At first glance it may seem like a big blow for Ohio State to lose their starting quarterback J.T. Barrett, who was suspended after being cited for OVI. But the Buckeyes are actually sitting pretty well without him.
Here are a few reason why the Buckeyes will be just fine:
The Buckeyes have played without him before
Most other schools would be done for the season after losing their starting quarterback. Fortunately for Ohio State, they aren’t most other schools. The Buckeyes have Cardale Jones ready to step in as starter and is arguably the most talented “back-up” in the country.