As anticipated, the NCAA Division I Council officially approved the plan on Wednesday that allows college football teams to have a six-week preseason leading up to their respective openers. This action is in place for a planned, on-time start to the college football season. “The Football Oversight Committee worked hard to create a model that balances the proper precautions due to the COVID-19 pandemic with the need for an acclimatization period to safely return to play,” said Division I Council chair Grace Calhoun. “The Council members believe approving this model is a positive step forward for the sport.” The Buckeyes open their season on September 5 against Bowling Green. Today’s announcements affirms the timetable for mandatory workouts beginning July 13 with walk-through practices beginning July 24. Ohio State can officially begin training camp on August 7. Ohio State began voluntary workouts on campus on Monday, June 8, but coaches are…
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