Split-back formation latest two-back wrinkle Ohio State has featured this seasonby:Andy Backstrom•11/17/23•andybackstromRead In AppDo-it-all Ohio State captain Xavier Johnson carries the ball during a 38-3 win over Michigan State in Week 11. (Brooke LaValley/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK)Ohio State featured a split-back formation with Chip Trayanum and Xavier Johnson during a 38-3 win over Michigan State in Week 11.