“It’s a party. You know, party to the quarterback. Whoever gets there first, gets there first. And then we celebrate when we get there.” Ohio State defensive lineman Jalyn Holmes via Austin Ward, ESPN.com Wisconsin fans probably thought it was rude for Ohio State’s defensive line to have a party at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday night, but that’s just what the “Rushmen” did at the end of the game. The Buckeyes secured a hard-fought overtime victory against the Badgers with a sack of Alex Hornibrook on the final play of the game. Tyquan Lewis was credited with the game-winning sack, but there was a couple other “Rushmen” in the vicinity, bearing down on Hornibrook. On obvious passing downs, Lewis and Sam Hubbard line up on the end of the defensive line, while Holmes and Nick Bosa are utilized on the inside of the line. The combination of speed and power that the “Rushmen” package provides makes it hard for the offensive to figure out who to stop. Even if the defensive line isn’t able to get to the quarterback, they at least provide enough pressure that gives the nickel package a chance to make a big play. While the…
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