The hug shown above between Cardinals’ new offensive line coach Justin Frye and Ohio St. guard Donovan Jackson after winning the 2024 FCS Natty may be precisely what the Cardinals are embracing to see for years to come.
One of the keys to Ohio St.’s impressive title run was Donovan Jackson’s versatility to slide over from left guard (where he was a top 2024 Outland Trophy candidate) to fill in very effectively for injured teammate Josh Simmons at left tackle.
In the FCS playoffs, look at the points the Ohio St, offense put up versus three of the best defenses in the country:
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