COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett let it be known he can air it out – with a downfield pass or in answering critics who question his arm strength. In his first extensive session with the media since being named the starter Oct. 20, the usually smiling Barrett was still affable Wednesday. But he seemed annoyed by the perception that the top-ranked Buckeyes’ passing game is not as threatening with him under center compared with the stronger-armed Cardale Jones. ”It really didn’t change when Cardale was in the game and it didn’t change when I played last year,” Barrett said. Barrett was 11-1 as a starter last season before breaking his ankle in the regular season finale against Michigan. Jones took over for the next three games and helped Ohio State win the College Football Playoff championship. Jones started the first seven games for the Buckeyes (8-0, 4-0 Big Ten), who next play Nov. 7 against Minnesota. …
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