Two weeks before the start of the 1991 season, star running back Robert Smith left the team to focus on academics.
Smith's shocking departure left the running back position open for Butler By'not'e and Carlos Snow. Kent Graham won the quarterback job to replace three-year starter Greg Frey, another new face at an important position.
| The 1991 Buckeyes | |
|---|---|
| Record | 8–4 |
| B1G Record | 5–3, 3rd |
| Coach | John Cooper (4th year, 27–18–2) |
| CaptainS | Scottie Graham, John Kacherski, Carlos Snow September 14th • Louisville • Ohio Stadium |