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Caleb Downs And His Key Play Against Indiana

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Safety Caleb Downs, one of the more hyped defensive backs in college football this year and his transfer from Alabama to Ohio State, is among the top story-lines going into the 2024 season. That transfer should do much in helping the Buckeyes win a national championship this season if they can win out the rest of the schedule.

Caleb Downs
Caleb Downs

Early Life and Recruitment

Downs grew up in Georgia and quickly emerged as a football phenom at Mill Creek High School. With his versatility, speed, and high football IQ, he was eventually rated a five-star recruit with offers from Alabama, Georgia, and Ohio State being three of the top suitors. Downs committed to Alabama in 2023 and immediately had a great freshman season, solidifying his standing as one of the best safeties in the nation.

Why Ohio State?

After one successful season with Alabama, Downs entered the transfer portal. His decision to join Ohio State was influenced by the strong defensive system at Ohio State and his desire to play a crucial role in its championship aspirations. “The culture and tradition here at Ohio State are unmatched,” Downs said when announcing his transfer. “I’m looking forward to being able … Read more at FryingPanSports

Ohio State Football: Latest Highlights and Insights

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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.

OSU Player of the Week
OSU Player of the Week

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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Battle for QB1: The Ohio State quarterback competition is heating up this fall

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Will Howard

As the leaves begin to change and the air gets a little thinner, one thing is on every Ohio State football fan’s mind: Who will be the starting quarterback in 2024? The Buckeyes are in the middle of a fierce Fall camp quarterback competition, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting battles we’ve seen in years.

Will Howard
Will Howard

The Contenders

Leading the pack are Will Howard and Devin Brown. Howard’s like a grizzled vet. He’s been around the block, and he’s super chill in the neighborhood. He is working hard to learn the Ohio State playbook and has shown some serious talent. In other words, this young Brown gun that was killing. He has incredible consistency and his mechanics are better than you’d expect. Apparently Dude has worked with some top-notch guys in Cali.

The Journey So Far

I remember my first Buckeyes game like it was yesterday. The energy in the stadium, the sea of ​​grey and scarlet, the roar of the crowd as the team took the field. That’s the driving force behind this quarterback competition. Both Howard and Brown have been putting in the work, and it’s clear they both want that … Read more at FryingPanSports