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tBBC Opinion: Knock on wood, The Buckeye Offense is back
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Opinion: Knock on wood, The Buckeye Offense is back
Scott via our good friends at Buckeye Battle Cry
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I hesitate writing this because I’m afraid of giving Ohio State the ESPN Mike Greenberg Kiss of Death.
But after watching the Buckeyes 77-10 thwacking of Bowling Green Saturday, I can’t help but think the offense we expected to see all of last year has finally arrived.
Bigger and better.
For all the issues OSU had last year until offensive coordinators Ed Warriner and Tim Beck moved into the press box together, the offense was still pretty impressive.
What I saw Saturday was something the offenses from the last two seasons could only dream about being.
Holy Buckeye!
Again, it was just Bowling Green from the MAC. But the way the Buckeye receivers blew and through by the Falcons secondary and the way the offensive line opened up gaping holes for the run game, it’s obvious this team is special.
A team doesn’t just put up 776 yards of total offense every week. A team doesn’t average 8.3 yards per play on a regular basis. And how many times does a team punt just once in a game?
The Buckeyes had 359 yards on the ground, which is a pretty good total yard effort most weeks. The 417 yards passing is Maddon-like.
And I bet QB JT Barrett is the only player in the country to throw a touchdown pass to two different teams.
But what really stands out is the depth. Six players carried the ball and backup Demario McCall looks first-team worthy. Nine different receivers caught a pass and five found the end zone.
Three players had more than 100 all-purpose yards and McCall as just 10 short. There’s that McCall guy. Remember that name. He’s not even on the two-deep lineup.
And then there is the defense. The defense that always seems to be much-maligned.
BG had 244 total yards and just 175 in the air. Ohio State’s secondary was allegedly a concern.
How would the run defense do without Joey Bosa and all the other studs playing on Sunday? Just 69 total yards.
Many think this is going to be a reloading year for OSU. Some so-called experts say the Buckeyes could even lose as many as four games.
No chance.
This team is loaded with difference makers. Even Coach Urban Meyer said this may be his most talented team.
I’ll say it one more time: It was only Bowling Green. But this team has to be brimming with confidence right now — the players and coaches.
It appears, at least after one week, that the only thing that can stop the Buckeyes offense is the Buckeyes offense. As long as they don’t pay attention to idiots like me who are writing about how good they are, and continue to work hard as if they were shutout last week, we should continue to see head-scratching numbers.
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Scott via our good friends at Buckeye Battle Cry
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I hesitate writing this because I’m afraid of giving Ohio State the ESPN Mike Greenberg Kiss of Death.
But after watching the Buckeyes 77-10 thwacking of Bowling Green Saturday, I can’t help but think the offense we expected to see all of last year has finally arrived.
Bigger and better.
For all the issues OSU had last year until offensive coordinators Ed Warriner and Tim Beck moved into the press box together, the offense was still pretty impressive.
What I saw Saturday was something the offenses from the last two seasons could only dream about being.
Holy Buckeye!
Again, it was just Bowling Green from the MAC. But the way the Buckeye receivers blew and through by the Falcons secondary and the way the offensive line opened up gaping holes for the run game, it’s obvious this team is special.
A team doesn’t just put up 776 yards of total offense every week. A team doesn’t average 8.3 yards per play on a regular basis. And how many times does a team punt just once in a game?
The Buckeyes had 359 yards on the ground, which is a pretty good total yard effort most weeks. The 417 yards passing is Maddon-like.
And I bet QB JT Barrett is the only player in the country to throw a touchdown pass to two different teams.
But what really stands out is the depth. Six players carried the ball and backup Demario McCall looks first-team worthy. Nine different receivers caught a pass and five found the end zone.
Three players had more than 100 all-purpose yards and McCall as just 10 short. There’s that McCall guy. Remember that name. He’s not even on the two-deep lineup.
And then there is the defense. The defense that always seems to be much-maligned.
BG had 244 total yards and just 175 in the air. Ohio State’s secondary was allegedly a concern.
How would the run defense do without Joey Bosa and all the other studs playing on Sunday? Just 69 total yards.
Many think this is going to be a reloading year for OSU. Some so-called experts say the Buckeyes could even lose as many as four games.
No chance.
This team is loaded with difference makers. Even Coach Urban Meyer said this may be his most talented team.
I’ll say it one more time: It was only Bowling Green. But this team has to be brimming with confidence right now — the players and coaches.
It appears, at least after one week, that the only thing that can stop the Buckeyes offense is the Buckeyes offense. As long as they don’t pay attention to idiots like me who are writing about how good they are, and continue to work hard as if they were shutout last week, we should continue to see head-scratching numbers.
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LGHL Ohio State offers 4-star from recruiting powerhouse
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Ohio State offers 4-star from recruiting powerhouse
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A Bishop Gorman safety has the chance to be a Buckeye.
The Ohio State coaching staff is continuing their efforts to bring in the top class for 2017. With a ton of commitments in the fold, it's expected that the Buckeyes will have about five spots left. There are a few names that Ohio State leads for, but there are also a couple "open" spots that the Bucks will attempt to fill between now and February.
A new offer was sent out to 2017 defensive back Bubba Bolden (Las Vegas, NV / Bishop Gorman) on Tuesday. Bolden, a four-star prospect, has elite free-safety size at 6-foot-3, 190 pounds. Rated as the 11th best prospect at his position, the Buckeye offer took his total count to 20. The question is, how legitimate is the interest on both sides?
Blessed to be offered by The Ohio State Buckeyes This is Bigtime right here!
️ @TheTateMartell @tyjonlindsey pic.twitter.com/CH60b1b4YV
— BUBBA BOLDEN (@BubbBolden) September 6, 2016
First, it looks like Ohio State only has a few spots left in this class and they've already loaded up on defensive backs. That doesn't include five-star Jeffrey Okudah (Grand Prairie, TX / South Grand Prairie), who the Bucks are the definitive favorite for. Right now, Arizona State and USC are thought to be the favorite for the Bishop Gorman star with Bolden possibly being a plan 'B' in case the Shaun Wade (Jacksonville, FL / Trinity Christian Academy) or Okudah situations go south.
However, there is always more attrition that is expected to happen at a program like Ohio State with injuries, transfers and early enrollees. If things break right and a visit happens, Bolden could become a more legitimate target moving forward. Surely, the Buckeyes would make room if a prospect like Bolden wanted in, but right now it looks to be "wait and see" mode between Bolden and Ohio State. Bolden is a top 100 player in the class of 2017 according to 247Sports.
Below is Bolden’s highlight tape. If the Buckeyes do end up with the No.4 player out of the state of Nevada, the addition would bolster already one of the greatest recruiting classes ever assembled.
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Austin Kemp via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
A Bishop Gorman safety has the chance to be a Buckeye.
The Ohio State coaching staff is continuing their efforts to bring in the top class for 2017. With a ton of commitments in the fold, it's expected that the Buckeyes will have about five spots left. There are a few names that Ohio State leads for, but there are also a couple "open" spots that the Bucks will attempt to fill between now and February.
A new offer was sent out to 2017 defensive back Bubba Bolden (Las Vegas, NV / Bishop Gorman) on Tuesday. Bolden, a four-star prospect, has elite free-safety size at 6-foot-3, 190 pounds. Rated as the 11th best prospect at his position, the Buckeye offer took his total count to 20. The question is, how legitimate is the interest on both sides?
Blessed to be offered by The Ohio State Buckeyes This is Bigtime right here!
️ @TheTateMartell @tyjonlindsey pic.twitter.com/CH60b1b4YV— BUBBA BOLDEN (@BubbBolden) September 6, 2016
First, it looks like Ohio State only has a few spots left in this class and they've already loaded up on defensive backs. That doesn't include five-star Jeffrey Okudah (Grand Prairie, TX / South Grand Prairie), who the Bucks are the definitive favorite for. Right now, Arizona State and USC are thought to be the favorite for the Bishop Gorman star with Bolden possibly being a plan 'B' in case the Shaun Wade (Jacksonville, FL / Trinity Christian Academy) or Okudah situations go south.
However, there is always more attrition that is expected to happen at a program like Ohio State with injuries, transfers and early enrollees. If things break right and a visit happens, Bolden could become a more legitimate target moving forward. Surely, the Buckeyes would make room if a prospect like Bolden wanted in, but right now it looks to be "wait and see" mode between Bolden and Ohio State. Bolden is a top 100 player in the class of 2017 according to 247Sports.
Below is Bolden’s highlight tape. If the Buckeyes do end up with the No.4 player out of the state of Nevada, the addition would bolster already one of the greatest recruiting classes ever assembled.
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Ohio State notebook | KJ Hill serves notice with TD catch - Columbus Dispatch
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Ohio State notebook | KJ Hill serves notice with TD catch
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The Buckeyes were No. 6 in the preseason AP poll and No. 5 in the coaches poll. The Buckeyes moved up because of losses by No. 3 Oklahoma — Ohio State's opponent on Sept. 17 — and No. 5 LSU. The polls normally are released on Sundays but were ...
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Ohio State notebook | KJ Hill serves notice with TD catch
Columbus Dispatch
The Buckeyes were No. 6 in the preseason AP poll and No. 5 in the coaches poll. The Buckeyes moved up because of losses by No. 3 Oklahoma — Ohio State's opponent on Sept. 17 — and No. 5 LSU. The polls normally are released on Sundays but were ...
STAT WATCH: Buckeyes' 77 Vs BG Their Most Points Since 1950ABC News
Buckeyes move up in AP rankings247Sports
Ohio State a 27.5-point favorite over Tulsa: Buckeye Breakfastcleveland.com
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Ohio State’s Malik Hooker and his mother made major waves Saturday
Ian Cuevas via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
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Both on and off the field, Malik Hooker was one of the most interesting stories of Saturday’s game.
“With Malik, I wanted him to reach heights I didn’t get a chance to. I knew he had a great opportunity and that’s why I was going to make sure he didn’t ruin it.”
- Angela Dennis via Tom Archdeacon, Dayton Daily News
Malik Hooker may have tried to quit the Ohio State football team on several different occasions as a freshman, but it all came together last Saturday for the safety. Coming away with two interceptions on the day, Hooker made his mark on the game and has set himself up nicely to have quite a breakout season. Much of that can be attributed to his mother, Angela Dennis, for keeping Hooker at Ohio State. Every time Hooker would try to leave, his mother would be right there to turn him around and get him back to campus to keep him on the team.
Now, Urban Meyer and his staff are surely pleased with Hooker’s progress. After redshirting his freshman year and then playing sparingly in 2015, Hooker seems to have taken the necessary steps to elevate his game. When he first joined the program there was plenty of depth ahead of him including Vonn Bell and Tyvis Powell, but now it’s Hooker’s show in the defensive backfield. And if the game against Bowling Green was any indication, there should be plenty more of his highlights to come this season.
“The conversation I had with myself, though, it’s just like, ‘Well, darn, J.’ But I didn't use darn. I try and keep it PG in here. But I was, like, man, J. If somebody could've told you that you were throwing a pick-six on the first drive of 2016, you'd be, like, ‘You're a liar.’”
