Key Similarities and Differences Between Jim Tressel and Urban Meyer Eras

The two most recent Ohio State head football coaches are a study. Jim Tressel, the man that led the Buckeyes to a dominant decade, did so with a fierce defense, conservative offense and a sweater vest that left fashionistas wondering what the heck he was doing. Urban Meyer’s team that went 12-0 in 2012 featured a stout defense, wide-open offense and windbreakers. Comparing the two is an interesting study, even though Meyer’s time at OSU has been limited. That single year helped prove what many believed—the man knows how to coach. Say what you will about the Buckeyes’ 2012, they were the only college football team that finished without a loss. While much of that is a credit to a stout defense led by Luke Fickell (remember him?) and the sparkling play of quarterback Braxton Miller, it is pretty obvious that Meyer has taken the magic that he had in Florida and transitioned it to Columbus. Tressel, in spite of his departure in disgrace, had a great run at the head of

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