Last season, Ohio State took advantage of good matchups, and was similarly taken advantage of. We saw Oklahoma's passing attack decimate Ohio State's linebackers, while the Buckeyes defensive line rolled USC's offense to the tune of eight sacks.
This year, similar matchup nightmares could be on the docket for Ohio State. Let's take a look.
Ohio State's Defensive Line vs. TCU's Offensive Line
For the last four years under the tutelage of coach Larry Johnson, Ohio State's defensive line has been one of the strengths of the team. This season, led by defensive ends Chase Young and Nick Bosa—who perhaps could be the #1 pick of the 2019 NFL Draft—, the Rushmen don't appear to be slowing down.