It’s been a windy road through the Big Ten throughout the first four weeks of the season. First, it was all about Michigan; coming into the season at #5 only to crap in the pool with the two losses you all heard about ad nauseum . Then, it was Penn State and the co-called tenacious defense led by the famous Dan Connor. They were immediately anointed “the best team in the Big Ten” after Michigan’s demise. Well, the saga continued on Saturday as Michigan continued its return to grace and won out against the Big Ten teamdu jour in a game of ball control.
Meanwhile, THE Ohio State Buckeyes have slid under the radar for four weeks in what was expected to be a bit of a rebuilding year after losing key starters, Tedd Ginn Jr., Anthony Gonzalez, Antonio Pittman and of course… Troy Smith. The season commenced with a quarterback controversy, huge question marks about the offense, and uncertainty if the Wells brothas (not real brothers) could run the ball effectively. Well, the Buckeyes seemingly answered all these questions and have quietly made their way back into the top #10 (currently #8).
So why is everyone sleeping on Ohio State this year? Don’t fret, we’re here to provide some answers.
Because there aren’t very many stickers on their helmets yet. How are we supposed to know how good these players are without more Buckeye stickers? These kids deserve more gold stars,Tressel.
Because Wisconsin owns Ohio State – As proud owners of THE Ohio State, I think Sconny will continue to take care of this baby like it’s very own Snapper riding mower.
Because opening the season against a couple glorified high school teams and a lousy Pac 10 has-been just doesn’t impress anyone. Let’s see you schedule some real games like Appalachian State and Oregon and then we will talk. Until then, consider yourselves overrated.
Because we’re sick of your foul mouth references slipping in “Buck” for dirty swear words. Haven’t you guys seen the Big Ten commercials. Sportsmanship applies to all of us – even the fans.
Because we hate you – Honestly, the main reason is simply because everyone despises you. I’d sooner watch Blackwater USA guards “defend our freedom” than watch another Ohio State national championship run.
Because we’re scared of James Laruinaitis in his spiky pro wrestling costume.
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Mmm... probably because they lost too much and really haven't played anyone worth note up to this point.
Granted, the win at Washington was nice... but it's still Ohio State. Always a tad disappointing.
More Credible,
I'm not sure I understand. We had one letdown (albeit huge) in the last couple of years. Two-time defending Big-10 champions. Where's the let down. In full disclosure, I'm a biased OSU fan.
I do agree, we haven't played anyone yet. I'm more worried about Akron, than I was about NW. It's sad when a team loses 99% of their offense, and is still the best in the Big 10. This conference sucks.
I understand the hatred, GoWF.
-Hermano, We Suck at Sports
Yeah, it's more like an 35 year marriage kind of hatred. You can't stand each other, but there really isn't anyone else you'd rather hate.
I really can't stand OSU, but as Michigan and Penn State both are off the pedestal now, OSU looks like they're in good shape in the Big 10.
I am a biased OSU fan, but I will say this. I think everyone is forgetting about us for a few reasons. The beating we took from Florida, the fact that we "lost too much" on offense and the whole Big Ten sucking badly thing.
Are we going to dominate teams in the regular season like we did in 2006? Not likely. But 2007 reminds me quite a bit of 2002. First year quaterback, emerging tailback, smothering defense, solid special teams. I think OSU has it tough going to Penn State, Purdue and Michigan this year, but there is definite potential for an unbeaetn regular season.
The only problem is if there are three unbeatens, because with the Big Ten being down, OSU would be the team left out in the cold. But first things first....at Purdue on 10/6 is tougher than it looks.
GoWF,
Could be worse. Could be a ND fan.
At least I hate you guys for a reason, you ruined our seasons 12 years in a row.
That marriage analogy is perfect.
-Hermano, We Suck at Sports.
Maybe it's because national media (and I use that term loosely here) don't even bother to use photos of people actually still playing for the Buckeyes!
I don't have the Big Ten Network, so I haven't seen but two games this year, but my concern is the defense. It looks to me like they're going to have trouble stopping the run again this year.
I mean, I hope to hell they go undefeated. But I think that's going to be a year-long problem for them.
Stopping the run??? Are you serious? I know we haven't exactly faced any Heisman caliber backs yet, but the only team that had any success running the ball was Washington, and that was the QB taking off. If you want to say they may need to improve against a running QB, I'd agree with you. But come on just look at the stats. YSU averaged just a fraction over 2 yards a carry. Akron ran or .02 ypc, and Northwestern gained a big fat 0 yards on 33 carries.If you take the sacks away they gained a whopping 39 yards, most of which came during garbage time.
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