Column: Reasons to be optimistic for the 2022 season

Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty ImagesThe Game did not end how any of us expected or wanted it to. It’s pretty safe to say that the Buckeyes’ playoff hopes are close to zero. With that depressing news out of the way, let’s focus on the future. This year’s team was filled with immense talent, especially on offense. It will be tough to say goodbye to Chris Olave and (likely) Garrett Wilson, however, there is still a lot to look forward to next season!

Quarterback

Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty ImagesStarting off with the star of the show, C.J. Stroud. He will be a Heisman finalist come Jan. 5, and possibly even the winner. Either way, it is a huge accomplishment for a player in his first season…