It only takes one look at the stat sheet to see how valuable Nick Bosa has been to Ohio State at the defensive end position this season. In just 113 snaps in Ohio State’s first three games, Bosa recorded 14 total tackles, six tackles for loss and four sacks (as well as a forced fumble, two fumble recoveries and a touchdown). Ohio State’s five other scholarship defensive ends who have seen playing time this season – Chase Young, Jonathon Cooper, Tyreke Smith, Jashon Cornell and Tyler Friday – have combined for just 13 total tackles, three tackles for loss and three sacks on 325 snaps. While all six of those defensive ends were highly recruited players with plenty of talent, Bosa – arguably the best defensive end in all of college football – is the clear-cut star of the group. However, the Buckeyes will be without Bosa on Saturday against Tulane,…
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