Ohio State hardly needs motivation thanks to the chip on its shoulder already firmly in place after sitting out the postseason with a perfect record. But just in case any players required any extra fuel heading into workouts or wanted a little help putting together some goals, BuckeyeNation is here to lend a hand with some records that could be in reach with another productive offseason.
CAREER INTERCEPTION RETURNS FOR TOUCHDOWNS
- Who owns it: There’s a tie at the top between seven players, but Malcolm Jenkins was the last Ohio State defender to turn a couple interceptions into touchdowns. Nobody has ever done it three times for the Buckeyes, despite the long list of productive, elite defensive backs who have come through the program. There’s a cornerback still on the roster who has made it well known he wants to be included on that conversation, and he’s halfway to tying Jenkins and Co.
- Who wants it: Bradley Roby isn’t really returning to set records, but he certainly had an eye on his legacy when he decided to return for his redshirt junior campaign after flirting with the idea of leaving for the NFL draft. The dynamic playmaker turned in one of the best coverage seasons in the country in helping the Buckeyes go undefeated, but he can still boost his professional stock. He hasn’t yet had a chance to play for the championship he craves and will be a hungry player heading into the offseason.
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