The Buckeyes have survived a couple of early season scares. Let's dive into two of the plays that have kept their record unblemished.
When most experts and fans broke down the Associated Press' first ever unanimous number one team's schedule, most believed that it would be a cakewalk until Michigan State visited Columbus. Underwhelming quarterback play, inconsistent offensive line execution and the inability to contain mobile quarterbacks forced the reigning national champions to play multiple competitive games well into the fourth quarter.
Here is a deep dive into two key plays that have kept the Buckeyes' aspirations to repeat as national champions alive:
Setting the scene
When: Week 3 vs Northern Illinois
Score: Ohio State 13, Northern Illinois 10
Time: 1:55 left in the third quarter
Down and Distance: 1st-and-ten at the Northern Illinois 45-yard line
Play: Defensive coordinator Chris Ash dials up 'Cover 3 Buzz' to try and create a turnover.