Cody Croy
Writer
Defensive Coordinator Matt Patricia and the Buckeyes have agreed to a contract extension that will keep him in Columbus, ending speculation that he could return to the NFL. Patricia, who has been in Columbus for one year, set historic numbers in his first season as defensive coordinator.
Matt Patricia and the Buckeyes ultimately fell short of their goal of repeating as national champions. Despite this, the team set numerous records and etched itself in history as one of the greatest single-season defenses in college football history. The team allowed just 9.3 points per game, the best mark in the FBS in 14 years, and just 219 yards per game. In addition, the team led the nation in scoring defensively.
The Buckeyes, unfortunately, lost many of their key defensive contributors to the NFL draft this offseason, including Caleb Downs, Davison Igbinosun, Kayden McDonald, Arvell Reese, Caden Curry, and Sonny Styles. In addition, the transfer portal took key pieces such as Bryce West, Aaron Scott Jr, and Jarquez Carter. This mass exodus is all too common in today’s college football landscape, and the Buckeyes will be prepared to properly replace the production lost. Led by Jaylen McClain, Kenyatta Jackson Jr, and Jermaine Mathews, the unit has the veteran presence needed to be successful next season. The Buckeyes also brought in key pieces such as Qua Russaw, James Smith, Cam Calhoun, Earl Little Jr, and Christian Alliegro.
This season is a big one for the Buckeyes, and the unforgiving gauntlet of a schedule will truly show what this team is made of right out of the gate. Matt Patricia is no stranger to tough competition, having led a dynasty in the New England Patriots. Buckeyes fans can sleep well knowing that the right man for the job will hold an office in Columbus, Ohio, for a very long time.
Stephen Leonard
Writer
Desperation is a stinky cologne, but the Buckeyes are desperate for wins following the loss to Michigan State. Ohio State relied on every ounce of manpower against #15 Michigan State. They have been down a starter in John Mobley Jr for weeks, but without Devin Royal, the game felt like a prayer. Amare Bynum was […]
Stephen Leonard
Writer
The Buckeyes had not lost back-to-back games yet this year coming into tonight. Ohio State started the night in Joe Lunardi’s bracketology as one of the first four out of the 64-team tournament. With Selection Sunday looming and no ranked wins to show for it, the Buckeyes face a must-win scenario. The Buckeyes came out […]
The Ohio State Buckeyes are in make-or-break mode. Each of their final 6 games is crucial for a March Madness invite. Starting guard John Mobley was held out with an undisclosed hand injury. Mobley, the second leading scorer on the team, was a huge blow to the Buckeyes starting lineup. Despite the loss, the Buckeyes […]