- J.T. Barrett via Austin Ward, ESPN
If there was a concern that Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett would struggle at all with so many new faces around him, those were quickly put to rest on Saturday. Barrett threw for 349 yards, six touchdowns, and rushed for one more en route to a 77-10 win over Bowling Green. Barrett seemingly got every Buckeye involved during the game throwing to several different targets including his running backs and tight ends. After a season of question marks surrounding the quarterback competition with Cardale Jones, Barrett looked more like he did in 2014, when he broke several Ohio State records.
Now Barrett is receiving the hype once again, even being mentioned in ESPN’s Heisman Watch as the fifth overall vote leader after his performance against the Falcons. With Tulsa coming to Columbus this weekend, it should be another opportunity for Barrett to showcase his skills. After that, it’s a trip to Norman to face Oklahoma and all eyes will be on the quarterbacks with Baker Mayfield and Barrett going head-to-head.
“[Big Ten Bowl Projections] College Football Playoff: Ohio State”
- Brian Bennett, ESPN
Entering 2016 rated as the sixth-rated team in the country in the AP Poll, Ohio State lived up to expectations in its first game of the season as they stomped Bowling Green in a 77-10 shellacking. Led by quarterback J.T. Barrett and H-back Curtis Samuel, the Buckeyes steamrolled their way into week two, when they host Tulsa. But what does the win mean in terms of projecting season outcomes? Well, for ESPN’s Brian Bennett, the win elevates Ohio State into the College Football Playoff in his bowl projections of the Big Ten.
Michigan, ranked only two spots below the Buckeyes, is slotted in for the Rose Bowl. Iowa takes the Capital One Orange Bowl and Michigan State gets slotted into the Outback bowl. Nebraska makes the Holiday Bowl, Wisconsin enters the Franklin American Mortgage Music City Bowl, and Northwestern finds itself in the New Era Pinstripe Bowl. Rounding out the Big Ten teams, Penn State gets in to the Foster Farms Bowl, Indiana in the Quick Lane Bowl, and Minnesota finishes with the Heart of Dallas Bowl.
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Ian Cuevas via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Both on and off the field, Malik Hooker was one of the most interesting stories of Saturday’s game.
“With Malik, I wanted him to reach heights I didn’t get a chance to. I knew he had a great opportunity and that’s why I was going to make sure he didn’t ruin it.”
- Angela Dennis via Tom Archdeacon, Dayton Daily News
Malik Hooker may have tried to quit the Ohio State football team on several different occasions as a freshman, but it all came together last Saturday for the safety. Coming away with two interceptions on the day, Hooker made his mark on the game and has set himself up nicely to have quite a breakout season. Much of that can be attributed to his mother, Angela Dennis, for keeping Hooker at Ohio State. Every time Hooker would try to leave, his mother would be right there to turn him around and get him back to campus to keep him on the team.
Now, Urban Meyer and his staff are surely pleased with Hooker’s progress. After redshirting his freshman year and then playing sparingly in 2015, Hooker seems to have taken the necessary steps to elevate his game. When he first joined the program there was plenty of depth ahead of him including Vonn Bell and Tyvis Powell, but now it’s Hooker’s show in the defensive backfield. And if the game against Bowling Green was any indication, there should be plenty more of his highlights to come this season.
“The conversation I had with myself, though, it’s just like, ‘Well, darn, J.’ But I didn't use darn. I try and keep it PG in here. But I was, like, man, J. If somebody could've told you that you were throwing a pick-six on the first drive of 2016, you'd be, like, ‘You're a liar.’”
- J.T. Barrett via Austin Ward, ESPN
If there was a concern that Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett would struggle at all with so many new faces around him, those were quickly put to rest on Saturday. Barrett threw for 349 yards, six touchdowns, and rushed for one more en route to a 77-10 win over Bowling Green. Barrett seemingly got every Buckeye involved during the game throwing to several different targets including his running backs and tight ends. After a season of question marks surrounding the quarterback competition with Cardale Jones, Barrett looked more like he did in 2014, when he broke several Ohio State records.
Now Barrett is receiving the hype once again, even being mentioned in ESPN’s Heisman Watch as the fifth overall vote leader after his performance against the Falcons. With Tulsa coming to Columbus this weekend, it should be another opportunity for Barrett to showcase his skills. After that, it’s a trip to Norman to face Oklahoma and all eyes will be on the quarterbacks with Baker Mayfield and Barrett going head-to-head.
“[Big Ten Bowl Projections] College Football Playoff: Ohio State”
- Brian Bennett, ESPN
Entering 2016 rated as the sixth-rated team in the country in the AP Poll, Ohio State lived up to expectations in its first game of the season as they stomped Bowling Green in a 77-10 shellacking. Led by quarterback J.T. Barrett and H-back Curtis Samuel, the Buckeyes steamrolled their way into week two, when they host Tulsa. But what does the win mean in terms of projecting season outcomes? Well, for ESPN’s Brian Bennett, the win elevates Ohio State into the College Football Playoff in his bowl projections of the Big Ten.
Michigan, ranked only two spots below the Buckeyes, is slotted in for the Rose Bowl. Iowa takes the Capital One Orange Bowl and Michigan State gets slotted into the Outback bowl. Nebraska makes the Holiday Bowl, Wisconsin enters the Franklin American Mortgage Music City Bowl, and Northwestern finds itself in the New Era Pinstripe Bowl. Rounding out the Big Ten teams, Penn State gets in to the Foster Farms Bowl, Indiana in the Quick Lane Bowl, and Minnesota finishes with the Heart of Dallas Bowl.
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tBBC Scarlet and Gray Drive Time Re-Wind: Scorched Falcon, Sunday Java, Power Poll, B1G Results
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Scarlet and Gray Drive Time Re-Wind: Scorched Falcon, Sunday Java, Power Poll, B1G Results
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COLUMBUS, OH – SEPTEMBER 3: Members of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrate their 77-10 victory over the Bowling Green Falcons while singing “Carmen Ohio” on September 3, 2016 at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State defeated Bowling Green 77-10. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)
Saturday
Ben van Ooyen links his guest article from Scout.com
Shannon Sommers recaps the Buckeyes romp through Bowling Green
Sunday
JC Collingsworth hits back to back walk-off writings on Sunday with his #SundayMorningCoffee
JC Collingsworth gives us the high-down(Spikes) in latest volleyball thriller . . ,
Ben van Ooyen has been busy lately with his “free” weekend time . . ,
Ken Galvin jumps in with both feet . . ,
Ben van Ooyen covers his three days a week recruiting hits #HeardAroundTheSHOE
Monday
Mike Meals got the scoop and tBBC was first to have it out! Even before the Ohio State Football twitter!
Shannon Sommers goes all Simpsons on us in this power poll . . ,
Brandon Zimmerman wraps up the week that was for the B1G(oy Vey) . . ,
Mike Meals comes out from under his rock briefly to let some people have it . . ,
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WVaBuckeye via our good friends at Buckeye Battle Cry
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COLUMBUS, OH – SEPTEMBER 3: Members of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrate their 77-10 victory over the Bowling Green Falcons while singing “Carmen Ohio” on September 3, 2016 at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State defeated Bowling Green 77-10. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)
Saturday
Ben van Ooyen links his guest article from Scout.com
“It’s that time of year again – when Ohio State football takes the field, and millions of fans across the world tune in to watch the Buckeyes battle it out on the gridiron. This offseason we saw 12 Buckeyes drafted and a top-five recruiting class signed, but the spring and summer are behind us. Fall is coming, and with it brings Saturdays filled with hopes for undefeated glory ending in another national championship.”
New at tBBC: View From the Fan: Bowling Green https://t.co/ma5VcdWu1t
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 3, 2016
New at tBBC: View From the Fan: Bowling Green https://t.co/ma5VcdWu1t
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 3, 2016
Shannon Sommers recaps the Buckeyes romp through Bowling Green
“The historical cathedral that is known as the Horseshoe in Columbus, sits on the East bank of the Olentangy River. Several hours before the mini city comes to life, employees start prepping for the mad rush of visitors, coming the Shoe with the expectations of seeing greatness on the green turf that sports a large Block O and scarlet endzones spelling Ohio State Buckeyes.”
New at tBBC: Buckeyes clip Falcons Talons https://t.co/riAZsUcNMw
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 3, 2016
New at tBBC: Buckeyes clip Falcons Talons https://t.co/riAZsUcNMw
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 3, 2016
Sunday
JC Collingsworth hits back to back walk-off writings on Sunday with his #SundayMorningCoffee
“Kirk Herbstriet, the starting Quarterback for The Ohio State University, was a little sore as he stepped into the McDonalds on North High Street – directly across the street from campus. He looked around momentarily before recognizing Steve Tovar, the Senior Linebacker who he shared co-captain duties with.”
New at tBBC: Sunday Morning Coffee: September 13, 1992 https://t.co/vCJOASVoSS
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 4, 2016
New at tBBC: Sunday Morning Coffee: September 13, 1992 https://t.co/vCJOASVoSS
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 4, 2016
JC Collingsworth gives us the high-down(Spikes) in latest volleyball thriller . . ,
“This past weekend in downtown Columbus at Nationwide Arena, the site for the 2016 NCAA Championships, the Buckeyes Women’s Volleyball Squad, 11th nationally, dominated on a pair of sweeps Friday, Sept. 2. LIU Brooklyn and Wyoming got doubled up by the Buckeyes in kills (reaching 101 for the day), while allowing just 49 terminations.”
New at tBBC: OSU Women's Volleyball Rolls To 5-0 Before Falling To BYU In A Thriller https://t.co/8fpBbQO6Mv
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 4, 2016
New at tBBC: OSU Women's Volleyball Rolls To 5-0 Before Falling To BYU In A Thriller https://t.co/8fpBbQO6Mv
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 4, 2016
Ben van Ooyen has been busy lately with his “free” weekend time . . ,
“In 2011 Pat was a 3-star recruit out of Pickerington, Ohio which is a city just outside of Columbus. He was listed as the 55th best offensive guard in the country and 62nd best prospect in the state of Ohio for the 2012 recruiting class. Pat was a three-sport athlete at Pickerington North, obtaining 12 varsity letters in football, wrestling and track. He was named in football to the all-Ohio Capital Conference, all-Central District and the Dispatch all-Metro teams.”
New at tBBC: Senior Spotlight – Pat Elflein https://t.co/BnhSwIfsra
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 4, 2016
New at tBBC: Senior Spotlight – Pat Elflein https://t.co/BnhSwIfsra
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 4, 2016
Ken Galvin jumps in with both feet . . ,
“If you went into this game expecting to see plenty of mistakes by the Buckeyes, I am sorry you were disappointed. With the most inexperienced team in the FBS, the Buckeyes were sure to have a few growing pains. Luckily they all happened in the first few possessions. After that they went on to have a game that most people won’t soon forget.”
