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NICK BOSA, CHASE YOUNG AND OHIO STATE'S DEFENSIVE LINE MUST SET THE TONE AGAINST TCU
On a mild Tempe, Arizona night in January, 2003, Ohio State's defensive line brought a college football dynasty to its knees.
The No. 2-ranked Buckeyes were heavy underdogs to top-ranked Miami, which came into the BCS National Championship Game riding a 34-game winning streak and looking to defend the title it captured the previous year.
The outcome was supposed to be a foregone conclusion. Former Miami running back Clinton Portis and a number of Hurricanes alumni planned a celebratory party before the game had even kicked off.
The Buckeye defensive front had a different outcome in mind, and that became immediately clear on Miami's first offensive snap, when defensive end Will Smith blew by the Hurricanes offensive line and sacked Ken Dorsey with one arm.
It was just the ninth time Dorsey had been sacked all season. By the end of the night, Ohio State's defensive line harassed the Miami signal-caller so thoroughly that he collapsed on the Sun Devil Stadium turf as confetti fell around him and the Buckeyes celebrated their first national title in over 30 years.
When you look back at Ohio State's prestigious history, a common thread develops throughout the program's biggest games. When the Buckeyes are on the winning side of things, their defensive line usually caused most of the damage.
The most notable recent example of that came in January, 2015, when Ohio State won its latest national title by suffocating Oregon's high-powered offense at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas.
And on Saturday night, the Buckeyes return to that very stadium for a matchup against TCU — hoping it's a path to the College Football Playoff glory they captured four years ago.
Ohio State is a significant favorite in the game —13-point favorites, at the time of this writing — and much of the focus is on Dwayne Haskins and a revitalized passing attack. The Buckeyes' biggest advantage against TCU, however, will be Nick Bosa, Chase Young and a defensive line that has looked unblockable through two games.
According to Pro Football Focus, Ohio State's defensive line has been the best in the country after two weeks of action. The Buckeyes have elite pass-rushers at every spot on the line, led by Bosa, who's tied for first nationally with three sacks despite only playing in the first half of both games against Oregon State and Rutgers.
Young has been a cheat code when paired with Bosa and has a pair of sacks to prove it. Dre'Mont Jones is wreaking havoc on the interior and also has two sacks to his name. And Robert Landers, knower of all the snap counts, initiates the action on seemingly every play he's a part of.
Then there are the backups who would start on most teams around the country.
Entire article: https://www.elevenwarriors.com/ohio...-defensive-line-must-set-the-tone-against-tcu
On a mild Tempe, Arizona night in January, 2003, Ohio State's defensive line brought a college football dynasty to its knees.
The No. 2-ranked Buckeyes were heavy underdogs to top-ranked Miami, which came into the BCS National Championship Game riding a 34-game winning streak and looking to defend the title it captured the previous year.
The outcome was supposed to be a foregone conclusion. Former Miami running back Clinton Portis and a number of Hurricanes alumni planned a celebratory party before the game had even kicked off.
The Buckeye defensive front had a different outcome in mind, and that became immediately clear on Miami's first offensive snap, when defensive end Will Smith blew by the Hurricanes offensive line and sacked Ken Dorsey with one arm.
It was just the ninth time Dorsey had been sacked all season. By the end of the night, Ohio State's defensive line harassed the Miami signal-caller so thoroughly that he collapsed on the Sun Devil Stadium turf as confetti fell around him and the Buckeyes celebrated their first national title in over 30 years.
When you look back at Ohio State's prestigious history, a common thread develops throughout the program's biggest games. When the Buckeyes are on the winning side of things, their defensive line usually caused most of the damage.
The most notable recent example of that came in January, 2015, when Ohio State won its latest national title by suffocating Oregon's high-powered offense at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas.
And on Saturday night, the Buckeyes return to that very stadium for a matchup against TCU — hoping it's a path to the College Football Playoff glory they captured four years ago.
Ohio State is a significant favorite in the game —13-point favorites, at the time of this writing — and much of the focus is on Dwayne Haskins and a revitalized passing attack. The Buckeyes' biggest advantage against TCU, however, will be Nick Bosa, Chase Young and a defensive line that has looked unblockable through two games.
