He's No. 1
Daniel Herron continues to assert himself as Ohio State's top tailback. Coming off a two-touchdown performance in last week's loss at Wisconsin, Herron scored the first two TDs, on runs of 10 and 1 yard. In fact, he carried all five times on the Buckeyes' first possession, a 60-yard drive that included a 15-yard face-mask penalty against Purdue.
"I just thank coach Tressel for giving me the opportunity to carry the ball," Herron said. "I am going to continue to do my best and try to lead the team the best I can."
His first collegiate 100-yard game again eluded him. After gaining 91 at Wisconsin, Herron gained 74 on 16 carries in what amounted to less than three quarters of action. Is a 100-yard game coming?
"I hope so," said Herron, whose career high was 97 against Iowa last year. "I'll keep working hard toward getting one."