RB Lydell Ross (official thread)

[LloydSev]

but I do wonder what might have been had we played our best from the start.

Against Wisconsin? We probobaly would have ended up worse off, as Pittman clearly 3 weeks ago probobaly could not have handled the pass protections duties well. That game was bad enough in the pass rush.

 

[strohs]

I for one, very much want to see Haw get some big time game experience the rest of the season.
I do not at all like the idea of heading into next year with only ONE RB with ANY game experience.

 

[gold_pants]

I for one, very much want to see Haw get some big time game experience the rest of the season.
I do not at all like the idea of heading into next year with only ONE RB with ANY game experience.

I believe this was another mistake by this staff this year. We had an average runner back (Ross), another average runner coming off injuries (Hall), another FB/RB who has a history of injuries, and a couple of freshmen. We don't take the time to get both youngsters game time until the 7th game and still not for Haw...This coupled with the handling of Smith has be shaking my head over this staff...

 

[Hodge]

I would also like to see Haw at least have a few carries to see what he can do and to get experience for next year. It seems like next year's team could have a lot of experience with how many younger guys are playing.

 

[kn1f3party]

Regardless, a blessing in disguise--hopefully.

 

[MegaWoody]

Whether he's back on the scout squad or dressed on the sidelines as a titular Co-Captain, you can stick a fork in Lydell. He's done.

No way is JT going to have every national sportscaster chuckle over the OSU-Co-Captain-at-the-Lap-Dance-Parlor story during every future OSU telecast. To paraphrase an old Richard Nixon line: You won't have Lydell Ross to kick around any more.

That said, a decision on Haw has to be made soon and it will probably be to play him. If not, and Pittman twists an ankle, Mo Hall is all we've got, with a gimpy Branden Joe backing him up.

My guess is that with three losses already on the books, JT is playing for the scUM game and next year exclusively. If that's the case, you get your two brightest runningback prospects as much playing time as possible -- and Mo Hall is not one of those bright prospects.

So I think JT runs the 'fresh-legs' drill with Pittman starting and Haw spelling him as game conditions dictate. If we get ahead early, Haw comes in early. If not, he spells Pittman some in the second and fourth quarters. Mo Hall gets his reward for four years of loyal service by becoming the Buckeyes' all-time leading kick returner.

 

[BuckeyeNation27]

why cant Haw keep his red shirt until he is needed? If Pittman twists an ankle (KOW), then we can use him. if not, lets save his red shirt.

 

[LloydSev]

I dunno, I would rather him get good playing experience this year, so he's not put in a new position next year.

 

[DiHard]

haw would be better off playing this year.....if the bucks land two of stewart/wells/ringer....haw may not be needed a fifth year....

 

[RugbyBuck]

I agree. Let Haw get decent experience in four Big Ten games (including The Game, sponsored by SBC) and a bowl.

 

[BuckNutty]

Although my opinion means nothing I don't think Haw should have ever been redshirted. The thought of going in to next year with only 1 back that has any kind of game experience is not comforting. That said, if a kid hasn't played 7 games into the season Haw should only play if there is some kind of injury. Just seems like a waste at this point but if preparing for next year is the goal I'll understand it.

 

[BuckNutty]

Lydell sending a message?

I can't get the pic to show up but here is the link...

Lydell sending a message to his critics?

Edit: After reading some of the posts on this thread I guess I need to make it clear this was meant as a joke.

 

[BuckBackHome]

I wondered the same thing when I saw that last night.

 

[DCBuckFan]

Here it is.

 

[gold_pants]

I wonder where that has been. I am sorry, mind in gutter!!