COLUMBUS, Ohio — The biggest question looming over Ohio State football heading into preparations for the 2017 season was whether or not Buckeyes quarterback J.T. Barrett would come back for a fifth season. Barrett answered the question on Wednesday. Barrett, who just graduated, announced on his personal Instagram account that he’s coming back to Ohio State. No inspirational message, just a few simple words from the player who’s been Ohio State’s starting quarterback for the last two-plus seasons. “I’m coming back for my senior year,” Barrett wrote. “Much love to Buckeye Nation and thank God for the blessings.” Barrett completed 233-of-379 passes (61.5 percent) for 2,555 yards, 24 touchdowns and seven interceptions. He also rushed 205 times for 845 yards and nine touchdowns in leading Ohio State to the College Football Playoff. His completion percentage has dropped each year since 2014, when he started as a redshirt freshman and finished…
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