New at tBBC: Galvin'ized Takeaways: Buckeyes soar past Bowling Green in season opener https://t.co/2xtqLHu2s0
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 4, 2016
New at tBBC: Galvin'ized Takeaways: Buckeyes soar past Bowling Green in season opener https://t.co/2xtqLHu2s0
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 4, 2016
Ben van Ooyen covers his three days a week recruiting hits #HeardAroundTheSHOE
“Welcome to your tri-weekly look at all things Ohio State recruiting. Let’s get started!
Big Offensive Tackle Offer for 2018:
Before the Buckeyes big win over the weekend they were out on the recruiting trail still, and made an offer to 4-star OT Rasheed Walker from Waldorf, Maryland. Walker is ranked as the 9th best athlete out of the state of Maryland and is the #20 offensive tackle in the class of 2018.”
New at tBBC: Heard Around the 'Shoe – 9/5/2016 https://t.co/3zJroIrwPg
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 5, 2016
Big Offensive Tackle Offer for 2018:
Before the Buckeyes big win over the weekend they were out on the recruiting trail still, and made an offer to 4-star OT Rasheed Walker from Waldorf, Maryland. Walker is ranked as the 9th best athlete out of the state of Maryland and is the #20 offensive tackle in the class of 2018.”
New at tBBC: Heard Around the 'Shoe – 9/5/2016 https://t.co/3zJroIrwPg
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 5, 2016
Monday
Mike Meals got the scoop and tBBC was first to have it out! Even before the Ohio State Football twitter!
“Breaking news this morning out of the B1G Media Center. Ohio State QB J.T. Barrett was named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week after his dominating seven total touchdown performance against Bowling Green this last weekend in Columbus.”
New at tBBC: Breaking News: J.T. Barrett named B1G Offensive Player of the Week https://t.co/P9k8tmZ0vM
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 5, 2016
New at tBBC: Breaking News: J.T. Barrett named B1G Offensive Player of the Week https://t.co/P9k8tmZ0vM
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 5, 2016
Shannon Sommers goes all Simpsons on us in this power poll . . ,
“Here at the Buckeye Battle Cry offices, we tend to get into spirited debates on who is the best teams in the Big Ten behind The Ohio State. Each one of seems to have our favorite teams to hate besides the maize and blue – I think Penn State has recently outpaced everyone with their honoring Joe Pa. While going through all the bickering and squawking the decision was made to do a weekly Power Poll.”
New at tBBC: The Buckeye Battle Cry Weekly Big Ten Power Poll: Week 1 https://t.co/5T6zIW59Nd
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 5, 2016
New at tBBC: The Buckeye Battle Cry Weekly Big Ten Power Poll: Week 1 https://t.co/5T6zIW59Nd
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 5, 2016
Brandon Zimmerman wraps up the week that was for the B1G(oy Vey) . . ,
“Week one of the season was a resounding success for not only the Buckeyes but also the Big Ten. We know how the Buckeyes did but if you haven’t read Shannon’s recap you are missing out. Around the B1G, things went pretty well as only two teams lost. This is us shaming you Northwestern and Rutgers!”
New at tBBC: Around the B1G: Week 2 Edition https://t.co/eqvUJTdVp9
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 6, 2016
New at tBBC: Around the B1G: Week 2 Edition https://t.co/eqvUJTdVp9
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 6, 2016
Mike Meals comes out from under his rock briefly to let some people have it . . ,
“Unless you live under a rock, you know the NFL season kicks off this weekend. Prior to the final cuts, there were 48 former Buckeyes on NFL rosters (not counting guys like Noah Spence, who did not finish their college career in Columbus). Via OhioStateBuckeyes.com 8/19/16.”
New at tBBC: The View From Beyond The Shoe: Michigan Fans, Know your Role and Learn how to Troll https://t.co/7z2vffcXEF
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 6, 2016
New at tBBC: The View From Beyond The Shoe: Michigan Fans, Know your Role and Learn how to Troll https://t.co/7z2vffcXEF
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 6, 2016
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Does Meyer truly intend on rotating 10 players when the going gets tough?
“We have a lot of depth at the offensive skill” said a satisfied Urban Meyer, moments after his Buckeyes put the finishing touches on a 77-10 drubbing of Bowling Green on Saturday.
No kidding.
Ohio State opened its season as the most inexperienced team in college football. The narrative surrounding the program was that the Buckeyes were extremely talented, but it would take time for the young group of receivers to gel with veteran quarterback J.T. Barrett.
That notion was dispelled quickly as the Buckeyes piled up a school record 776 yards of offense en route. Nine Buckeyes caught a pass. Eight scored a touchdown. And as J.T. Barrett dissected the Falcon’s secondary with surgeon-like precision, fans in the stands flipped through their game program and asked questions like, Who the hell is K.J. Hill?
It’s a fair question. Including H-Backs Curtis Samuel and Dontre Wilson, there were 10 receivers listed on last week’s depth chart. Hill was not one of them. Nevertheless, it was the stocky redshirt freshman from Arkansas who hauled in Barrett’s first scoring strike of the game.
When Meyer came to Columbus in 2011 he called the group of pass catchers he inherited a clown show. On Saturday, a total of 10 receivers saw meaningful snaps with the first team offense. This deep rotation is a testament to just how well Meyer has recruited; when one 4-star receiver with 4.4 speed gets a little winded, there’s an almost identical athlete waiting to check in.
It’s this type of the depth that separates the Ohio State’s and Alabama’s of the world from the rest of the country, let alone a MAC team like Bowling Green.
“We want to wear people down,” Meyer told the media on Monday. “We want to play fast, play a lot of people.”
This type of strategy is commonly deployed by defensive line coaches, who look to send waves of fresh pass rushers at opposing quarterbacks. It’s less common to see a coaching staff rotate this many receivers, when fresh legs could come at the expense of continuity between Barrett and his top pass catchers.
On Monday, Meyer stressed that he doesn’t intend to cut into this rotation. But Ohio State’s head coach tends to speak in terms of the ideal, and not the pragmatic. For instance, it’s common to hear Meyer say we don’t redshirt at Ohio State. Last season, all but four freshman did.
In the case of the Buckeyes’ receivers, history tells us it’s likely that the coaching staff will settle on a group of six for Barrett to rely on. It’s distinctly possible that there is just too much talent in the position group to relegate four contributors to the bench, but this coaching staff has a tendency to tighten things up a bit for big games.
Saturday’s contest with Tulsa is Ohio State’s last tuneup before diving into what could be the program’s most challenging schedule in years. A road trip to Oklahoma on September 17 looms large.
The Buckeyes’ coach was hesitant on Monday to overpraise his young roster, even after a record-setting performance. In particular, he singled out the receiving group as a unit that “didn’t play very good.”
Meyer received a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Cincinnati, and the man is a master of coaching through mind games. It’s possible that he’d divulge this to the media as a public challenge to his receivers to step up and command a more significant role.
If so, Meyer’s words could indicate that a pecking order is being established. It was thought that Corey Smith and Parris Campbell would be two of Barrett’s favorite targets this year. Neither caught a pass on Saturday, and Smith in particular was mentioned as someone who didn’t play up to his potential.
Conversely, Terry McLaurin was the only receiver designated as a championship-level performer, despite playing less snaps with the first team than most of his counterparts.
Barrett threw 31 passes against Bowling Green and only ran the ball six times. It’s likely that the coaching staff will save their quarterback from the pounding associated with the read-option run game for contests like Oklahoma. So the receivers should have plenty of opportunity to shine once again against Tulsa.
Whether those opportunities are available a week later in Norman remains to be seen. Meyer will not rely upon players if he doesn’t trust that they can perform on the biggest stage. Consider Saturday as a final audition for a large group of talented performers fighting to prove themselves worthy of a lead role.
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Does Meyer truly intend on rotating 10 players when the going gets tough?
“We have a lot of depth at the offensive skill” said a satisfied Urban Meyer, moments after his Buckeyes put the finishing touches on a 77-10 drubbing of Bowling Green on Saturday.
No kidding.
Ohio State opened its season as the most inexperienced team in college football. The narrative surrounding the program was that the Buckeyes were extremely talented, but it would take time for the young group of receivers to gel with veteran quarterback J.T. Barrett.
That notion was dispelled quickly as the Buckeyes piled up a school record 776 yards of offense en route. Nine Buckeyes caught a pass. Eight scored a touchdown. And as J.T. Barrett dissected the Falcon’s secondary with surgeon-like precision, fans in the stands flipped through their game program and asked questions like, Who the hell is K.J. Hill?
It’s a fair question. Including H-Backs Curtis Samuel and Dontre Wilson, there were 10 receivers listed on last week’s depth chart. Hill was not one of them. Nevertheless, it was the stocky redshirt freshman from Arkansas who hauled in Barrett’s first scoring strike of the game.
When Meyer came to Columbus in 2011 he called the group of pass catchers he inherited a clown show. On Saturday, a total of 10 receivers saw meaningful snaps with the first team offense. This deep rotation is a testament to just how well Meyer has recruited; when one 4-star receiver with 4.4 speed gets a little winded, there’s an almost identical athlete waiting to check in.
It’s this type of the depth that separates the Ohio State’s and Alabama’s of the world from the rest of the country, let alone a MAC team like Bowling Green.
“We want to wear people down,” Meyer told the media on Monday. “We want to play fast, play a lot of people.”
This type of strategy is commonly deployed by defensive line coaches, who look to send waves of fresh pass rushers at opposing quarterbacks. It’s less common to see a coaching staff rotate this many receivers, when fresh legs could come at the expense of continuity between Barrett and his top pass catchers.
On Monday, Meyer stressed that he doesn’t intend to cut into this rotation. But Ohio State’s head coach tends to speak in terms of the ideal, and not the pragmatic. For instance, it’s common to hear Meyer say we don’t redshirt at Ohio State. Last season, all but four freshman did.
In the case of the Buckeyes’ receivers, history tells us it’s likely that the coaching staff will settle on a group of six for Barrett to rely on. It’s distinctly possible that there is just too much talent in the position group to relegate four contributors to the bench, but this coaching staff has a tendency to tighten things up a bit for big games.
Saturday’s contest with Tulsa is Ohio State’s last tuneup before diving into what could be the program’s most challenging schedule in years. A road trip to Oklahoma on September 17 looms large.
The Buckeyes’ coach was hesitant on Monday to overpraise his young roster, even after a record-setting performance. In particular, he singled out the receiving group as a unit that “didn’t play very good.”
Meyer received a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Cincinnati, and the man is a master of coaching through mind games. It’s possible that he’d divulge this to the media as a public challenge to his receivers to step up and command a more significant role.
If so, Meyer’s words could indicate that a pecking order is being established. It was thought that Corey Smith and Parris Campbell would be two of Barrett’s favorite targets this year. Neither caught a pass on Saturday, and Smith in particular was mentioned as someone who didn’t play up to his potential.
Conversely, Terry McLaurin was the only receiver designated as a championship-level performer, despite playing less snaps with the first team than most of his counterparts.
Barrett threw 31 passes against Bowling Green and only ran the ball six times. It’s likely that the coaching staff will save their quarterback from the pounding associated with the read-option run game for contests like Oklahoma. So the receivers should have plenty of opportunity to shine once again against Tulsa.
