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100 Teams in 100 Days: John Wilce Takes 1920 Team to Rose Bowl and Doorstep of Another Undefeated Season

As we count down the rich and storied history of Ohio State football, we look back at the 1920 Buckeyes, who were the first to play in the Rose Bowl.

96 days and counting

The 31st season of Ohio State football was a turning point in the program's history. With John Wilce leading the team to success on the field and the recent exploits of Chic Harley, interest in Ohio State football was at an all-time high.

University Athletic Board president Thomas French and athletic director Lynn St. John were forces behind the push for a new stadium for the football team.