmosphere was great from day one.
And you don’t have too play the top team who is also the most recognizable brand in the country every year to help the ticket sales and whatnot, but you have to be better than 2022-23. Here were the home non-conference games last season: Robert Morris, Charleston Southern, Eastern Illinois, St. Francis (PA), Maine and Alabama A&M.
Not only do none of those teams illicit any type of fan reaction, but the Buckeyes went 6-0 in those games and won by an average of over 31 points per game. That isn’t incredibly captivating basketball.
This will be better in 2023-24 as the Buckeyes second game is against Texas A&M, who will be a top 15-20 team in the country. Just keep scheduling home and homes with solid programs. It is only a benefit to play good teams in this sport.
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LGHL Bold Predictions: “Put me in, coach”
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Bold Predictions: “Put me in, coach”
CMinnich via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Robert Goddin-USA TODAY Sports
There is no substitute for better substitution this coming season.
From now until preseason camp starts in August, Land-Grant Holy Land will be writing articles around a different theme every week. This week is all about making predictions that may or may not be reasonable, in fact, some might say they are bold. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and all of our ”Bold Predictions” articles here.
“The bold enterprises are the successful ones. Take counsel of hopes rather than of fears to win in this business...” ~ Rutherford B. Hayes, 19th President of the United States.
Spoken like a true Buckeye, President Hayes. Born in Delaware, Ohio, Hayes’ words of advice will be readily welcomed by Ohio State fans, and hopefully, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day.
Throughout the 2022 season, Ryan Day would keep starters such as quarterback C.J. Stroud in games, despite the many occasions when Ohio State had the game well in hand. Eventually, backup players would be inserted into the game, albeit late. A common practice coach Day would use, especially on the offensive side of the ball, would be for quarterback Kyle McCord to simply hand the ball off, versus actually throwing some passes. This only added to the frustration of fans, such as myself.
While my prediction for better player substitution may not be as bold as blocking six or more kicks in 2023, I do believe that Ohio State will be rotating more players throughout games this upcoming season. I also believe that it is not only going to be a matter relative to their opposition, as the Buckeyes have several games where they will be substantially favored by the oddsmakers. Below are three reasons why the Buckeyes are going to be better with their player rotation in 2023...
You are probably thinking, “Minnich, that’s not a new concern! Injuries have been and will always be a concern!”. True, but think about last season, especially at the running back position. Evan Pryor missed the entire season, TreVeyon Henderson and Miyan Williams both battled injuries all season. By the time of the Michigan game, Ohio State was using Chip Trayanum at running back in their biggest game of the year.
After going through a season like 2022, where key players were missing games due to injury, don’t you think the coaching staff will be more likely to rest the starters after the game is no longer in doubt? Instead of waiting until only the five minute mark in the 4th quarter, and holding a sizable lead, perhaps those starters will be pulled mid-3rd quarter. Perhaps Ohio State fans will get to see the backup quarterback do more than just hand the ball off.
And that leads me to another key point to consider...
2. Transfer portal
Again, you are probably thinking, “Minnich, that’s not a new concern!”. Again, this is true. But the reality is that Ryan Day recognizes that players today are more apt to enter the transfer portal than even a couple seasons ago, and that meaningful playing time is a crucial ingredient to maintaining the strength of the roster.
Everyone knows that Ohio State will have a new starting quarterback in 2023, and the favorite going into fall camp is Kyle McCord. Devin Brown is also in the mix, but missed the latter portion of spring practice due to an injury on his right pinky finger that required surgery. When asked about the quarterback competition at the 2023 Big Ten Media Days, Coach Day said,
Does that read to you like the kind of situation where the backup is not going to be seeing some appreciable playing time? Would Ryan Day truly jeopardize the depth of the quarterback room by not giving the backup opportunities to do more than just hand the ball off with five minutes left in the game? And that leads me to my third point...
3. The 2024 NFL Draft
The early projections for the 2024 NFL Draft have several Buckeyes being selected, with many of the players underclassmen giving up their eligibility. An example is quarterback Kyle McCord. If McCord were to have a tremendous 2023 season, like the Ohio State coaching staff and fans are hoping, who’s to say that he does not declare for the 2024 NFL Draft? That situation is essentially what transpired after the 2018 season with the late Dwayne Haskins.