According to Pro Football Focus, Ohio State's defensive line has been the best in the country after two weeks of action. The Buckeyes have elite pass-rushers at every spot on the line, led by Bosa, who's tied for first nationally with three sacks despite only playing in the first half of both games against Oregon State and Rutgers.
Young has been a cheat code when paired with Bosa and has a pair of sacks to prove it. Dre'Mont Jones is wreaking havoc on the interior and also has two sacks to his name. And Robert Landers, knower of all the snap counts, initiates the action on seemingly every play he's a part of.
Then there are the backups who would start on most teams around the country.
Entire article: https://www.elevenwarriors.com/ohio...-defensive-line-must-set-the-tone-against-tcu
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TCU Offense ‘Huge Test’ for Ohio State Defense
Like Ohio State last week, TCU had to play in a steady rain, which had a dramatic effect on their offense in the first half. Things picked up in the second half, however, and the Horned Frogs won their second game of the season in comfortable fashion.
In two games, the TCU offense is averaging 443 yards per game, with 234 coming on the ground and 209 through the air.
The Horned Frogs have two talented running backs that they rely on in juniors Sewo Olonilua — who is 6-foot-3 and 231 pounds, and Darius Anderson.
Olonilua has carried the ball 16 times for 102 yards this season and Anderson has checked in with 17 carries for 105 yards. Together, however, they only have one carry over 20 yards this season. Neither has reached the end zone.
TCU’s leading rusher is actually quarterback Shawn Robinson, who has carried the ball 10 times this year for 112 yards and three touchdowns. Together, the three of them will be a focal point for the Ohio State defense.
“33 (Olonilua) and 6 (Anderson) are really good running backs,” OSU defensive coordinator Greg Schiano said on Monday. “And their quarterback, the guy is new this year. Robinson, No. 3, I mean, we recruited him. He’s a really good player who is multi-dimensional, who can throw, he’s a strong-arm guy. He’s a huge test for our defense. This is a very athletic, fast, productive offense.”
Olonilua and Anderson split possessions, much like Ohio State running backs Mike Weber and J.K. Dobbins. And also like the Buckeyes, everything begins up front for TCU.
“They are a really talented offense. It all starts with the offensive and defensive lines,” Schiano said. “Their offensive line is as good as any in the Big Ten. It is that kind of offensive line; very, very good. Skill people. They are fast. It’s a very fast football team. You look at their receivers, you know, it’s 1 (Jalen Reagor), it’s 2 (Jaelan Austin), and these are really athletic kids in the backfield.”
Austin has four catches for 33 yards this season, while Reagor is tied for the team lead with eight receptions (98 yards).
Also tied for the team lead is slot receiver KaVontae Turpin, who is averaging 13.9 yards per catch coming off of the bench in each of TCU’s first two games.
Turpin has caught one touchdown pass this season, and has already returned a punt for a touchdown. It was the third of his career.
“It’s speed, elusiveness, he’s as quick as a cat,” Schiano said of the 5-foot-9 157-pound Turpin.
“Like I said, their three wide outs all present different issues but the common denominator is they all can run and that’s usually not a good thing. We’ve really got to be on top of our game.”
Entire article: https://theozone.net/2018/09/tcu-offense-huge/
Like Ohio State last week, TCU had to play in a steady rain, which had a dramatic effect on their offense in the first half. Things picked up in the second half, however, and the Horned Frogs won their second game of the season in comfortable fashion.
In two games, the TCU offense is averaging 443 yards per game, with 234 coming on the ground and 209 through the air.
The Horned Frogs have two talented running backs that they rely on in juniors Sewo Olonilua — who is 6-foot-3 and 231 pounds, and Darius Anderson.
Olonilua has carried the ball 16 times for 102 yards this season and Anderson has checked in with 17 carries for 105 yards. Together, however, they only have one carry over 20 yards this season. Neither has reached the end zone.
TCU’s leading rusher is actually quarterback Shawn Robinson, who has carried the ball 10 times this year for 112 yards and three touchdowns. Together, the three of them will be a focal point for the Ohio State defense.
