CJ Stroud credits offensive line for rushing attack, offensive success

Ohio State opened Big Ten play in impressive fashion, taking care of business against Wisconsin at home. Everybody on the Buckeyes’ offense ate at one point or another, with quarterback CJ Stroud throwing for 281 yards and five touchdowns. However, it was the run game that was really impressive, going for over 250 yards.

After the game, Stroud talked about running back TreVeyon Henderson and Miyan Williams, who both went over 100 yards. He said they have been doing a solid job but was quick to dish out credit elsewhere. Stroud talked about how the offensive line are the most important players on the roster and key to Ohio State’s success.

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“Both of them have been great,” Stroud said. “Not only just running the ball but pass protection as well. So, they’ve spent a lot of time on that. At the same time, they’re towing the rocking really well but it all starts up front. I always preach to my o-linemen ‘y’all are the best players on this team. We don’t move if y’all don’t move.’ or ‘we aren’t great if y’all aren’t great.’ I think they take that to heart every week.”

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CJ Stroud speaks on run game during Wisconsin game

Stroud said going up against the Badgers was a “big-time challenge,” going up against a physical defense. There was definitely a chip on his shoulder when discussing how well Ohio State performed on the ground. He was quick to speak highly of his offensive line once again.

“This was a big-time challenge for us knowing that Wisconsin was big and physical. They said we weren’t going to run the ball — and they were a good team — but that was a challenge to us. We wanted to step up to that. (Miyan Williams) and (TreVeyon Henderson) were great but it starts with the o-line and tight ends blocking up front.”

Ohio State is currently third in the Big Ten when it comes to rushing, averaging 219.8 yards per game. Only Minnesota and Michigan are better than the Buckeyes. To this point, Stroud seems happy with the performance of his running backs and blockers — even if there is some slight room for improvement.