Michigan week has arrived, and it could not come at a better time for Ohio State.
Back-to-back closer-than-expected games against Indiana and Minnesota might have some wondering if the team is distracted by all the talk about playoffs, J.T. Barrett’s Heisman chances and whether Braxton Miller will return next season. For one week at least, the sole focus is on beating the team up North.
Despite some grumblings among fans about what is wrong, the problem is not a lack of talent or coaching. This team is littered with elite-level players. It also has some of the best coaches in the business.
I would argue that if the Buckeyes win the Big Ten, this will be considered Urban Meyer’s greatest coaching performance of his tremendous career. That is a testament to all of his assistant coaches, including public enemy No. 1, defensive co-coordinator Luke Fickell.
Regardless, there is no doubt that the defense has looked vulnerable, especially against the run. Turnovers and special teams miscues are also impacting momentum during key parts of the game.
All things considered, the issues are not huge problems. Every team has flaws this season, and since the meltdown against Virginia Tech, the Buckeyes have taken care of business. Expecting perfection is unrealistic, but who says anyone in Buckeye Nation is reasonable?
Most fans want championships, and Meyer is paid to win them. Ohio State is on the brink of accomplishing something really special. Pressure is…
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