Whether those opportunities are available a week later in Norman remains to be seen. Meyer will not rely upon players if he doesn’t trust that they can perform on the biggest stage. Consider Saturday as a final audition for a large group of talented performers fighting to prove themselves worthy of a lead role.
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On Saturday former Detroit (Mich.) Cass Tech star, running back Mike Weber, had a nice debut as the Buckeyes defeated Bowling Green 77-10. Two class of 2019 Cass Tech stars were on hand to watch Weber and the Buckeyes. Running back/linebacker ...
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Cass Tech stars impressed watching Buckeyes roll in The Shoe
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On Saturday former Detroit (Mich.) Cass Tech star, running back Mike Weber, had a nice debut as the Buckeyes defeated Bowling Green 77-10. Two class of 2019 Cass Tech stars were on hand to watch Weber and the Buckeyes. Running back/linebacker ...
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BTN Survey: Most impressive Big Ten season opener?
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Survey: Most impressive Big Ten season opener?
Tom Dienhart, BTN.com Senior Writer via Big Ten Network
There were some interesting outcomes in Week 1. Ohio State throttled Bowling Green, 77-10; Wisconsin upset LSU, 16-14; Michigan hammered Hawaii, 63-3. But which team had the most impressive opening salvo?
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Tom Dienhart, BTN.com Senior Writer via Big Ten Network
There were some interesting outcomes in Week 1. Ohio State throttled Bowling Green, 77-10; Wisconsin upset LSU, 16-14; Michigan hammered Hawaii, 63-3. But which team had the most impressive opening salvo?
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Bowl Projections: Jerry Palm has 11 Big Ten teams bowling
Tom Dienhart, BTN.com Senior Writer via Big Ten Network
The first leaf hasn’t fallen off a tree. But it’s never too early to think about bowl matchups, right? See where CBSSports.com's Jerry Palm places the Big Ten following Week 1 inside.
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The first leaf hasn’t fallen off a tree. But it’s never too early to think about bowl matchups, right? See where CBSSports.com's Jerry Palm places the Big Ten following Week 1 inside.
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Depth Chart: Week 2
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Coming off of the complete annihilation of Bowling Green, the Buckeyes released their latest depth chart for their game with Tulsa on Saturday. There were no major surprises here, the main shake-up was at defensive tackle where the Buckeyes had to replace Tracy Sprinkle.
OFFENSE
POS NAME HT WT CLASS
QB J.T. BARRETT 6’2” 225 JR (R)
JOE BURROW 6’3” 208 FR (R)
RB MIKE WEBER OR 5’10” 215 FR (R)
CURTIS SAMUEL 5’11” 200 JR
WR1 NOAH BROWN OR 6’2” 222 SO (R)
PARIS CAMPBELL 6’0” 205 SO (R)
WR2 COREY SMITH OR 6’1” 195 SR (R)
JOHNNIE DIXON 5’11” 198 SO
H-BACK CURTIS SAMUEL OR 5’11” 200 JR
DONTRE WILSON 5’10” 195 SR
TE MARCUS BAUGH 6’5” 255 JR
AJ ALEXANDER 6’2” 254 FR (R)
LT JAMARCO JONES 6’5” 310 JR (R)
EVAN LISLE 6’7” 308 JR (R)
LG MICHAEL JORDAN 6’7” 310 FR
MATT BURRELL 6’4” 305 FR (R)
C PAT ELFLEIN 6’3” 300 SR (R)
BRADY TAYLOR 6’5” 300 SO (R)
RG BILLY PRICE 6’4” 315 JR (R)
DEMETRIUS KNOX 6’4” 308 SO (R)
RT ISAIAH PRINCE 6’7” 310 SO
BRANDEN BOWEN 6’7” 315 FR (R)
WR-Z TERRY MCLAURIN OR 6’0” 204 SO (R)
JAMES CLARK 5’10” 186 JR (R)
There were no changes to the offensive depth chart, even though Campbell and Weber were named starters at their positions.
DEFENSE
POS NAME HT WT CLASS
DE TYQUAN LEWIS 6’4” 266 JR
RASHOD BERRY 6’4” 252 FR (R)
DT DRE’MONT JONES OR 6’3” 280 FR (R)
DAVON HAMILTON 6’4” 297 FR (R)
DT MICHAEL HILL 6’3” 295 JR (R)
ROBERT LANDERS 6’1” 285 FR (R)
DE SAM HUBBARD OR 6’5” 266 SO (R)
JALYN HOLMES 6’5” 274 JR
SLB CHRIS WORLEY 6’2” 228 JR (R)
JEROME BAKER 6’1” 225 SO
MLB RAEKWON MCMILLAN 6’2” 243 JR
CRAIG FADA 6’1” 225 SR
WLB DANTE BOOKER OR 6’3” 236 JR
JOE BURGER 6’2” 230 SR
CB GAREON CONLEY 6’0” 195 JR (R)
DAMON ARNETTE 6’0” 195 FR
CB MARSHON LATTIMORE OR 6’0” 195 SO (R)
DENZEL WARD 5’10” 185 SO
S MALIK HOOKER 6’2” 205 SO (R)
ERICK SMITH 6’0” 202 JR
S DAMON WEBB 5’11” 193 JR
JORDAN FULLER 6’2” 205 FR
Just as the case with the offense, there were not changes outside of the Sprinkle injury even though we now know guys like Lattimore and Hubbard are the starters.
SPECIAL TEAMS
POS NAME HT WT CLASS
P CAMERON JOHNSTON 5’11” 195 SR
K TYLER DURBIN 6’3” 210 SR
LS LIAM MCCULLOUGH 6’2” 210 FR (R)
PR DONTRE WILSON OR 5’10” 195 SR
COREY SMITH OR 6’1” 190 FR
CURTIS SAMUEL OR 5’11” 200 JR
KR DONTRE WILSON OR 5’10” 195 SR
JAMES CLARK OR 5’10” 186 JR (R)
JOHNNIE DIXON 5’11” 198 SO
No changes to special teams this week. After game one, we can safely assume Wilson is the starter at both punt and kick return.
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Coming off of the complete annihilation of Bowling Green, the Buckeyes released their latest depth chart for their game with Tulsa on Saturday. There were no major surprises here, the main shake-up was at defensive tackle where the Buckeyes had to replace Tracy Sprinkle.
OFFENSE
POS NAME HT WT CLASS
QB J.T. BARRETT 6’2” 225 JR (R)
JOE BURROW 6’3” 208 FR (R)
RB MIKE WEBER OR 5’10” 215 FR (R)
CURTIS SAMUEL 5’11” 200 JR
WR1 NOAH BROWN OR 6’2” 222 SO (R)
PARIS CAMPBELL 6’0” 205 SO (R)
WR2 COREY SMITH OR 6’1” 195 SR (R)
JOHNNIE DIXON 5’11” 198 SO
H-BACK CURTIS SAMUEL OR 5’11” 200 JR
DONTRE WILSON 5’10” 195 SR
TE MARCUS BAUGH 6’5” 255 JR
AJ ALEXANDER 6’2” 254 FR (R)
LT JAMARCO JONES 6’5” 310 JR (R)
EVAN LISLE 6’7” 308 JR (R)
LG MICHAEL JORDAN 6’7” 310 FR
MATT BURRELL 6’4” 305 FR (R)
C PAT ELFLEIN 6’3” 300 SR (R)
BRADY TAYLOR 6’5” 300 SO (R)
RG BILLY PRICE 6’4” 315 JR (R)
DEMETRIUS KNOX 6’4” 308 SO (R)
RT ISAIAH PRINCE 6’7” 310 SO
BRANDEN BOWEN 6’7” 315 FR (R)
WR-Z TERRY MCLAURIN OR 6’0” 204 SO (R)
JAMES CLARK 5’10” 186 JR (R)
There were no changes to the offensive depth chart, even though Campbell and Weber were named starters at their positions.
DEFENSE
POS NAME HT WT CLASS
DE TYQUAN LEWIS 6’4” 266 JR
RASHOD BERRY 6’4” 252 FR (R)
DT DRE’MONT JONES OR 6’3” 280 FR (R)
DAVON HAMILTON 6’4” 297 FR (R)
DT MICHAEL HILL 6’3” 295 JR (R)
ROBERT LANDERS 6’1” 285 FR (R)
DE SAM HUBBARD OR 6’5” 266 SO (R)
JALYN HOLMES 6’5” 274 JR
SLB CHRIS WORLEY 6’2” 228 JR (R)
JEROME BAKER 6’1” 225 SO
MLB RAEKWON MCMILLAN 6’2” 243 JR
CRAIG FADA 6’1” 225 SR
WLB DANTE BOOKER OR 6’3” 236 JR
JOE BURGER 6’2” 230 SR
CB GAREON CONLEY 6’0” 195 JR (R)
DAMON ARNETTE 6’0” 195 FR
CB MARSHON LATTIMORE OR 6’0” 195 SO (R)
DENZEL WARD 5’10” 185 SO
S MALIK HOOKER 6’2” 205 SO (R)
ERICK SMITH 6’0” 202 JR
S DAMON WEBB 5’11” 193 JR
JORDAN FULLER 6’2” 205 FR
Just as the case with the offense, there were not changes outside of the Sprinkle injury even though we now know guys like Lattimore and Hubbard are the starters.
SPECIAL TEAMS
POS NAME HT WT CLASS
P CAMERON JOHNSTON 5’11” 195 SR
K TYLER DURBIN 6’3” 210 SR
LS LIAM MCCULLOUGH 6’2” 210 FR (R)
PR DONTRE WILSON OR 5’10” 195 SR
COREY SMITH OR 6’1” 190 FR
CURTIS SAMUEL OR 5’11” 200 JR
KR DONTRE WILSON OR 5’10” 195 SR
JAMES CLARK OR 5’10” 186 JR (R)
JOHNNIE DIXON 5’11” 198 SO
No changes to special teams this week. After game one, we can safely assume Wilson is the starter at both punt and kick return.
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Ohio State released its second official depth chart of the season on Tuesday, and the big news is that redshirt freshmen Dre'Mont Jones and Davon Hamilton are now bracketed together as starters at defensive tackle. They are taking the place of fourth ...
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Ohio State-Tulsa 2016 depth chart: Dre’Mont Jones and Davon Hamilton listed as co-starters
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The second depth chart of the season features some slight changes due to injuries.
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A blowout win over Bowling Green, Ohio State rolled to the tune of 77-10. With Tulsa up next for the Buckeyes, there weren’t many changes from week one to the depth chart. Still, injuries played a role in the new depth chart as Tracy Sprinkle suffered a season-ending injury to the right patellar tendon in his knee. In his place, Dre’Mont Jones and Davon Hamilton are listed as co-starters to step in at defensive tackle.
J.T. Barrett is the starting quarterback and will be for the entirety of the season, barring injury. Barrett had a big hand in Ohio State’s record-setting day, throwing for 349 yards, six touchdowns and adding a rushing touchdown as well. He looked like the old Barrett from 2014 and the weight of a quarterback competition was clearly gone. Expect another big week for him.
