Ohio State will start a different quarterback against Akron on Saturday. With C.J. Stroud dealing with shoulder soreness, OSU coach Ryan Day said Thursday on his radio show that Stroud will only be used in an “emergency capacity.” Stroud, the starter for OSU’s first three games, has been resting in practice this week, Day said. With Stroud resting that ailing shoulder, backups Kyle McCord and Jack Miller are expected to both see the field against the Zips. Day did not say if McCord or Miller will see the field first on Saturday. Neither have taken a snap so far this season. Through three games, Stroud has thrown for 963 yards, eight touchdowns and three interceptions while completing 62.4% of his throws. The redshirt freshman has shown flashes of brilliance, but has also been inconsistent with his accuracy and decision-making. The Buckeyes are 2-1 this season. They opened the season with…
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