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Rutgers' Chris Ash set to apply lessons learned from Ohio State QB controversy

CHICAGO -- Chris Ash had a close-up view of one of the most scrutinized quarterback controversies college football has ever seen. Now it’s his turn to manage one, albeit on a much smaller scale.

His first major decision at the most important position on the field might pale in comparison to what he watched at Ohio State a year ago. But the new Rutgers coach picked up a lesson or two from how his behind-the-scenes access as the Buckeyes worked their way to a decision about who should lead the offense, and now he’s quickly getting a chance to put them to good use.