Bigger surprise: OSU’s struggles or UM’s resurgence? ESPN college football writer Edward Aschoff evaluates Ohio State’s flat play and Michigan turning it around. 0 Shares Print COLUMBUS, Ohio — There is a reality sinking in about Braxton Miller’s situation at a new position that is either sobering or encouraging for Ohio State depending on the perspective. On the one hand, Urban Meyer seems almost pained with each passing game that doesn’t include double-digit touches and numerous chances for the former quarterback to flash his breathtaking athleticism. Force-feeding opportunities for Miller just hasn’t worked, though, no matter how tempted the Buckeyes might be to keep trying it. On the other hand, even while he was racking up yardage, scoring a couple touchdowns and setting the social-media world on fire with a spin move in his debut at wide receiver, Miller wasn’t entirely meeting expectations when the ball wasn’t in hands. But without the touches last weekend, Miller graded as a champion, earning essentially the highest possible praise Meyer can give to one of his players. So, the good news is Miller has officially made it as a wideout. Which also might be the bad news. Since bursting onto the scene in the opener against Virginia Tech, Braxton Miller hasn’t gotten many chances to explode in the open field. Jay LaPrete/AP“I want him [involved] as bad or more than he does,” Meyer said. “But the defense directs where the ball goes. …
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