Jeremy Brefere

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Ohio State's defensive line and linebackers came ready to play against arch rival Michigan and were suffocating at the line of scrimmage.

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Defensive end Tyreke Smith committed to the Buckeyes after the Under Armour All-American game on Jan. 4, and should bring a competitive edge to Columbus.

It will be important for the rushing attack to be a big part of the offense when the Ohio State football team takes on USC in the Cotton Bowl.

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