2024 tOSU Defense Discussion

[Bill Lucas]

I feel like we say this every year...and every year it never ends up being true lol.

Isn't that about the offense in past years?

 

[Bestbuck36]

No LBs including Sonny are filling the hole, they are just sitting back and waiting for the RB. I really don’t get it. I’m tired of watching us always give up positive yards on a run.

If we sit back and allow Iowa, UM and others to hit the line with no one coming up to stop them it’s going to be a struggle.

The guy who fills the best, even better than Simon imo, is Gabe Powers. He's the epitome of see ball, get balland I want to see more

 

[ScriptOhio]

Stock Up/Down: Ohio State Makes Running Game Statement Against Marshall, 3-Tech Depth and Linebacker Play Cause for Light Concern

Ohio State's rushing offense exploded on Saturday but the Buckeyes' 3-technique defensive tackle depth could use some work going forward.

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Stock Up/Down: Ohio State Makes Running Game Statement Against Marshall, 3-Tech Depth and Linebacker Play Cause for Light Concern​

Stock Down​

3-Tech Depth​

Saturday's game demonstrated the value of Tyleik Williams in Ohio State's defense. With the team's star 3-technique defensive tackle out, the Buckeyes struggled to get anyone to stick as a replacement. Hero Kanu started but proved a non-factor, Jason Moore was more of the same and while Tywone Malone made a few nice plays, the Buckeyes need someone to step up here similar to how Kayden McDonald has stepped up as the second nose guard.

Linebacker Play​

Marshall found most of its offensive success – which it should be noted still wasn't much, the Herd scored two touchdowns but punted eight times – attacking the middle of the Buckeyes' defense with quick underneath passes and getting Stone Earle mobile at quarterback. Those are areas of the field linebackers are responsible for. Sonny Styles looked out of place on several plays and C.J. Hicks still struggles when he's not blitzing. Cody Simon is also capable of better performances than he had.

Again, this comes with the caveat that Marshall averaged a meager 2.9 yards per carry and 3.8 yards per play. But there were a few worrisome plays from Ohio State's linebackers in this contest, even if the worry is only a light concern for now.

 

[System_id]

You know, after watching the 2019 Miami (OH) game, I take back a little what I said. The defense that game got off to a much slower start than I remember. Part of me still thinks this defense isn't quite playing up to their potential, but they're much closer to 2019 than I remember so far.

 

[pnuts34]

 

[RB07OSU]

I love his no nonsense and candid approach. I have full confidence this game will be used as a learning experience that leads to improvement. I expect zero complacency moving forward on defense, from the players to the staff.