© Provided by Buckeyes Now on FanNation Lewis was the second USC transfer in as many years to have an eligibility issue upon his arrival. As first reported by Joey Kaufman of The Columbus Dispatch, Ohio State junior kicker Parker Lewis has been granted immediate eligibility by the NCAA. Lewis, who transferred from USC this summer, did not participate in preseason camp as the Buckeyes awaited word on his status. He began practicing with the team in the week leading up to the 21-10 win over Notre Dame, however. It’s unclear what role Lewis will have on this year’s team, as sixth-year senior and reigning Lou Groza Award finalist Noah Ruggles will likely continue to handle field goal and extra point opportunities, where he’s 2-for-3 and 27-for-27 on the season, respectively. He could help with longer field goals, though, as he went 17-of-22 – including a 52-yarder – to earn All-Pac-12…
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