At running back, the two-headed monster of Mike Weber and Curtis Samuel proved its worth. Weber remains the starter with OR in between he and Samuel. Weber rushed for 136 yards on 19 carries while Samuel added 84 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries. Weber looked impressive, running with both speed and power while Samuel looked nearly untouchable. Samuel also hauled in nine catches for 177 yards and two touchdowns.
The starters are the same as last week, though K.J. Hill is now listed on the depth chart after a mistake last week. Noah Brown OR Parris Campbell starts at X, Corey Smith OR Johnnie Dixon, and Terry McLaurin OR James Clark at Z. Austin Mack, Binjimen Victor, and K.J. Hill are the third-string options. Brown had three catches and a touchdown in his return to the field while the aforementioned Hill impressed with his speed on one of the game’s first touchdowns.
The H-back spot remains with Curtis Samuel OR Dontre Wilson. Samuel as we mentioned had a terrific performance but Wilson had a pretty good day himself. Wilson caught 3 passes for 37 yards and two touchdowns while also carrying the ball five times for 36 yards.
The tight end spot is firmly locked down by Marcus Baugh with A.J. Alexander listed as the backup. Baugh was involved in this game from the start with four catches for 30 yards. Alexander even got some playing time near the end and caught a pass of his own.
The offensive line starters are listed as Jamarco Jones, Michael Jordan, Pat Elflein, Billy Price, and Isaiah Prince (from left to right). An excellent debut for the young offensive line, as J.T. Barrett had plenty of time to throw all game long.
On the defensive side of the ball, Sam Hubbard OR Jayln Holmes and Tyquan Lewis remain listed as the defensive end starters. Hubbard and Lewis were mostly quiet overall, but Bowling Green seemed to plan to make quick throws as much as possible. The backups at defensive end are Nick Bosa OR Jonathon Cooper. Bosa got his first sack of his career towards the end of the game. In the middle, Michael Hill anchors the defensive line alongside Dre’Mont Jones who replaces Tracy Sprinkle and Davon Hamilton is listed as the co-starter with Jones.
The linebacking core remained solid all game against Bowling Green. Raekwon McMillan is still slotted in at middle linebacker, returning from last season as the team’s leading tackler and is the leader of the defense. Surrounding him are outside linebackers Chris Worley and Dante Booker OR Joe Burger. Booker seemed to suffer a slight MCL sprain early on in the game and Joe Burger stepped in very well in his place. Rashod Berry, Jerome Baker, and Craig Fada, and Joe Burger OR Justin Hilliard are your backups.
At cornerback, Gareon Conley is the starter on one end and Marshon Lattimore OR Denzel Ward on the other for the second corner spot. For safeties, Damon Webb slides over this season with Malik Hooker getting the other safety spot. Erick Smith is listed as the backup to Hooker, while Jordan Fuller is the backup to Webb. Both Lattimore and Ward played well and were pretty spot-on in their coverage. Hooker had the game of his life, intercepting two passes on the day, one in particular spectacular fashion.
For special teams, sophomore walk-on Tyler Durbin will be starting as the kicker for both kickoffs and field goals as Sean Nuernberger recovers from a groin injury that forced him to miss most of camp. Durbin hit all of 11 of his extra points against Bowling Green. Senior Cameron Johnston remains as the punter, and that’s no surprise considering he’s been a mainstay since his freshman season and has done a tremendous job. Against Bowling Green he wasn’t need much, only punting one time all game.
At punt return, Dontre Wilson OR Corey Smith OR Curtis Samuel are all in play. Handling kickoff returns will be Dontre Wilson OR James Clark OR Johnnie Dixon. The long-snapping duties are given to Liam McCollough, and holding for kicks is Cameron Johnston.
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The second depth chart of the season features some slight changes due to injuries.
A blowout win over Bowling Green, Ohio State rolled to the tune of 77-10. With Tulsa up next for the Buckeyes, there weren’t many changes from week one to the depth chart. Still, injuries played a role in the new depth chart as Tracy Sprinkle suffered a season-ending injury to the right patellar tendon in his knee. In his place, Dre’Mont Jones and Davon Hamilton are listed as co-starters to step in at defensive tackle.
J.T. Barrett is the starting quarterback and will be for the entirety of the season, barring injury. Barrett had a big hand in Ohio State’s record-setting day, throwing for 349 yards, six touchdowns and adding a rushing touchdown as well. He looked like the old Barrett from 2014 and the weight of a quarterback competition was clearly gone. Expect another big week for him.
At running back, the two-headed monster of Mike Weber and Curtis Samuel proved its worth. Weber remains the starter with OR in between he and Samuel. Weber rushed for 136 yards on 19 carries while Samuel added 84 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries. Weber looked impressive, running with both speed and power while Samuel looked nearly untouchable. Samuel also hauled in nine catches for 177 yards and two touchdowns.
The starters are the same as last week, though K.J. Hill is now listed on the depth chart after a mistake last week. Noah Brown OR Parris Campbell starts at X, Corey Smith OR Johnnie Dixon, and Terry McLaurin OR James Clark at Z. Austin Mack, Binjimen Victor, and K.J. Hill are the third-string options. Brown had three catches and a touchdown in his return to the field while the aforementioned Hill impressed with his speed on one of the game’s first touchdowns.
The H-back spot remains with Curtis Samuel OR Dontre Wilson. Samuel as we mentioned had a terrific performance but Wilson had a pretty good day himself. Wilson caught 3 passes for 37 yards and two touchdowns while also carrying the ball five times for 36 yards.
The tight end spot is firmly locked down by Marcus Baugh with A.J. Alexander listed as the backup. Baugh was involved in this game from the start with four catches for 30 yards. Alexander even got some playing time near the end and caught a pass of his own.
The offensive line starters are listed as Jamarco Jones, Michael Jordan, Pat Elflein, Billy Price, and Isaiah Prince (from left to right). An excellent debut for the young offensive line, as J.T. Barrett had plenty of time to throw all game long.
On the defensive side of the ball, Sam Hubbard OR Jayln Holmes and Tyquan Lewis remain listed as the defensive end starters. Hubbard and Lewis were mostly quiet overall, but Bowling Green seemed to plan to make quick throws as much as possible. The backups at defensive end are Nick Bosa OR Jonathon Cooper. Bosa got his first sack of his career towards the end of the game. In the middle, Michael Hill anchors the defensive line alongside Dre’Mont Jones who replaces Tracy Sprinkle and Davon Hamilton is listed as the co-starter with Jones.
The linebacking core remained solid all game against Bowling Green. Raekwon McMillan is still slotted in at middle linebacker, returning from last season as the team’s leading tackler and is the leader of the defense. Surrounding him are outside linebackers Chris Worley and Dante Booker OR Joe Burger. Booker seemed to suffer a slight MCL sprain early on in the game and Joe Burger stepped in very well in his place. Rashod Berry, Jerome Baker, and Craig Fada, and Joe Burger OR Justin Hilliard are your backups.
At cornerback, Gareon Conley is the starter on one end and Marshon Lattimore OR Denzel Ward on the other for the second corner spot. For safeties, Damon Webb slides over this season with Malik Hooker getting the other safety spot. Erick Smith is listed as the backup to Hooker, while Jordan Fuller is the backup to Webb. Both Lattimore and Ward played well and were pretty spot-on in their coverage. Hooker had the game of his life, intercepting two passes on the day, one in particular spectacular fashion.
For special teams, sophomore walk-on Tyler Durbin will be starting as the kicker for both kickoffs and field goals as Sean Nuernberger recovers from a groin injury that forced him to miss most of camp. Durbin hit all of 11 of his extra points against Bowling Green. Senior Cameron Johnston remains as the punter, and that’s no surprise considering he’s been a mainstay since his freshman season and has done a tremendous job. Against Bowling Green he wasn’t need much, only punting one time all game.
At punt return, Dontre Wilson OR Corey Smith OR Curtis Samuel are all in play. Handling kickoff returns will be Dontre Wilson OR James Clark OR Johnnie Dixon. The long-snapping duties are given to Liam McCollough, and holding for kicks is Cameron Johnston.
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Audio: Listen to your Big Ten coach’s Week 2 teleconference
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Each Tuesday morning during the Big Ten football season, the 14 Big Ten football coaches hold a Big Ten teleconference with reporters from around the country. We post the audio for each segment of the call here. Listen to your coach below.Filed under: Audio Tagged: Teleconferences
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The latest Amway Coaches Poll was released Tuesday, and a quartet of Big Ten teams land in the top 10. As it did in the preseason poll, Ohio State leads the way, at No. 4, while Michigan (No. 6), Michigan State (No. 8) and Iowa (No. 10) round out the Big Ten’s top 10 teams. Wisconsin, which was unranked before rallying past then-No. 5 LSU on Saturday at Lambeau Field, debuts at No. 16. View the full poll below.Filed under: Uncategorized Tagged: College Football Polls
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Offensive
tOSU Offensive MVP
New at tBBC: Breaking News: J.T. Barrett named B1G Offensive Player of the Week https://t.co/P9k8tmZ0vM
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 5, 2016
We were the first to the interwebs about this thanks to @Mike Meals
MDotySr – They won’t show up in any stat sheet, but the Offensive Line as a unit is my MVP. The questions all spring and summer were about the new faces and true freshman starting and was repeated from social media to message boards. The SLOBS stood on their heads and created holes and provided protection, without that there would have not been 77 points ?
Scott – JT Barrett. Solid effort
Patrick – JT Barrett. Hopefully this is a sign of things to come for this season.
WVa – JT Barrett made sure that everyone in the Shoe on Saturday knew who was in charge! It’s not like he is going through QBgeddon again but you got the feeling he was exorcising some demons!
Brandon – I will go with Curtis Samuel. I’ve been shouting from the rooftops on how much I like Samuel but even I was not expecting the day he had. In his first start as the H-back, he racked up 266 yards and three touchdowns. What is even more impressive is he could have had a lot more. If the Buckeyes really just wanted to force feed him, there is no doubt in my mind he could have run for 200+ yards and caught for 200+ yards…of course that might have been the case with a few players yesterday.
Joe D. – Brandon and I share a wavelength on this one. All I can truly say is it’s a relief to see the coaching staff implement Curtis Samuel as the main threat early in the season. To see him take over the game and to hear Urban Meyer say he might be the only true hybrid in his offense’s history — that was satisfying enough to know that taking a back seat the last two years will pay off for the Bronx Hybrid.
Ben v. – Curtis Samuel. You can see what a weapon he is going to be for Urban Meyer. He can carry it out of the backfield and line up at wideout and be just as effective. Its nice to have a thunder and lightning tailback scenario with Weber and Samuel and I only expect it to get better.
JC – J.T. seems like the apparent choice. Solid – unquestionable. But I feel we expected nothing shy of such an effort from him. I vote for Curtis Samuel who was a dual threat with 84 yards on the ground & 177 yards receiving and 3 TD’s total. The kid from Brooklyn shined and is a star.
Shannon – I am going to go with the water-boys. Watching them Buckeyes running up and down the field, keeping them hydrated that is a thankless job. Bravo team bravo!
