COLUMBUS, Ohio — Will the Akron game end up being a turning point for the Ohio State defense? If so, it might have little to do with the nine sacks or Ronnie Hickman’s pick-six or the general dominance displayed for the first time this season. The Buckeyes rested three starters and some other key contributors on defense. If those injuries are short-term, this defense may be somewhat rejuvenated as it resumes Big Ten play at Rutgers on Saturday. Also, the introduction of Cameron Martinez as the starting cover safety and Lathan Ransom’s first extended time at free safety may help OSU determine its best alignment of 11 defenders going forward. Ohio State not longer releases its own depth chart, but this is what we expect based on interviews, game usage and intel: Offense QUARTERBACK C.J. Stroud (6-3, 218, R-Fr.) Kyle McCord (6-3, 215, Fr.) Jack Miller (6-3, 215, R-Fr.) Ryan…
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