Tony Elliott thinks the Tigers got their noses bloodied in last year’s game against Ohio State and likened the contest to a heavyweight fight. He’s expecting more of the same this season.
Ohio State changed defensive coordinators in the offseason, moving Kerry Coombs to the top spot after co-defensive coordinators Greg Schiano (Rutgers) and Jeff Hafley (Boston College) moved into head coaching roles. While the names may have changed, the Buckeyes’ defense looks very familiar to Elliott.
The Buckeyes finished ninth nationally in rushing defense in 2019, giving up just 103 yards per game. Ohio State is ranked seventh this season at just a little over 98 yards per game on the ground.