Mike Meals – JT had a great game, but I am going with Curtis Samuel. Just an impressive day for Curtis. I think this will help boost his confidence, and help get him rolling for the year.
If anyone would have said anything other than J.T. here they would be fired! (Editors Note: Five people said Samuel, two more than Barrett…maybe you should be fired!)
tOSU O-line MVP
MDotySr –.The entire group of SLOBS!! See above.
Scott – The whole unit
Patrick – like Scott, I give it to the entire line and specifically Michael Jordan for being the second freshman OL to ever start for Ohio State, second to only Orlando Pace.
WVa – I have to admit that I am pretty surprised by total effort of the slobs. They have two returning players that are as good as they come and the rest are knew including the very talented tight end this season. Granted, it was Bowling Green but you have to believe they were prepared for a running game that has a new star runner and knew where they could attack along the front. Whats more impressive about the performance is the time they gave JT to throw the ball.
Joe D. – Pat Elflein stopped any interior rush attempt and really gave Barrett time to sit back and be comfortable in the pocket. Yes, pressure comes from the outside edge, but it starts in the interior. Elflein was a road grader and pass protector on Saturday.
Ben v. – Michael Jordan. First true freshman to start since Orlando, and he played an excellent game despite a few penalties. Can’t wait to see him and the entire o-line grow this season.
Brandon – Pat Elflein. I know the whole unit was dominating but without Elflein in the middle that may not have been the case. With three new starters, including one true freshman, Elflein was able to keep them calm and composed.
JC – Absolutely the whole front line. They all deserve a nod.
Shannon – Greg Studwa. That JT kid had some time to throw didn’t he. Great job coach.
Mike Meals – Everyone. Anytime you dominate any D1 program like that, everyone was doing their job.
The Slobs have it and they could be one of the best in the nation at seasons end . . , stay tuned!
tOSU Offensive Unsung
MDotySr –.Mike Weber started off with a bang while running for 136 yards on 19 carries. He just missed a couple of long runs with shoestring tackles, the best of Weber is yet to be seen.
Scott – Dontre Wilson
Patrick – Ed Wariner. Going up to the booth has been magical since doing it.
WVa – I am going to also go with Dontre Wilson here. I think his presence makes things difficult on secondary’s to pick and choose who to cover and that is definitely what led to the KJ Hill and Noah Brown scores for sure. His blocking has improved greatly too.
Joe D. – How about the effeciency of the receiving corps on Saturday? Everyone did their job and did it well. The Buckeyes had 27 overall receptions and hauled in 70 percent of the pass attempts thrown throughout the afternoon. Not to mention, everyone made big plays. The aforementioned Samuel averaged over 19 yards per catch. K.J. Hill had a monstrous touchdown grab. Noah Brown helped maintain possession with some catches in which he just out-physicaled the defensive back covering him. Overall, nine receivers touched the ball. Of those, five scored on touchdown passes. You can’t beat that type of passing and receiving efficiency.
Ben v. – Dontre Wilson. He showed how electric he can be with the ball in his hands, and can show some of the same flashes as Samuel. He is an excellent pass catcher, and running the wildcat seems right up his alley. Hopefully he can stay healthy this year and end his career at Ohio State on a really high note.
Brandon – Dontre Wilson. As I mentioned in the preseason awards, it is very easy to forget how special Wilson is. He has pretty much been injured for two years and was passed up by other great players. I mentioned how he had put on 15 lbs and it definitely showed yesterday. He will never be the top receiver…or rusher…or playmaker on this team BUT he will be a major part of any success they have. With his return abilities and his ability to step into the HB role and allow Samuel to move to RB, Wilson will continue to make plays all season. Yesterday’s stat line of 36 rushing yards, 37 receiving yards, 28 return yards should be the baseline of what we will see from Wilson every week. The two touchdowns were just icing on the cake. With so much focus on Barrett, Samuel, and Weber…Wilson could steal a bunch of stats.
JC – Dontre Wilson. His 36 on the ground and 37 receiving along with 2 TD’s went completely unnoticed because of the dynamite action of JT & Samuel. He put on a nice show.
Shannon – Tim Beck. JT looked like a really really good quarterback.
Mike Meals – Wilson is good, and by all means I am glad he’s back. But I think Mike Weber going 19 for 136 shows he will be great for the Buckeyes. He is a little work horse.
Dontre Wilson gets the nod here because this will probably be the only time he can be unsung! Praise coming in truckloads soon.
Defensive
tOSU Defensive MVP
MDotySr – Malik Hooker is a star in the making.
Scott – Malik Hooker
Patrick – Malik Hooker. Dude has AA written all over him.
WVa – I was telling a new usher in my portal during the pre-game warm-ups who I thought would be a star. All i said to him was remember the name Hooker. The kid did not disappoint! I enjoyed watching him play on Saturday and I couldn’t help myself with a nice little slogan for him, By Hook or By Crook!
Joe D. – If Malik Hooker keeps trending like he has since spring, we are going to have to name this award after him forever and ever amen. What a display of athleticism, durability, coverage skills, and physical power on Saturday.
Ben v. – Ummm…. I guess Malik Hooker. He had an interception or two didn’t he?
Brandon – I will go with Malik Hooker. He is just the type of playmaker we haven’t seen at Ohio State in awhile. It is like Tyvis Powell and Vonn Bell had a playmaking baby showcasing the best of both of their abilities. Good thing for Malik, I read that taking horrible routes to the ball is not hereditary.
JC – Malik Hooker without question. His first interception where he tipped it and as he fell onto his back snagged it was only half of the show. His ability to follow the ball, changing direction, and his range, as he showed specifically on that play was utterly amazing. He came across the field to make that play. Malik Hooker is good. Look for him to get better. He is the real deal – period.
Shannon – Joe Burger. He played a lot more than what was planned with Donte Booker watching from the sideline
Mike Meals – Let’s just make this unanimous (editors note: outside of Shannon trying hard to be different) – Hooker
Malik Hooker deserves this award this week. Shannons mention of Joe Burger reminds us next man up is terribly important!
tOSU D-line MVP
MDotySr – Nick Bosa had the best stats and I think that we will see more of him. Just scratching the surface.
Scott – everyone
Patrick – Nick Bosa. True Frosh tied for team lead in tackles w 4 and a sack.
WVa – I am honoring Tracy Sprinkle with this award this week because of the many times he won’t be mentioned here now. I think the next man up mentality will make sure the d-line is okay after losing him but you cannot replace his leadership! I for one am going to miss Tracy this season.
Joe D. – I’ll go with the whole line, because they were able to hold the BGSU offense to just 69 rushing yards. Before you start screaming, I understand that BGSU passed the ball 44 times. The Buckeyes threw the pill 39 times and still rushed for 359 yards. Imposing your will means everything in this game. The Falcons averaged 2.5 yards per rush.
Ben v. – The entire first team and second team lines really held their own out there. It really hurt losing Tracy Sprinkle for the year as he was going to be a huge contributor to that side of the ball, but with the production from the rest of the line, it seems to be in good hands for the rest of the year.
Brandon – This one is tough because no one really stood out. BGSU gets rid of the ball so quick, they really didn’t have a chance to shine. With that said, I will go with the DT group. McMillan and Burger were in on every run play without much resistance. That would not have been possible without those DTs clogging up the middle.
JC – I will go with Hubbard – because that’s almost how I am suppose to respond. He’ll be the top-dog all year. But the BG game all deserve credit for outstanding play.
Shannon – Anyone not named Bosa. For reasons of not paying homage to his brother with the shrug. Long live the shrug!
Mike Meals – There were a lot of guys playing, but I am going with Tracy Sprinkle…only because I like the kid and if he really is going to be out for the season, I won’t be able to put him in here later
Tracy Sprinkle because I said so.
tOSU Defensive Unsung
MDotySr – I’ll go with Lattimore here who overcame injuries to come up and play a great game. He will be picked all year in lieu of going to Conley’s side of the field. Saturday was very important experience for one of the best athletes on the team. If he stays healthy, he’s the next great CB at TOSU.
Scott – Not picking one. They all shone
Patrick – The secondary. The most questionable unit coming into this season rose and shined in their first appearance as a unit.
WVa – This is where I will mention Joe Burger again. With Booker on the sidelines he stepped up and played a pretty good game. Burger is in a spot where he is going to be depended on heavily this season and he will do wonderfully!
Joe D. – Greg Schiano’s instant impact on the new defensive backs that are playing major roles early on in the season. This is a coach that has exclusively grown through the tampa 2 over the last several years but has adapted his tackling style to an already successful defensive scheme. Job well done sir. #ChoppinWood
Ben v. – Lattimore and Webb. Conley and Hooker were pretty solidified in their starting jobs, but Lattimore and Webb were battling all camp to get their spots in the secondary. I think they proved they belonged with a solid afternoon. They along with the whole defense gave up 3 points and hardly and big plays.
Brandon – Raekwon McMillan. He didn’t play too much but I feel like he had a little under 100 tackles. It seemed like he was in on every tackle in the first part of the game. Sometimes it is tough to not give up long runs against teams like BG because you are so focused on the pass but McMillan did a great job of helping shut down Coppett who is a pretty decent back.
JC – They all played well. But let’s go with Bosa, just because he is certainly on his way to being a bonafide star.
Shannon – Greg Schiano, the streak of holding opposing teams under hundred yards for the game started with one.
Mike Meals – Rodjay Burns – yeah, it was late, and I know he scored, but he wasn’t even listed on the 2 deep this week, and now his name will forever be in the OSU history books for having a Pick 6
When you have 10 plus new players show up on defense and they all get some highlight reel play it can be difficult to pick one.
Odds and Ends
tOSU Special Teams MVP
MDotySr –.Tyler Durbin
Scott – Tyler Durbin
Patrick – Tyler Durbin. 11/11 on pat’s.
WVa – Tyler Durbin, enough said. LOL at Joe below though!
Joe D. – One Durbin, one scotch and one beer. I haven’t seen a good kicker since the season before last. This senior walk-on never gave the pigskin a boot from the hash. Yet, I want one Durbin, one scotch and one beer — One Durbin! One Scotch! And one Beer!
Ben v. – Dubin. Since we only got to see Cam Johnston once, he wins by default.
Brandon – Tyler Durbin. Look his kickoffs weren’t the best but he kept them inbounds. The thing that impressed me the most was his aggressiveness on coverage. On every kickoff he was one of the guys in there to make the tackle. If you didn’t notice, go back and rewatch. It was a joy to watch.
JC – I am going with Liam McCullough, the long-snapper, just wanted to say that. But, for real – an extremely important job that never gets any recognition. Today Liam does!
Shannon – Cameron Johnston, I feel my comrades are underestimating the importance of keeping fresh and into the game when your number isn’t called until the third quarter.
Mike Meals – I am going with Durbin also.
Tyler Durbin is the new sheriff in town and has an ICBM for a leg.
tOSU Needs Improvement
MDotySr – Can always improve staring down on a receiver.
Scott – JT. He threw a pick. Come on.
