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Ohio State Football: Latest Highlights and Insights

September 3, 2024 by Steven R

This season, Ohio State football has started off on the right note! The Buckeyes have made a statement with their victory against Akron which indicates what is probably going to be an exhilarating year. Let’s explore some of the most recent team highlights and opinions.

Takeaways from the Press Conference

On Tuesday, Coach Ryan Day held a press conference where he shared his views about how the team performed. He said that despite their victory by 52-6 against their opponents; it is important to note that there is always room for improvement. “We need to stay focused and keep pushing ourselves,” he said. Isn’t it refreshing to see a coach who never settles for less?

Players of the Game

Following the Akron game, Ohio State announced three standout players:

Will Howard (Quarterback): Even though his start was slow, Howard was very much in control of his game in the field completing 17 passes out of 28 attempts for 228 yards and three touchdowns.
Lathan Ransom (Safety): Ransom was defensively ubiquitous, accounting for nine tackles and one fumble recovery that went for a touchdown.
Brandon Inniss (Special Teams): On special teams, Inniss had four punt returns

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Buckeyes on the Rebound: Ohio State’s Journey to Redemption Against Youngstown State

September 7, 2023 by Steven R

The No.5-ranked Ohio State football team displayed a somewhat lackluster performance against Indiana, leaving many wondering about the wrinkles in their offensive attack. A new chapter had begun with the introduction of Kyle McCord as the starting quarterback, and it was apparent that adjustments were in order.

Kyle McCord’s inaugural start as the Buckeyes’ quarterback may have sputtered in the season opener, but with Youngstown State in their crosshairs, there’s an air of anticipation. The question looms: can McCord and the offense find their rhythm? Fans holding tickets for this game hope to see a resurgence, led by head coach Ryan Day and their new signal-caller. Yet, the subplot thickens.

It’s not just about McCord; it’s about the quarterback room in its entirety. Ohio State football aficionados are well aware that two quarterbacks are slated to take the field against Youngstown State. McCord’s understudy, Devin Brown, is scheduled to enter the fray. If the game unfolds as expected, with Ohio State heavily favored and a point spread extending beyond 40 points, it’s plausible that fans might glimpse the emerging talents waiting in the wings.

Shifting the focus to the defensive side of the ball, Ohio State’s performance against Indiana … Read more at FryingPanSports

2023 Ohio State Quarterback Lincoln Kienholz

March 2, 2023January 5, 2023 by Steven R

Ohio State signed 2023 South Dakota Quarterback Lincoln Kienholz (6’1 180) to a National Letter of Intent on Wednesday. His skill-set would fit right in with the Buckeyes. Lincoln Kienholz is one of the state’s top recruits this cycle. He’s already signed with Ohio State and appears to be a team leader, but what could have been? The Buckeyes flipped him from Washington when they lost another top quarterback in the cycle. It is becoming a habit that OSU needs a quarterback late in the recruiting period.

Kienholz Could Have Gotten More at Washington

With every Ohio State signee, there seems to be a question whether or not the Buckeyes are maximizing its NIL potential in regard to recruiting. It’s no different with this cycle, perhaps more so given the rampant speculation over Alabama’s (and yes, other rivals’) use of satellite camps and other visits in the summer. Keinholz stated this past week that Washington had more NIL money for him than Ohio State had available.

Basketball or Football

The Buckeyes secured a signature from the fastest-rising quarterback in the country after flipping him earlier this month. For Lincoln Kienholz, there was no end to the size … Read more at FryingPanSports

Jason Moore 2023 Defensive Lineman

July 18, 2022 by Steven R

Jason Moore is the epitome of a tough and hard working defensive lineman. He has been dominating on the line in high school at DeMatha Catholic Hyattsville, MD and has been projected as a key contributor at the college level. He is a versatile defensive lineman. He has great size (6’6″ 280 lbs.) and already has great strength. He plays aggressive and makes plays near the line of scrimmage with his ability to locate the football.

Based his decision on the visits and how comfortable he felt at the school.

Who Recruited Jason Moore

Moore was recruited by Larry Johnson for Ohio State, Mike Elston for Michigan, Al Washington and Al Golden for Notre Dame, Al Golden for Penn State and Chris Partridge for Mississippi.

Offers and Favorites

Moore had 21 Offers, including Ohio State, Michigan, Maryland, Notre Dame and Penn State.

Moore had a great relationship with Maryland, his home state school. He thought that he could have gone into Maryland and helped turn the program around. He liked the family atmosphere at Penn State and the development the players are offered. And Penn State has done well at Dematha Catholic HS in the … Read more at FryingPanSports

AJ Hoffler 2023 Strongside Defensive End

July 26, 2022March 10, 2022 by Steven R

AJ Hoffler (Twitter), a 6’5″ 235lbs 2023 defensive end from Woodward Academy in Atlanta/College Park, GA. He currently favors Ohio State, according to two Crystal Ball Predictions, for his college destination. Visited Ohio State January 11th right after defensive coordinator Jim Knowles came in and also met with Ryan Day. He likes the genuineness and enthusiasm of the coaches at OSU, also stating that they give him space while recruiting.

Who’s Recruiting AJ Hoffler

Larry Johnson is recruiting Hoffler for Ohio State, Larry Knight for Georgia Tech, Buddy Wyatt for Kansas State, Ron Burton for Michigan State, John Scott Jr for Penn State and Jack Tyler for Virginia Tech.

Offers and Favorites

Hoffler has 49 offers including Clemson, Ohio State, Auburn, Arkansas, Boston College and more. His favorites are Ohio State, Georgia, Auburn, Northwestern, Clemson. Georgia has not offered a scholarship. He wants to take his official visits before he commits to one school.

School Visits

Hoffler visited Georgia Tech on June 14th 2021, Kansas State 4 times including October 2nd 2021, Michigan on June 25th 2021, and Michigan State on June 26th 2021. He was at the Ohio State v Michigan State … Read more at FryingPanSports

Defensive End Omari Abor From Duncanville Texas

July 26, 2022October 16, 2021 by Steven R

Omari Abor plays for Duncanville Texas high school. The 6’4″, 240-pound defensive end is a 5-star recruit, the 18th best overall prospect, the 2nd best edge player in the country, and the 6th best overall prospect in Texas.

Alabama has Jay Valia and Freddie Roach recruiting Abor. LSU has Andre Careter in charge of recruiting him. While Ohio State defensive line coach Larry Johnson is recruiting him for the Buckeyes. Ohio State is hopeful the highly recruited prospect selects the Buckeyes as his destination to 2022.

Defensive End Omari Abor Visits

He visited Ohio State on June 4th, LSU on June 11th, and Alabama on June 25th. Ohio State offered him a scholarship in November 2020 and the visit went very well with him meeting with Ryan Day and Larry Johnson while in Columbus. The Buckeye’s ability to get edge players drafted in the first round is a factor for recruits at the position.

Omari Abor Scholarship Offers

Has over 25 offers with Texas A&M, Texas, Ohio State, LSU and Alabama leading. Oklahoma at one time was considered a favorite has not made the final five schools.

Omari Abor Crystal Ball Prediction

Parker Thune feels Abors … Read more at FryingPanSports