COLUMBUS, Ohio — The most important individual on Ohio State football’s defensive line in 2020 will never rush the quarterback. The most important individual in the secondary will never lock up in coverage with an opposing receiver. The Buckeyes — considered by some the national championship favorite entering the season — still have big questions on both of those units. A spring that was supposed to help answer them was instead canceled by the COVID-19 pandemic. Ohio State does not enter 2020 completely bereft of talent at those positions. Shaun Wade. Zach Harrison. Tyreke Smith. One-time elite prospects all who should be among the best at their spots in the Big Ten. Yet if the Buckeye defense proves itself to be of national championship form, we will be able to trace a line back to the two veteran position coaches who elevated the level of play in their rooms. Johnson’s…
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