Patrick – This answer will never change till he leaves……..Dontre Wilson.
WVa – I try to go with something new each week but taking care of the football has me a little concerned. The team has had the ability to get over them but some day they will come back to haunt them like MSU.
Joe D. – I’ll go with the obvious one, being more mentally prepared to start the game. Those moments don’t matter when you are playing a MAC team, but when it comes to week three or deep into the Big Ten schedule, mistakes early in the game could completely set the tempo.
Ben v. – Wide receivers outside of Curtis Samuel. I remember a Noah Brown catch and the KJ Hill touchdown, but other than that moments I remember from wide receivers are few and far between. Hopefully we can see them all step up and make themselves known this season.
Brandon – I will say the secondary. They looked good but you can still see some kinks being worked out, especially with Damon Webb and Marshon Lattimore. I’m talking about things like a few missed tackles or bad routes to the runner. I think they will be great but that is really the only thing I noticed yesterday.
JC – I will still go with play-calling. Though Warinner & Beck “seemingly” improved from last year – it was BG this week … the jury is still out.
Shannon – JT Barrett having an interception (uncalled for protect the ball). Whoever had penalties 9-66 yards. I see you running sprints (no more penalties)
Mike Meals – Player rotation. With a team this young, you need to have as many guys as you can see live action early.
Shannon and I win the toss and this statement to take care of the football. A pick six against the Sooners early will hurt bad.
tOSU Next Big Star
MDotySr –. Malik Hooker
Scott – Malik Hooker
Patrick – Curtis Samuel. Looks like he may be a focus of the O and primed for a breakout season.
WVa – I had to do a coin toss here. There are so many possibilities but I truly believe that Malik Hooker is the man. I only say this because I think Weber will get the yards we need to keep teams honest, but not the scores. I think that will come from Zone6 this season.
Joe D. – Where do I begin? There were tons of talented young players that showed they could be superstars down the road on defense, offense and even possibly on special teams. I’ll select Demario McCall because everyone else has gone with the big names. McCall and Joe Burrow both took their playing time seriously and shined on the field in mop-up duty. That could pay dividends if unfortunate injuries ail the Buckeyes later in the season.
Ben v. – Weber for me. He has more of a chance to become a star because he touches the ball so many times per game, whereas Hooker has a harder time because he only can make a few plays a game. I can see Weber going for 1200+ yards this season and making some honorable mention All-American teams.
Brandon – I think we saw two next big stars yesterday; Hooker and Weber. I was not surprised by Hooker, he was my pick in the preseason and he did not disappoint. I was not a Weber fan, I just though Samuel was better, but he won me over. He needs to work on his Dontre Wilson disease of shoestring tackles but he still rushed for 136 yards on 7.2 ypc.
JC – Malik Hooker – no doubt.
Shannon – Buckeyes official statisticians, seriously they look to be having a big year.
Mike Meals – Again, I go back to Mike Weber
Gonna go with a tie here between Weber and Hooker. I think there’s plenty of room on both’s bandwagon right now.
TB1G Coach of the Week
MDotySr –.Paul Chryst
Scott – Luke Fickell
Patrick – Paul Chryst. Huge win for Wisky.
WVa – I was worried that Paul Chryst would be the guy to take over for the moron that left for Arkansas and now that he is the head man in Wisconsin, they will be more dangerous than they were before. They have also already assured he will be the B1G COTY now.
Joe D. – I don’t like crediting a coach because Les Miles has no idea how to run a college football offense in 2016. I’m going with Mike Riley, for his willingness without question to send his punt team out there with just 10 men on their first possession to honor the late Sam Foltz, who died in a car crash in July. Honorary coach of the week honors go to Ferris State head coach Tim DeRuyter for declining the delay of game penalty after Riley let the clock run out in honor of his punter. Riley deserves credit for being one of the classiest coaches in college football.
Ben v. – Chryst. Beating The Hat is a great feat for any coach, but to do it in Lambeau on the national stage is awesome.
Brandon – Paul Chryst. I’m not impressed with Wisconsin, everyone shuts down an LSU offense but knocking off a top five team where no one gave you a chance is impressive!
JC – Gotta go with Paul Chryst – don’t you think?
Shannon – Mark Dantonio. His team played an extremely hard fought game against a tough FCS opponent then has a week to heal up. Way to go coach you’re a very smart man the way you schedule.
Mike Meals – I hate UW, but knocking off the Fightin Corndogs of LSU means Chryst is my pick too.
Paul Chrsyt is the easy choice here and should cause concern for Ohio State fans for the match-up later in the season.
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tOSU Offensive MVP
New at tBBC: Breaking News: J.T. Barrett named B1G Offensive Player of the Week https://t.co/P9k8tmZ0vM
— The BBC (@The_BBC) September 5, 2016
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MDotySr – They won’t show up in any stat sheet, but the Offensive Line as a unit is my MVP. The questions all spring and summer were about the new faces and true freshman starting and was repeated from social media to message boards. The SLOBS stood on their heads and created holes and provided protection, without that there would have not been 77 points ?
Scott – JT Barrett. Solid effort
Patrick – JT Barrett. Hopefully this is a sign of things to come for this season.
WVa – JT Barrett made sure that everyone in the Shoe on Saturday knew who was in charge! It’s not like he is going through QBgeddon again but you got the feeling he was exorcising some demons!
Brandon – I will go with Curtis Samuel. I’ve been shouting from the rooftops on how much I like Samuel but even I was not expecting the day he had. In his first start as the H-back, he racked up 266 yards and three touchdowns. What is even more impressive is he could have had a lot more. If the Buckeyes really just wanted to force feed him, there is no doubt in my mind he could have run for 200+ yards and caught for 200+ yards…of course that might have been the case with a few players yesterday.
Joe D. – Brandon and I share a wavelength on this one. All I can truly say is it’s a relief to see the coaching staff implement Curtis Samuel as the main threat early in the season. To see him take over the game and to hear Urban Meyer say he might be the only true hybrid in his offense’s history — that was satisfying enough to know that taking a back seat the last two years will pay off for the Bronx Hybrid.
Ben v. – Curtis Samuel. You can see what a weapon he is going to be for Urban Meyer. He can carry it out of the backfield and line up at wideout and be just as effective. Its nice to have a thunder and lightning tailback scenario with Weber and Samuel and I only expect it to get better.
JC – J.T. seems like the apparent choice. Solid – unquestionable. But I feel we expected nothing shy of such an effort from him. I vote for Curtis Samuel who was a dual threat with 84 yards on the ground & 177 yards receiving and 3 TD’s total. The kid from Brooklyn shined and is a star.
Shannon – I am going to go with the water-boys. Watching them Buckeyes running up and down the field, keeping them hydrated that is a thankless job. Bravo team bravo!
Mike Meals – JT had a great game, but I am going with Curtis Samuel. Just an impressive day for Curtis. I think this will help boost his confidence, and help get him rolling for the year.
If anyone would have said anything other than J.T. here they would be fired! (Editors Note: Five people said Samuel, two more than Barrett…maybe you should be fired!)
tOSU O-line MVP
MDotySr –.The entire group of SLOBS!! See above.
Scott – The whole unit
Patrick – like Scott, I give it to the entire line and specifically Michael Jordan for being the second freshman OL to ever start for Ohio State, second to only Orlando Pace.
WVa – I have to admit that I am pretty surprised by total effort of the slobs. They have two returning players that are as good as they come and the rest are knew including the very talented tight end this season. Granted, it was Bowling Green but you have to believe they were prepared for a running game that has a new star runner and knew where they could attack along the front. Whats more impressive about the performance is the time they gave JT to throw the ball.
Joe D. – Pat Elflein stopped any interior rush attempt and really gave Barrett time to sit back and be comfortable in the pocket. Yes, pressure comes from the outside edge, but it starts in the interior. Elflein was a road grader and pass protector on Saturday.
Ben v. – Michael Jordan. First true freshman to start since Orlando, and he played an excellent game despite a few penalties. Can’t wait to see him and the entire o-line grow this season.
Brandon – Pat Elflein. I know the whole unit was dominating but without Elflein in the middle that may not have been the case. With three new starters, including one true freshman, Elflein was able to keep them calm and composed.
JC – Absolutely the whole front line. They all deserve a nod.
Shannon – Greg Studwa. That JT kid had some time to throw didn’t he. Great job coach.
Mike Meals – Everyone. Anytime you dominate any D1 program like that, everyone was doing their job.
The Slobs have it and they could be one of the best in the nation at seasons end . . , stay tuned!
tOSU Offensive Unsung
MDotySr –.Mike Weber started off with a bang while running for 136 yards on 19 carries. He just missed a couple of long runs with shoestring tackles, the best of Weber is yet to be seen.
Scott – Dontre Wilson
Patrick – Ed Wariner. Going up to the booth has been magical since doing it.
WVa – I am going to also go with Dontre Wilson here. I think his presence makes things difficult on secondary’s to pick and choose who to cover and that is definitely what led to the KJ Hill and Noah Brown scores for sure. His blocking has improved greatly too.
Joe D. – How about the effeciency of the receiving corps on Saturday? Everyone did their job and did it well. The Buckeyes had 27 overall receptions and hauled in 70 percent of the pass attempts thrown throughout the afternoon. Not to mention, everyone made big plays. The aforementioned Samuel averaged over 19 yards per catch. K.J. Hill had a monstrous touchdown grab. Noah Brown helped maintain possession with some catches in which he just out-physicaled the defensive back covering him. Overall, nine receivers touched the ball. Of those, five scored on touchdown passes. You can’t beat that type of passing and receiving efficiency.
Ben v. – Dontre Wilson. He showed how electric he can be with the ball in his hands, and can show some of the same flashes as Samuel. He is an excellent pass catcher, and running the wildcat seems right up his alley. Hopefully he can stay healthy this year and end his career at Ohio State on a really high note.
Brandon – Dontre Wilson. As I mentioned in the preseason awards, it is very easy to forget how special Wilson is. He has pretty much been injured for two years and was passed up by other great players. I mentioned how he had put on 15 lbs and it definitely showed yesterday. He will never be the top receiver…or rusher…or playmaker on this team BUT he will be a major part of any success they have. With his return abilities and his ability to step into the HB role and allow Samuel to move to RB, Wilson will continue to make plays all season. Yesterday’s stat line of 36 rushing yards, 37 receiving yards, 28 return yards should be the baseline of what we will see from Wilson every week. The two touchdowns were just icing on the cake. With so much focus on Barrett, Samuel, and Weber…Wilson could steal a bunch of stats.
JC – Dontre Wilson. His 36 on the ground and 37 receiving along with 2 TD’s went completely unnoticed because of the dynamite action of JT & Samuel. He put on a nice show.
Shannon – Tim Beck. JT looked like a really really good quarterback.
Mike Meals – Wilson is good, and by all means I am glad he’s back. But I think Mike Weber going 19 for 136 shows he will be great for the Buckeyes. He is a little work horse.
Dontre Wilson gets the nod here because this will probably be the only time he can be unsung! Praise coming in truckloads soon.
Defensive
tOSU Defensive MVP
MDotySr – Malik Hooker is a star in the making.
