The Ohio State Buckeyes' downfall in 2025 was supposed to be their lack of returning production. 13 starters are gone from a College Football Playoff National Championship roster. Typically, that means a step back on the field.
OSU isn't a typical program, though. The Buckeyes have come back with an offensive line that still looks elite after losing a starting guard and tackle, a redshirt quarterback who is playing like a Heisman candidate, and a defensive unit that's No. 1 in scoring and red zone defense.
What were supposed to be question marks are strengths.