In 2007, Ohio State was predicted to finish third in the Big Ten. The loss Buckeyes had to replace a Heisman Trophy winner at quarterback and a pair of first-round NFL Draft picks.
No one knew much about Todd Boeckman, the incumbent starter at quarterback, and a Brian Robiskie had large shoes to fill at receiver. However, Chris "Beanie" Wells returned and appeared ready for a big season.
Star linebacker James Laurinaitis again led the defense, joined by Vernon Gholston and Jay Richardson in the front seven.