“33 (Olonilua) and 6 (Anderson) are really good running backs,” OSU defensive coordinator Greg Schiano said on Monday. “And their quarterback, the guy is new this year. Robinson, No. 3, I mean, we recruited him. He’s a really good player who is multi-dimensional, who can throw, he’s a strong-arm guy. He’s a huge test for our defense. This is a very athletic, fast, productive offense.”
Olonilua and Anderson split possessions, much like Ohio State running backs Mike Weber and J.K. Dobbins. And also like the Buckeyes, everything begins up front for TCU.
“They are a really talented offense. It all starts with the offensive and defensive lines,” Schiano said. “Their offensive line is as good as any in the Big Ten. It is that kind of offensive line; very, very good. Skill people. They are fast. It’s a very fast football team. You look at their receivers, you know, it’s 1 (Jalen Reagor), it’s 2 (Jaelan Austin), and these are really athletic kids in the backfield.”
Austin has four catches for 33 yards this season, while Reagor is tied for the team lead with eight receptions (98 yards).
Also tied for the team lead is slot receiver KaVontae Turpin, who is averaging 13.9 yards per catch coming off of the bench in each of TCU’s first two games.
Turpin has caught one touchdown pass this season, and has already returned a punt for a touchdown. It was the third of his career.
“It’s speed, elusiveness, he’s as quick as a cat,” Schiano said of the 5-foot-9 157-pound Turpin.
“Like I said, their three wide outs all present different issues but the common denominator is they all can run and that’s usually not a good thing. We’ve really got to be on top of our game.”
Entire article: https://theozone.net/2018/09/tcu-offense-huge/
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ScriptOhio
Everybody is somebody else's weirdo.
Gary Patterson: Urban Meyer Absence Has ‘Probably Helped’ Buckeyes
Losing your head coach to a 3-game suspension is generally not the first step toward success.
When Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer was suspended three games for keeping former receivers coach Zach Smith employed, there were questions as to how the Buckeye football team would respond. Nobody who follows the program, however, thought the team would crumble in Meyer’s absence.
After all, Meyer has built a program at Ohio State that can sustain itself for long periods of time due to the culture that has been grown.
Though to say that it’s self-sufficient would be a disservice to the coaching staff and players who have worked hard to keep moving forward despite being without their leader.
OSU lives on the mantra of “next man up” and acting head coach Ryan Day has followed through on that and stepped up and performed almost perfectly. Day also had plenty of help from Greg Schiano and Kevin Wilson when Meyer wasn’t around, and together the three of them were able to hold the fort until Meyer returned 10 days ago.
Watching from afar, TCU head coach Gary Patterson wasn’t surprised that Ohio State was able to withstand such an upheaval at the top.
“People ask me about [Meyer’s] absence, well you’ve got three guys that could be a head coach there,” Patterson said. “Greg Schiano, I know really well. Kevin Wilson, we played against at Northwestern and he was at Oklahoma.
“And then you also have Coach Day that is their interim. He was offered NFL jobs and college jobs and coordinator jobs, so they have enough experience within their offices even when Coach wasn’t around. But he’s there every day now working and preparing and doing those kinds of things.”
Entire article: https://theozone.net/2018/09/gary-patterson-urban-meyer-buckeyes/
Losing your head coach to a 3-game suspension is generally not the first step toward success.
When Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer was suspended three games for keeping former receivers coach Zach Smith employed, there were questions as to how the Buckeye football team would respond. Nobody who follows the program, however, thought the team would crumble in Meyer’s absence.
After all, Meyer has built a program at Ohio State that can sustain itself for long periods of time due to the culture that has been grown.
Though to say that it’s self-sufficient would be a disservice to the coaching staff and players who have worked hard to keep moving forward despite being without their leader.
OSU lives on the mantra of “next man up” and acting head coach Ryan Day has followed through on that and stepped up and performed almost perfectly. Day also had plenty of help from Greg Schiano and Kevin Wilson when Meyer wasn’t around, and together the three of them were able to hold the fort until Meyer returned 10 days ago.
