Pass rush and pass coverage exist in a symbiosis. One influences the other.
That’s one of the tenants of Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles’ philosophy when it comes to stopping opposing aerial attacks. His players are indoctrinated with a related mantra.
“I say, ‘Coverage and rush.’ Defense responds, ‘Working Read More
Ohio State’s road trip to Penn State on Oct. 29 will be a noon kickoff, set to be broadcast on FOX as part of the network’s “Big Noon Kickoff” show. This will be the first day kickoff for Ohio State at Penn State since a 3:30 p.m. kickoff in 2009, Read More
Ohio State is off this week, but there will be no shortage of entertaining games to keep you occupied on Saturday. Six games will take place between ranked teams, including a pair of top-10 matchups.
Here’s a look at the Saturday slate of college football.
No. 10 Penn State at Read More
Dating back to the first defensive series of the season for Ohio State, it became clear that defensive end Jack Sawyer would be a problem for opposing offenses.
He showed versatility not seen on Ohio State’s defense as of late, lining up at several spots across the field as part Read More
With the way Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud has been cooking this season, there’s been little attention given to his backup in Kyle McCord.
Stroud has played late – at least midway through the third quarter – in all of Ohio State’s game, all of which have ended in blowout Read More
Ohio State’s win over Michigan State was headlined by gaudy statistics from third-year quarterback C.J. Stroud and second-year wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.
But, the Buckeyes also showcased their resilience by bouncing back from a few early momentum plays that fell into Michigan State’s favor. Although Ohio State largely overmatched Read More
Following Ohio State’s 49-20 win over Michigan State this past weekend, the Buckeyes named Players of the Game to recognize some impressive individual performances against the Spartans.
Quarterback C.J. Stroud was named Offensive Player of the Game. He finished 21-of-26 passing for 361 yards and six touchdowns, which ties an Read More
For as badly as Ohio State eventually beat Michigan State Oct. 8, as the first quarter ended the game was still very much in contention.
With the Buckeyes up a mere 14-7, they faced a fourth-and-1 at their own 42-yard line to open the second frame. Electing to go for Read More
Although Ohio State’s defense has shown dramatic strides from a season ago, there are still several question marks surrounding the unit as the Buckeyes enter their off week.
The most notable quandary lies in the play and health of the cornerbacks, a unit that has just six scholarship players. Despite Read More
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media Tuesday in advance of the Buckeyes’ off week, and he said the break is coming at a good time as Ohio State tries to return several injured Buckeyes to the field.
“I think it does come at a good time,” Read More
