This time last year, Ohio State was coming off a historic postseason run and the odds-on favorite to repeat as national champions in 2015. But after falling short of that goal and losing eight starters on each side of the ball, the tone for this offseason will be very different in Columbus, Ohio.
The Buckeyes, who are currently working through their winter conditioning, will be filling out a new-look two-deep rotation while breaking in a key new addition to the coaching staff.
With so many questions and unknowns surrounding Urban Meyer's squad, here are five things to watch during a crucial offseason.