Watching from afar, TCU head coach Gary Patterson wasn’t surprised that Ohio State was able to withstand such an upheaval at the top.
“People ask me about [Meyer’s] absence, well you’ve got three guys that could be a head coach there,” Patterson said. “Greg Schiano, I know really well. Kevin Wilson, we played against at Northwestern and he was at Oklahoma.
“And then you also have Coach Day that is their interim. He was offered NFL jobs and college jobs and coordinator jobs, so they have enough experience within their offices even when Coach wasn’t around. But he’s there every day now working and preparing and doing those kinds of things.”
Entire article: https://theozone.net/2018/09/gary-patterson-urban-meyer-buckeyes/
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LovelandBuckeye
You never lose to those pricks. Ever. Ever. - UFM
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bukIpower
Head Coach
Not to mention I've seen an awful lot of confident TCU folks. Their insiders and their fans truly feel that Patterson is the great equalizer.
Honestly I've read everything from every buckeye sight all week. They have been talking all week about their exotic defense, fast QB, and overall fast team. I'm sick of it! This team is just as fast and I desperately want this team to make a statement.
My 3 keys to the game.
1. Do not kill ourselves with turnovers. Not just pick or fumble sixes but we cannot give them short fields.
2. Win special teams- Don't be stupid on special teams just kick if away from #25. Would be a major fuck up to give him any opportunities both on kickoffs and punt returns just dont play with fire.
3. Limit the big plays- wrap up, play assignment football, and keep everything in front of you.
Bottom line is this... we are without question the more talented team so we need to make them earn everything. The ONLY way this TCU Team is winning is if we give it to them. Protect the football, make them go 80 yards to score, and make them go 10+plays to score. I know they cannot consistently beat this team so make them earn it.
I know they will come to play but I have no doubt that as long as we make them earn every inch we will walk over this team.
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scarletngray
Gold Pants
My biggest concern revolves around special teams. Giving up a fumble and giving them a short field or giving up a return for a TD. That's the only way I see TCU keeping it close. But in the end I see our DL depth as being too deep and too talented for the TCU OL to handle. Our back seven is growing and getting better. The improvement from week one to week two was impressive. TCU will score and have their moments but not enough. Good guys get the Win.
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I wouldn't call 2am prime time, but I'm on the overnight shift currently, so it works out the same. I'll be pre-gaming at a little thing called the largest wine festival in the world: http://allexciting.com/durkheims-wurstmarkt/
This year we go without the kids, so more wine and less whine on the slate.
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lvbuckeye
Silver Surfer
I gotta say, even going back to xrayrandy's smack talk about the backups being better than the starters, weight smack is just about the most insane shit I've ever seen.
All that being said, the fact that TCU regularly fields an above average to near elite defense every year in the big XII is nothing to sneeze at. They're quick, they play hard, they force TOs, and they capitalize.
All that being said, the fact that TCU regularly fields an above average to near elite defense every year in the big XII is nothing to sneeze at. They're quick, they play hard, they force TOs, and they capitalize.
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Ohio State of course being the school that shut out Davey O'Brien in his first college start.
By the way, you sound like Michigan Fan, bragging about stuff that happened 80 years ago.
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Telekinesis
Easily Amused by the Bitterly Disappointed
TCU will be amped for this one. Bucks will need to dominate early to take the wind out of their sails. If TCU can find early success, their sense of belief will go through the roof. Buckle down in the first half and give them nothing, because it could be a long night if Turpin is able to return one to the house and a busted defensive play leads to an early second score.
I see the Bucks walking away with this one, but I’d prefer if they lock it down from the first kick rather than playing catch up or letting them hang around. Wouldn’t surprise me to see them pull out all the stops on the first couple of series in order to knock our guys out of rhythm.
Discipline is the name of the game for this one. Can’t afford to be sloppy.
I see the Bucks walking away with this one, but I’d prefer if they lock it down from the first kick rather than playing catch up or letting them hang around. Wouldn’t surprise me to see them pull out all the stops on the first couple of series in order to knock our guys out of rhythm.
Discipline is the name of the game for this one. Can’t afford to be sloppy.
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