All that being said, will 7-5 to 8-4 be seen as righting the ship? Remember, that's after losing 5 out of the last 7 games last year. IMO expecting a Michigan State type turn around in one year is a bit optimistic.
Blue/White Game thread
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I haven’t watched the whole game, but Allar’s arm is LIVE. His first INT wasn’t his fault; pass hit the WR in the hands and bounced right into the arms of the defender. It’s hard to get a read on how good we might be but skill positions look solid, and worried about LB/DL/OL/coaching.
I agree on attendance…40k max…disappointing…I suspect the Franklin act is wearing thin…for those of us that thought/hoped Allar would rescue 2022…I think we can forget about that…it looks like the mediocrity will continue…sad…especially at the price being paid for the head coach.
I believe the smaller crowd was a result of the scrimmage format, with Franklin announcing that there would be "thud" periods and extended special team sessions. Fans want to see game type action to see the starters, and get a good look at the younger players to see if there are any breakout stars.
But in watching the TV broadcast I was pleasantly surprised at the amount of game action from which to make observations on the starters and some of the younger players. The smaller crowd and Franklin's goal of a great atmosphere for the recruits in attendance will likely direct him back to more of a "game" for future B/W weekends when that is possible. With the transfer of the backup olinemen (Holmes,....) and the late arrival of the one incoming OL transfer he really didn't have much choice this year.
Agree - Franklin did what he had to because of OL player availability
First, I've been to A LOT of B/W games. This one was tough to watch. I rarely post observations, but here goes:
It was really difficult for me to enjoy this format as a fan. I understand and respect why they SAY they did it. Just wasn't fan-friendly. If it makes us better in the fall, well done JF. If they continue with this format, just call it an open practice. That said, I was uninspired by the offense. Take away the WR drops, Allar looks a lot different. One of the #9's will be OK, just couldn't tell who I was watching. I was surprised that Kaytron seemed to get a lot of touches. We've got a ton of potential at both QB and RB. Thought the kicker Sahaydak's kicks looked good.
Again, in the hard to follow category, did the TE's drop a lot of passes? Looked like it to me, but hard to tell, because I couldn't download the roster. Zero internet connections.
I think the o-line and the defensive backfield will look a lot different in the fall when all are healthy-ish. I still have high hopes for Joey Porter JR. Hoping Parker Washington adds to the WR production too. They just seemed out of sync.
The weather was great for the game. A good family day. Had I known the weather was going to be that nice, I would have planned a better day and I would have used sunscreen on my face....ouch.
The parking plan was bad. I got in late AM, parked and shopped downtown for a while, then went to the stadium. I drove through campus to avoid the Park Ave backup. Good plan. The people that parked next to us were in line on Park for 3 hours (so they said).
There were not 62K there. I'll guess they said 62K because OSU announced 60K. As usual, there were a lot of people in the lots that never went in the stadium. I don't think I've ever seen this many falling-down drunks at a BW game.
? for anybody in the know, the construction on I80 to the West of Lamar, are they adding better merge options from I99 there? Or is that still in the works.
It was really difficult for me to enjoy this format as a fan. I understand and respect why they SAY they did it. Just wasn't fan-friendly. If it makes us better in the fall, well done JF. If they continue with this format, just call it an open practice. That said, I was uninspired by the offense. Take away the WR drops, Allar looks a lot different. One of the #9's will be OK, just couldn't tell who I was watching. I was surprised that Kaytron seemed to get a lot of touches. We've got a ton of potential at both QB and RB. Thought the kicker Sahaydak's kicks looked good.
Again, in the hard to follow category, did the TE's drop a lot of passes? Looked like it to me, but hard to tell, because I couldn't download the roster. Zero internet connections.
I think the o-line and the defensive backfield will look a lot different in the fall when all are healthy-ish. I still have high hopes for Joey Porter JR. Hoping Parker Washington adds to the WR production too. They just seemed out of sync.
The weather was great for the game. A good family day. Had I known the weather was going to be that nice, I would have planned a better day and I would have used sunscreen on my face....ouch.
The parking plan was bad. I got in late AM, parked and shopped downtown for a while, then went to the stadium. I drove through campus to avoid the Park Ave backup. Good plan. The people that parked next to us were in line on Park for 3 hours (so they said).
There were not 62K there. I'll guess they said 62K because OSU announced 60K. As usual, there were a lot of people in the lots that never went in the stadium. I don't think I've ever seen this many falling-down drunks at a BW game.
? for anybody in the know, the construction on I80 to the West of Lamar, are they adding better merge options from I99 there? Or is that still in the works.
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Report: Ohio State DL, former 4-star recruit hits transfer portal following spring practice
Ohio State defensive lineman Noah Potter has decided to enter his name into the NCAA transfer portal. The news comes a week after the Buckeyes closed out spring practice
Report: Ohio State DL, former 4-star recruit hits transfer portal following spring practice
Ohio State defensive lineman Noah Potter has decided to enter his name into the NCAA transfer portal. The news comes a week after the Buckeyes closed out spring practice
No wonder. He was a DL at Tosu but thought he was a punter. Know your role, kid.
Report: Ohio State DL, former 4-star recruit hits transfer portal following spring practice
Ohio State defensive lineman Noah Potter has decided to enter his name into the NCAA transfer portal. The news comes a week after the Buckeyes closed out spring practice
Potter played snaps at both defensive end and tackle in the spring game and performed well, recording six total tackles with two sacks. Still, he did not have a clear path to playing time on Ohio State’s defensive line this season, with Zach Harrison, J.T. Tuimoloau, Jack Sawyer, Javontae Jean-Baptiste and Tyler Friday all likely to be ahead of him on the depth chart at defensive end, where he spent most of his time this spring.
Neither did Jameson Williams, before his transfer. Not saying this kid performs similarly elsewhere, but too much talent happens.
Side note. Fleming missed the spring game. Injuries again. Can't keep healthy.
I cut and pasted from 11 Warriors article. Never know, but guys like Williams have been the transfer rule exception for the most part.
I wrote East of Lamar, which is obviously wrong. It's West. You're right though, if you look at it on Google Maps, there is absolutely nothing there except farms and forest. Seems like a long way from the current interchange.Your take is mine. That construction appears to be an exit to nowhere?
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