Ohio State won five of its final six games in 2004. The strong finish and an early season matchup with Texas had fans excited for 2005.
The contest with the No. 2 Longhorns in Ohio Stadium dominated headlines all offseason. The first meeting between the two powerhouse programs oozed with national championship implications. Ohio State had explosive weapons at wide receiver, a dominant defense and the makings of a championship team.
| The 2005 Buckeyes | |
|---|---|
| Record | 10–2 |
| B1G Record | 7–1, 1st |
| Coach | Jim Tressel (5th year, 50–13) |
| CaptainS | AJ Hawk, Nick Mangold, Nate Salley, Rob Sims September 10th • #2 Texas • Ohio Stadium |