In nature, great transformations and creations start with a period of stasis.
Every baby born to every animal species on this planet gestates, whether inside an egg or while being carried by a parent. Caterpillars build cocoons and sleep awhile before transforming into butterflies.
Ohio State’s offense certainly felt like it underwent a period of stasis in the first half against Maryland. The Buckeyes scored their only touchdown on a pick-six from their defense, while their offense averaged 4.7 yards per play. They managed to burst from their cocoon – or egg or whichever analogous vessel one could choose – in the second half, picking up 7.