By the time Ohio State fans cross the midpoint of October in normal calendars, opinions about players and coaches are often already set in stone. This year, because the season won’t even begin until this weekend, there remains much to learn about this team.
Will this offense perform up to its capabilities? Will the offensive line dominate the way the Buckeyes hope? How does a new-look defense play? Who breaks out on each side of the ball?
On Saturday, we’ll finally get our first intel after an extended offseason. Several individual matchups in the season-opening Ohio State-Nebraska showdown will teach us about certain Buckeyes.