Thomas Scurlock

Thomas Scurlock

Joined: Aug 31, 2015

Tom Scurlock is a sportswriter specializing in college football and the Big Ten. He is a regular contributor to Bleacher Report as well as his personal blog, Playactionpass.typepad.com, which covers all aspects of college football. A lifelong athlete and soccer coach, Tom travels throughout the country to cover sporting events. In his spare time, Tom enjoys writing screenplays and documentaries, and discussing history with anyone who will listen. Contact Tom at tas1372@yahoo.com.

LINCOLN, NE - SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes gets ready to lead the team on the field before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: Big Ten vs. SEC, the gap in strength matters

Ryan Day has led Ohio State to a Big Ten championship already, but doesn't get the respect he deserves nationally.

Ohio State football: How will leaders manage COVID-19 in season?

Ohio State football assistant coach Tony Alford is one of the best recruiters in the country.

Ohio State Football: Running back unit is loaded

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 28: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: 2020 season lacks a trap game

COLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 09: Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day reacts from the sideline during a game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on November 9, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State defeated Maryland 73-14. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Ohio State football: COVID-19 won’t stop the 2020 college football season

LINCOLN, NE - SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes on the field before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: Linebackers key to title run in 2020

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 28: JK Dobbins #2 of the Ohio State Buckeyes runs with the ball against the Clemson Tigers during the Playstation Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on December 28, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: Time for offense to produce NFL ROTY

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 28: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: 3 factors define why Buckeyes dominate NFL Draft

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 07: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes looks on during the Big Ten Football Championship against the Wisconsin Badgers at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 7, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Ohio State defeated Wisconsin 34-21. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: Best three-star players since 2012

COLUMBUS, OH - SEPTEMBER 1: Acting Head Coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes sings Carmen Ohio with family after earning his first victory against the Oregon State Beavers at Ohio Stadium on September 1, 2018 in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State defeated Oregon State 77-31. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)

Unity continues despite 2020 college football season being in jeopardy

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 28: Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Clemson Tigers is wrapped up by Shaun Wade #24 of the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half during the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on December 28, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: Time for 2018 class to shine

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 28: A detail of Ohio State Buckeyes helmets prior to a game against the Clemson Tigers during the Playstation Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on December 28, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)

Ohio State football: Top 5 non-conference road games last 25 years

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 28: Quarterback Justin Fields #1 of the Ohio State Buckeyes drop back to pass during the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl against the Clemson Tigers at State Farm Stadium on December 28, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. The Tigers defeated the Buckeyes 29-23. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: Can any defense slow down Buckeye offense in 2020?

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - DECEMBER 07: Ryan Day the head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Ohio State football: Michigan’s Gattis makes excuses, Ryan Day delivers

LINCOLN, NE - SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes on the field before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty Images)

Ohio State Football: 2 surprise players for 2020

COLUMBUS, OHIO - FEBRUARY 23: Duane Washington Jr. #4 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrates after a play in the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Value City Arena on February 23, 2020 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Ohio State Basketball: Buckeyes can make a deep run in NCAA Tournament