A major cultural change is needed at Ohio State

Ohio State players referred to Saturday's game against Oregon at Ohio Stadium as a "playoff game." They came out and played like it on Saturday afternoon, as they outscored Oregon 14-0 and outgained them 174-43 in the first quarter. In a game they had to have, the Buckeyes were in complete control. It was reminiscent of the Rose Bowl performance. Then the rest of the game happened.

With 3:06 to play in the first half, Ohio State had a 14-3 lead and was looking to get the ball back with a chance to extend its lead late in the half, which they have done in almost every game this season. What happened over the final 33 minutes was a disgrace to anyone who has ever been involved with Ohio State…