Ohio State was without star wide receiver Carnell Tate against Purdue after he was scratched just before the game started with a minor injury. Head coach Ryan Day didn't share much about the injury, and ever since then, Tate's status has been completely unknown to the public.
Tate is questionable for today's game against UCLA, but when it comes to what he did or didn't do during practice, that is also very unknown to everyone. Some felt Tate absence from the game against Purdue was not a big deal, as the opponent was not big enough to risk a bigger injury.
It seems like Ohio State could take the same caution today against UCLA, but no one knows, as nothing has been said about Tate and his availability today.
Is Carnell Tate playing today vs. UCLA?
Behind Jeremiah Smith, Carnell Tate has been the best wide receiver for the Buckeyes this season, so his absence is felt. It would make sense if Ohio State wanted to keep Tate out for another game just to ensure he is healthy when they need him most, but the secrecy of his status feels a little suspicious.
No one knows the extent of Tate's injury or is he is even healthy enough to be considered to play. The final injury report for Ohio State will come out two hours before kickoff, so fans won't know the true status of Tate until close to 5:30 p.m. EST.
If Tate is still listed as questionable, that doesn't mean he will play; he could be a game-time decision and another late scratch like he was last week against Purdue.
Check back later for any updates on Tate's status for today's game vs. UCLA and whether or not the star wide receiver will be on the field for the Buckeyes.