Scott – Malik Hooker
Patrick – Malik Hooker. Dude has AA written all over him.
WVa – I was telling a new usher in my portal during the pre-game warm-ups who I thought would be a star. All i said to him was remember the name Hooker. The kid did not disappoint! I enjoyed watching him play on Saturday and I couldn’t help myself with a nice little slogan for him, By Hook or By Crook!
Joe D. – If Malik Hooker keeps trending like he has since spring, we are going to have to name this award after him forever and ever amen. What a display of athleticism, durability, coverage skills, and physical power on Saturday.
Ben v. – Ummm…. I guess Malik Hooker. He had an interception or two didn’t he?
Brandon – I will go with Malik Hooker. He is just the type of playmaker we haven’t seen at Ohio State in awhile. It is like Tyvis Powell and Vonn Bell had a playmaking baby showcasing the best of both of their abilities. Good thing for Malik, I read that taking horrible routes to the ball is not hereditary.
JC – Malik Hooker without question. His first interception where he tipped it and as he fell onto his back snagged it was only half of the show. His ability to follow the ball, changing direction, and his range, as he showed specifically on that play was utterly amazing. He came across the field to make that play. Malik Hooker is good. Look for him to get better. He is the real deal – period.
Shannon – Joe Burger. He played a lot more than what was planned with Donte Booker watching from the sideline
Mike Meals – Let’s just make this unanimous (editors note: outside of Shannon trying hard to be different) – Hooker
Malik Hooker deserves this award this week. Shannons mention of Joe Burger reminds us next man up is terribly important!
tOSU D-line MVP
MDotySr – Nick Bosa had the best stats and I think that we will see more of him. Just scratching the surface.
Scott – everyone
Patrick – Nick Bosa. True Frosh tied for team lead in tackles w 4 and a sack.
WVa – I am honoring Tracy Sprinkle with this award this week because of the many times he won’t be mentioned here now. I think the next man up mentality will make sure the d-line is okay after losing him but you cannot replace his leadership! I for one am going to miss Tracy this season.
Joe D. – I’ll go with the whole line, because they were able to hold the BGSU offense to just 69 rushing yards. Before you start screaming, I understand that BGSU passed the ball 44 times. The Buckeyes threw the pill 39 times and still rushed for 359 yards. Imposing your will means everything in this game. The Falcons averaged 2.5 yards per rush.
Ben v. – The entire first team and second team lines really held their own out there. It really hurt losing Tracy Sprinkle for the year as he was going to be a huge contributor to that side of the ball, but with the production from the rest of the line, it seems to be in good hands for the rest of the year.
Brandon – This one is tough because no one really stood out. BGSU gets rid of the ball so quick, they really didn’t have a chance to shine. With that said, I will go with the DT group. McMillan and Burger were in on every run play without much resistance. That would not have been possible without those DTs clogging up the middle.
JC – I will go with Hubbard – because that’s almost how I am suppose to respond. He’ll be the top-dog all year. But the BG game all deserve credit for outstanding play.
Shannon – Anyone not named Bosa. For reasons of not paying homage to his brother with the shrug. Long live the shrug!
Mike Meals – There were a lot of guys playing, but I am going with Tracy Sprinkle…only because I like the kid and if he really is going to be out for the season, I won’t be able to put him in here later
Tracy Sprinkle because I said so.
tOSU Defensive Unsung
MDotySr – I’ll go with Lattimore here who overcame injuries to come up and play a great game. He will be picked all year in lieu of going to Conley’s side of the field. Saturday was very important experience for one of the best athletes on the team. If he stays healthy, he’s the next great CB at TOSU.
Scott – Not picking one. They all shone
Patrick – The secondary. The most questionable unit coming into this season rose and shined in their first appearance as a unit.
WVa – This is where I will mention Joe Burger again. With Booker on the sidelines he stepped up and played a pretty good game. Burger is in a spot where he is going to be depended on heavily this season and he will do wonderfully!
Joe D. – Greg Schiano’s instant impact on the new defensive backs that are playing major roles early on in the season. This is a coach that has exclusively grown through the tampa 2 over the last several years but has adapted his tackling style to an already successful defensive scheme. Job well done sir. #ChoppinWood
Ben v. – Lattimore and Webb. Conley and Hooker were pretty solidified in their starting jobs, but Lattimore and Webb were battling all camp to get their spots in the secondary. I think they proved they belonged with a solid afternoon. They along with the whole defense gave up 3 points and hardly and big plays.
Brandon – Raekwon McMillan. He didn’t play too much but I feel like he had a little under 100 tackles. It seemed like he was in on every tackle in the first part of the game. Sometimes it is tough to not give up long runs against teams like BG because you are so focused on the pass but McMillan did a great job of helping shut down Coppett who is a pretty decent back.
JC – They all played well. But let’s go with Bosa, just because he is certainly on his way to being a bonafide star.
Shannon – Greg Schiano, the streak of holding opposing teams under hundred yards for the game started with one.
Mike Meals – Rodjay Burns – yeah, it was late, and I know he scored, but he wasn’t even listed on the 2 deep this week, and now his name will forever be in the OSU history books for having a Pick 6
When you have 10 plus new players show up on defense and they all get some highlight reel play it can be difficult to pick one.
Odds and Ends
tOSU Special Teams MVP
MDotySr –.Tyler Durbin
Scott – Tyler Durbin
Patrick – Tyler Durbin. 11/11 on pat’s.
WVa – Tyler Durbin, enough said. LOL at Joe below though!
Joe D. – One Durbin, one scotch and one beer. I haven’t seen a good kicker since the season before last. This senior walk-on never gave the pigskin a boot from the hash. Yet, I want one Durbin, one scotch and one beer — One Durbin! One Scotch! And one Beer!
Ben v. – Dubin. Since we only got to see Cam Johnston once, he wins by default.
Brandon – Tyler Durbin. Look his kickoffs weren’t the best but he kept them inbounds. The thing that impressed me the most was his aggressiveness on coverage. On every kickoff he was one of the guys in there to make the tackle. If you didn’t notice, go back and rewatch. It was a joy to watch.
JC – I am going with Liam McCullough, the long-snapper, just wanted to say that. But, for real – an extremely important job that never gets any recognition. Today Liam does!
Shannon – Cameron Johnston, I feel my comrades are underestimating the importance of keeping fresh and into the game when your number isn’t called until the third quarter.
Mike Meals – I am going with Durbin also.
Tyler Durbin is the new sheriff in town and has an ICBM for a leg.
tOSU Needs Improvement
MDotySr – Can always improve staring down on a receiver.
Scott – JT. He threw a pick. Come on.
Patrick – This answer will never change till he leaves……..Dontre Wilson.
WVa – I try to go with something new each week but taking care of the football has me a little concerned. The team has had the ability to get over them but some day they will come back to haunt them like MSU.
Joe D. – I’ll go with the obvious one, being more mentally prepared to start the game. Those moments don’t matter when you are playing a MAC team, but when it comes to week three or deep into the Big Ten schedule, mistakes early in the game could completely set the tempo.
Ben v. – Wide receivers outside of Curtis Samuel. I remember a Noah Brown catch and the KJ Hill touchdown, but other than that moments I remember from wide receivers are few and far between. Hopefully we can see them all step up and make themselves known this season.
Brandon – I will say the secondary. They looked good but you can still see some kinks being worked out, especially with Damon Webb and Marshon Lattimore. I’m talking about things like a few missed tackles or bad routes to the runner. I think they will be great but that is really the only thing I noticed yesterday.
JC – I will still go with play-calling. Though Warinner & Beck “seemingly” improved from last year – it was BG this week … the jury is still out.
Shannon – JT Barrett having an interception (uncalled for protect the ball). Whoever had penalties 9-66 yards. I see you running sprints (no more penalties)
Mike Meals – Player rotation. With a team this young, you need to have as many guys as you can see live action early.
Shannon and I win the toss and this statement to take care of the football. A pick six against the Sooners early will hurt bad.
tOSU Next Big Star
MDotySr –. Malik Hooker
Scott – Malik Hooker
Patrick – Curtis Samuel. Looks like he may be a focus of the O and primed for a breakout season.
WVa – I had to do a coin toss here. There are so many possibilities but I truly believe that Malik Hooker is the man. I only say this because I think Weber will get the yards we need to keep teams honest, but not the scores. I think that will come from Zone6 this season.
Joe D. – Where do I begin? There were tons of talented young players that showed they could be superstars down the road on defense, offense and even possibly on special teams. I’ll select Demario McCall because everyone else has gone with the big names. McCall and Joe Burrow both took their playing time seriously and shined on the field in mop-up duty. That could pay dividends if unfortunate injuries ail the Buckeyes later in the season.
Ben v. – Weber for me. He has more of a chance to become a star because he touches the ball so many times per game, whereas Hooker has a harder time because he only can make a few plays a game. I can see Weber going for 1200+ yards this season and making some honorable mention All-American teams.
Brandon – I think we saw two next big stars yesterday; Hooker and Weber. I was not surprised by Hooker, he was my pick in the preseason and he did not disappoint. I was not a Weber fan, I just though Samuel was better, but he won me over. He needs to work on his Dontre Wilson disease of shoestring tackles but he still rushed for 136 yards on 7.2 ypc.
JC – Malik Hooker – no doubt.
Shannon – Buckeyes official statisticians, seriously they look to be having a big year.
Mike Meals – Again, I go back to Mike Weber
Gonna go with a tie here between Weber and Hooker. I think there’s plenty of room on both’s bandwagon right now.
TB1G Coach of the Week
MDotySr –.Paul Chryst
Scott – Luke Fickell
Patrick – Paul Chryst. Huge win for Wisky.
WVa – I was worried that Paul Chryst would be the guy to take over for the moron that left for Arkansas and now that he is the head man in Wisconsin, they will be more dangerous than they were before. They have also already assured he will be the B1G COTY now.
Joe D. – I don’t like crediting a coach because Les Miles has no idea how to run a college football offense in 2016. I’m going with Mike Riley, for his willingness without question to send his punt team out there with just 10 men on their first possession to honor the late Sam Foltz, who died in a car crash in July. Honorary coach of the week honors go to Ferris State head coach Tim DeRuyter for declining the delay of game penalty after Riley let the clock run out in honor of his punter. Riley deserves credit for being one of the classiest coaches in college football.
Ben v. – Chryst. Beating The Hat is a great feat for any coach, but to do it in Lambeau on the national stage is awesome.
Brandon – Paul Chryst. I’m not impressed with Wisconsin, everyone shuts down an LSU offense but knocking off a top five team where no one gave you a chance is impressive!
JC – Gotta go with Paul Chryst – don’t you think?
Shannon – Mark Dantonio. His team played an extremely hard fought game against a tough FCS opponent then has a week to heal up. Way to go coach you’re a very smart man the way you schedule.
Mike Meals – I hate UW, but knocking off the Fightin Corndogs of LSU means Chryst is my pick too.
Paul Chrsyt is the easy choice here and should cause concern for Ohio State fans for the match-up later in the season.
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