COLUMBUS (AP) — Ohio State came within one botched play of likely advancing to the national championship game last season. Getting that close — and the fervent belief they have the weapons to get there in 2020 — motivated the Buckeyes through the long, unpredictable offseason. Coach Ryan Day was convinced this year’s team could win the national title, especially with Heisman Trophy finalist Justin Fields returning at quarterback. The second-year coach was so distraught during the month or so that the Big Ten put the season on the shelf that he barely slept. No. 6 Ohio State is loaded again for sure. Besides Fields, the Buckeyes return an offensive line stocked with NFL prospects, last year’s top receiver, Chris Olave, and a veteran defense that includes All-American cornerback Shaun Wade. “We have all the weapons we need to be putting up crazy numbers and winning games by as much…
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