Against that backdrop of the 2024 NFL Draft, knowing a sizable portion of highly-talented players may be leaving, and a newly-configured divisionless Big Ten with USC and UCLA added, as well as a 12 team College Football Playoff on the horizon for the 2024 season, it certainly makes sense that getting as many players on the 2023 roster experience for 2024 a priority.
I realize that the 2023 season has not even begun, but Ryan Day and the coaching staff have to contemplate what the roster for 2024 and beyond will look like, and getting backup players into games in 2023 is a terrific start.
Continue reading...
CMinnich via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Robert Goddin-USA TODAY Sports
There is no substitute for better substitution this coming season.
From now until preseason camp starts in August, Land-Grant Holy Land will be writing articles around a different theme every week. This week is all about making predictions that may or may not be reasonable, in fact, some might say they are bold. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and all of our ”Bold Predictions” articles here.
“The bold enterprises are the successful ones. Take counsel of hopes rather than of fears to win in this business...” ~ Rutherford B. Hayes, 19th President of the United States.
Spoken like a true Buckeye, President Hayes. Born in Delaware, Ohio, Hayes’ words of advice will be readily welcomed by Ohio State fans, and hopefully, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day.
Throughout the 2022 season, Ryan Day would keep starters such as quarterback C.J. Stroud in games, despite the many occasions when Ohio State had the game well in hand. Eventually, backup players would be inserted into the game, albeit late. A common practice coach Day would use, especially on the offensive side of the ball, would be for quarterback Kyle McCord to simply hand the ball off, versus actually throwing some passes. This only added to the frustration of fans, such as myself.
While my prediction for better player substitution may not be as bold as blocking six or more kicks in 2023, I do believe that Ohio State will be rotating more players throughout games this upcoming season. I also believe that it is not only going to be a matter relative to their opposition, as the Buckeyes have several games where they will be substantially favored by the oddsmakers. Below are three reasons why the Buckeyes are going to be better with their player rotation in 2023...
- Threat of injury
You are probably thinking, “Minnich, that’s not a new concern! Injuries have been and will always be a concern!”. True, but think about last season, especially at the running back position. Evan Pryor missed the entire season, TreVeyon Henderson and Miyan Williams both battled injuries all season. By the time of the Michigan game, Ohio State was using Chip Trayanum at running back in their biggest game of the year.
After going through a season like 2022, where key players were missing games due to injury, don’t you think the coaching staff will be more likely to rest the starters after the game is no longer in doubt? Instead of waiting until only the five minute mark in the 4th quarter, and holding a sizable lead, perhaps those starters will be pulled mid-3rd quarter. Perhaps Ohio State fans will get to see the backup quarterback do more than just hand the ball off.
And that leads me to another key point to consider...
2. Transfer portal
Again, you are probably thinking, “Minnich, that’s not a new concern!”. Again, this is true. But the reality is that Ryan Day recognizes that players today are more apt to enter the transfer portal than even a couple seasons ago, and that meaningful playing time is a crucial ingredient to maintaining the strength of the roster.
Everyone knows that Ohio State will have a new starting quarterback in 2023, and the favorite going into fall camp is Kyle McCord. Devin Brown is also in the mix, but missed the latter portion of spring practice due to an injury on his right pinky finger that required surgery. When asked about the quarterback competition at the 2023 Big Ten Media Days, Coach Day said,
Does that read to you like the kind of situation where the backup is not going to be seeing some appreciable playing time? Would Ryan Day truly jeopardize the depth of the quarterback room by not giving the backup opportunities to do more than just hand the ball off with five minutes left in the game? And that leads me to my third point...
3. The 2024 NFL Draft
The early projections for the 2024 NFL Draft have several Buckeyes being selected, with many of the players underclassmen giving up their eligibility. An example is quarterback Kyle McCord. If McCord were to have a tremendous 2023 season, like the Ohio State coaching staff and fans are hoping, who’s to say that he does not declare for the 2024 NFL Draft? That situation is essentially what transpired after the 2018 season with the late Dwayne Haskins.
Against that backdrop of the 2024 NFL Draft, knowing a sizable portion of highly-talented players may be leaving, and a newly-configured divisionless Big Ten with USC and UCLA added, as well as a 12 team College Football Playoff on the horizon for the 2024 season, it certainly makes sense that getting as many players on the 2023 roster experience for 2024 a priority.
I realize that the 2023 season has not even begun, but Ryan Day and the coaching staff have to contemplate what the roster for 2024 and beyond will look like, and getting backup players into games in 2023 is a terrific start.
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