The Ohio State football team has been actively assembling a formidable roster this offseason, acquiring several transfers while retaining the majority of their…
The Ohio State football team has been actively assembling a formidable roster this offseason, acquiring several transfers while retaining the majority of their players for the upcoming 2024 season. ESPN has taken notice of these developments, ranking Ohio State second in their 2024 top 25.
In a significant change, Ryan Day, with the addition of Chip Kelly to the coaching staff, will relinquish play-calling duties. This shift is expected to enhance the team’s offensive performance, adopting a different play style that emphasizes more running and aims for more significant plays. With these improvements, if Ohio State falls short of being one of the top teams this year, Ryan Day will have few excuses left.
The Buckeyes’ defense is also poised for success, with almost every eligible player opting to return. The recent addition of Caleb Downs, a safety from Alabama, further bolsters the defense, positioning it as potentially one of the best in College Football.
ESPN’s rankings for the rest of the Big Ten include Oregon at No. 3, Penn State at No. 8, and Michigan at No. 13. Notably, ESPN seems to anticipate a performance dip from Ohio State’s biggest rival, Michigan, compared to the previous year. Oregon, positioned at No. 3, is perceived as a significant challenge for the Buckeyes, according to ESPN, making it a crucial matchup after their traditional rivalry game, “The Game.”
