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Michigan State coach Mel Tucker looks on during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against Northwestern, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
No. 3 Ohio State hoping for return to field against Spartans

By Noah Trister Dec. 03, 2020 12:22 PM EST

LSU quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is carried off the field by his teammates after defeating Alabama 46-41 in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Tuscaloosa , Ala. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Heisman Trophy candidates: Burrow, Fields, Hurts, Young

By Eric Olson Dec. 11, 2019 12:39 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio. The Buckeyes already have locked up the East Division, so they likely would survive a loss to Michigan if they win the conference championship game. But the Wolverines, 0-4 against Ohio State under Jim Harbaugh and losers in 14 of the last 15 in The Game, would love to cause their rival even just a little anxiety. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)
Ohio State’s talent rises to topple rival Michigan regularly

By Larry Lage Nov. 28, 2019 01:06 PM EST

Illinois linebacker Milo Eifler (5) and Illinois defensive lineman Oluwole Betiku Jr. (47) reach to take possession of a ball fumbled by Connecticut quarterback Jack Zergiotis (11) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in East Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)
Illini's Betiku could be Big Ten's next defensive line star

By Eric Olson Sep. 12, 2019 03:21 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 22, 2018, file photo, Ohio State defensive end Chase Young, right, sacks Tulane quarterback Jonathan Banks during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Columbus, Ohio. Chase Young is known to lead with his mouth. Being the loudest Buckeye on the field is part of the reason his teammates elected him a captain this season. The other part is that he can back it up the chattering. Young is Ohio State’s best player, a 6-foot-5, 265-pound man with startling quickness and a mean streak who rarely stops cheering, cajoling and trash-talking. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)
Ohio State's Young leads with his mouth, then backs it up

By Mitch Stacy Aug. 27, 2019 02:47 PM EDT

NFL Draft: Top defensive players available by position

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 20, 2019 01:01 PM EDT
Some of the top defensive prospects, by position, available in the NFL draft (x-indicates early entrant to draft): DEFENSIVE END/EDGE RUSHER ...

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2018 file photo, Washington head coach Chris Petersen shouts to his team in the second half during an NCAA college football game against Utah, in Salt Lake City. Washington faces Ohio State in the Rose Bowl on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
Urban Meyer ends career in Rose Bowl vs Petersen's Huskies

By Greg Beacham Dec. 31, 2018 03:38 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2018, file photo, Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer watches from he sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue, in West Lafayette, Ind. Retiring Ohio State coach Urban Meyer isn't easing out of the job just yet, not as long as there's one more game to win. Buckeyes players said this week that Meyer has been at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center for every practice and is fully engaged in preparations for the Rose Bowl. As usual, he's still sweating the small stuff. That kind of intensity made him one of the greatest college coaches of all time, but it also hastened his exit from the game. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Ohio State players: Urban Meyer won't let go until the end

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 13, 2018 10:39 AM EST

FILE - This Jan. 12, 2015, file photo shows Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer and Ezekiel Elliott celebrating after the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Oregon, in Arlington, Texas. Meyer, the highly successful coach who won three national championships and sparked controversy and criticism this season for his handling of domestic violence allegations against a now-fired assistant, will retire after the Rose Bowl, the university announced Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer to retire after Rose Bowl

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 04, 2018 08:15 AM EST

In this Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018 photo, Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer reacts during an NCAA football game against Maryland in College Park, Md. Urban Meyer doesn’t seem to be having much fun these days. The Ohio State coach is not demonstrably mirthful, of course, at least not when it comes to his job. But the 54-year-old Meyer’s sideline demeanor has taken on a decidedly beleaguered stoop this season. The usual shouting and gesticulating, the ripping off his headset, those are often followed by a hand moving up to the left side of his head because of severe headaches.(AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Is Urban Meyer still having fun coaching Ohio State?

