Ohio State vs. Penn State: Stage Set for Epic Game

COLUMBUS, OH - OCTOBER 7: Sam Hubbard
COLUMBUS, OH - OCTOBER 7: Sam Hubbard /
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NORMAN, OK – SEPTEMBER 17: J.T. Barrett
NORMAN, OK – SEPTEMBER 17: J.T. Barrett /

Will the Buckeye offensive line give JT enough time to throw?

This is the key to the game. The Nittany Lions’ defense is ranked No. 4 in tackles-for-loss per game, No. 19 in sacks per game and No. 1 in scoring defense.

It doesn’t matter who they have played, this defense is really good.

The right side of the Ohio State offensive line has played much better in recent weeks, but Demetrius Knox and Isaiah Prince haven’t proven they can do it against elite competition yet. Their ability to keep Barrett upright will determine the outcome.

Barrett is surgical when he has time to distribute the ball.  The SLOBS need to dominate the trenches. If they do, Buckeyes walk away with a comfortable win.