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 21, 2018 01:13 AM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 1, 2018, file photo, Notre Dame tight end Alize Mack (86) drops a pass as Michigan linebacker Josh Uche (6) defends in the second half of an NCAA football game in South Bend, Ind. No. 4 Michigan might be without defensive star Chase Winovich for Saturday's showdown with No. 10 Ohio State because of an apparent shoulder injury. If he can't play, the Wolverines have so much depth they may be able to overcome it. The Buckeyes, meanwhile, have struggled on defense for much of the year. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
No. 4 Michigan may have edge on D against No. 10 Ohio State

By Larry Lage Nov. 20, 2018 06:19 PM EST

Michigan State quarterback Brian Lewerke (14) is sacked by Ohio State linebacker Tuf Borland (32) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Win over Michigan St a step forward for Buckeyes' defense

By Noah Trister Nov. 11, 2018 03:22 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 13, 2018, file photo, Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) tries to scramble away from Wisconsin inside linebacker T.J. Edwards (53) during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich. Patterson and the Wolverines face Penn State this week. (AP Photo/Tony Ding, File)
No. 5 Michigan seeking revenge at home versus No. 14 Penn St

By Larry Lage Nov. 02, 2018 03:25 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2017, file photo, Ohio State defensive end Nick Bosa rushes in against Maryland during an NCAA college football game Saturday, in Columbus, Ohio. Bosa’s college football career is over. The injured All-American defensive end intends to withdraw from Ohio State to spend time rehabilitating and training for an NFL career. He is expected to be a first-round draft pick. No. 2 Ohio State made the announcement on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)
Joey Bosa: Brother made right decision not to return to OSU

By Joe Reedy Oct. 29, 2018 09:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 20, 2018, file photo, Florida State's Brian Burns, center, celebrates sacking Wake Forest's quarterback with teammates Marvin Wilson, left, and Leonard Warner during an NCAA college football game, in Tallahassee, Fla. Burns has nine sacks on the season and 7½ in the last three games. According to Pro Football Focus, Burns leads the nation in quarterback pressures with 46 on the season.(AP Photo/Steve Cannon, File)
AP All-America Watch: Sooner Heisman hopeful, FSU sackmaster

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 23, 2018 01:15 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2018, file photo, Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm looks over his playcard during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri in West Lafayette, Ind. Brohm sees all sorts of challenges in No. 2 Ohio State. Purdue’s coach knows the Buckeyes are big and strong, capable of scoring dozens of points making life miserable for opponents. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
No. 2 Buckeyes still seeking improvement on trip to Purdue

By Michael Marot Oct. 19, 2018 04:00 AM EDT

FILE- In this Aug. 30, 2018, file photo, Purdue's Rondale Moore runs for a long touchdown against Northwestern in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind. Moore is averaging a Big Ten-best 167.8 all-purpose yards, kicking off the season with 313 yards in the opener against Northwestern. (John Terhune/Journal & Courier via AP, File)
Big Ten's best: Ohio State's Haskins and Michigan's Winovich

By Larry Lage Oct. 18, 2018 02:23 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2017, file photo, Ohio State defensive end Nick Bosa plays against Maryland during an NCAA college football game, in Columbus, Ohio. Bosa’s college football career is over. The injured All-American defensive end intends to withdraw from Ohio State to spend time rehabilitating and training for an NFL career. He is expected to be a first-round draft pick. No. 2 Ohio State made the announcement on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018.. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)
Injured Bosa leaves Ohio State to prep for pro career

By Mitch Stacy Oct. 16, 2018 12:07 PM EDT

Minnesota receiver Rashod Bateman, left, is brought down by Ohio State defensive back Jeffrey Okudah, bottom, as linebacker Tuf Borland follows the play during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Minnesota 30-14. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Some starters returning to banged-up Ohio State defense

By Mitch Stacy Oct. 15, 2018 03:00 PM EDT

With Meyer back on sideline, No. 4 Ohio State hosts Tulane

By The Associated Press Sep. 20, 2018 02:01 PM EDT
Tulane (1-2) at No. 4 Ohio State (3-0), 3:30 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Line: Ohio State by 37. Series record: First meeting. ...