Michigan State def. Ohio State, 10-7

• se-alum

  

  I still want to see OSU mix in some screen plays.
• Tiernan

  Dantonio will figuratively throw his hat in the ring for the OSU job by trying to paste the Buckeyes. Experienced QB will be the difference by 10+.
• se-alum

  

  This is a pivotal game for Braxton. I think if he performs well, he'll have the confidence to go into Nebraska and give OSU a chance to win.
• FatHobbit

  

  I just looked at MSU's schedule. For the next four games they play @OSU, UM, Wisconsin and @Nebraska.
  
  That's a pretty rough stretch even with OSU being average at best.
• Writerbuckeye

  

  No way to really tell how good MSU is at this point. But we do know their offense is pretty good with Cousins and the running back from Columbus. Hopefully, the defense will tackle better in this game. They were really bad at Miami, and had some awful spells against Colorado.
  
  If OSU can find a way to make MSU play honest on defense (they'll obviously stack the line to start the game), then the Buckeyes have a chance in this game. If not, it could be a long afternoon.
• jhay78

  

  The optimistic side of me sees the offense playing turnover free, Braxton making a few plays, and the young skill players stepping up big, while the defense forces Cousins and MSU to make some mistakes.
  
  The pessimistic side of me sees Dantonio throwing the kitchen sink at Braxton Miller and sending OSU's offense into organized chaos.
  
  I'm preparing for the worst:
  
  MSU 27
  OSU 13
• OneBuckeye

  

  Ohio State by 10.
• Scarlet_Buckeye

  

  I'll be SHOCKED if MSU puts up 28 points. Not saying OSU is going to win, just saying I will be shocked if MSU is able to score that many on OSU's staunch defense.
• bo shemmy3337

  I got OSU in this one. I don't think MSU is very good and they play a simple style which will benefit OSU's Defense.
• JU-ICE

  Field position will be key in this one, if MSU can force most of OSU drives to start inside their 35, I am not sure OSU can sustain enough drives to win. On the flip side, if OSU can keep MSU at 17 points or under, I think the Bucks will win.
• dat dude

  In recruiting news, Adolphus Washington (6'6" 240 lbs DE) had a monster game for Taft. He finished with 10 tackles, 6 TFL, 3 sacks and a forced fumble. Oh, and he caught a TD AND returned a punt for a TD. Tremendous athleticism. A must-get for the OSU staff.
• Big Gain

  centralbucksfan;910732 wrote:Big fan of Dantonio and I think he will come in with a good defensive game plan to confuse Miller, and stack the line against the run. If Miller/OSU can't throw the ball any better, it could be a long afternoon. The defense needs to be consistant. At times, they look very good. And at times, they tend to fall asleep. Being at home will definately help OSU. But I think MSU might have just a bit more at this time.

  Dantonio knows this might be his best chance to beat Ohio State EVER. He has closed his practices this week.
• charliehustle14

  Will Nathan Williams be back this week? I think he's been overlooked since getting hurt, but he's been a huge loss on defense. Losing him is like the Packers losing Clay Matthews. I'm not saying Williams = Matthews, but what he brings to the table with his pass rushing ability and athleticism is as equally important to what Clay brings to the Packers D.
• Writerbuckeye

  

  charliehustle14;911989 wrote:Will Nathan Williams be back this week? I think he's been overlooked since getting hurt, but he's been a huge loss on defense. Losing him is like the Packers losing Clay Matthews. I'm not saying Williams = Matthews, but what he brings to the table with his pass rushing ability and athleticism is as equally important to what Clay brings to the Packers D.

  No. No Williams. Maybe not for another two weeks. And it has hurt this defense a lot -- especially the linebackers. They've had to fight off blocks that Williams would otherwise have occupied, and it has hurt their positioning. Plus, this year's linebackers simply don't have the speed and agility of past groups.
  
  This is not one of OSU's typically "staunch" defenses of past years. Losing out on some key stud linebackers, and injuries to McVey and Crowell have left that as a thin area where it once was full of riches.
  
  Hopefully, they can restock the position this recruiting season.
• Speedofsand

  

  LJ;910753 wrote:Neither is OSU

  If I said that, you and a dozen others would be calling me a troll.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  OSU 31
  MSU 28
• DeyDurkie5

  

  I'll be at this game. First buckeyes football game I have attended. Definitely can't wait to see how the shoe is on game days. Hopefully they pull out the W.
• ernest_t_bass

  

  DeyDurkie5;912044 wrote:I'll be at this game. First buckeyes football game I have attended. Definitely can't wait to see how the shoe is on game days. Hopefully they pull out the W.

  
  I hope you get kicked out.
• lhslep134

  

  Had a bad feeling about the Miami game, feeling a lot better about this one.
  
  Bucks find a way to get it done in the Big 10 20-17 over MSU.
• DeyDurkie5

  

  ernest_t_bass;912054 wrote:I hope you get kicked out.

  I won't.
• 0311sdp

  elbuckeye28;911574 wrote:I think Sweat has been our most consistent linebacker.

  I think that he is too slow to be a great linebacker as is Klein, watch them and you will see how many plays they don't quite get to because of lack of speed (not lack of effort) I would just like to see more of Shazier who seems to make plays every time he gets a chance to play (great speed and natural instincts for the position) I'm not saying don't play Sweat and Klein just work the kids in more than is currently being done.
• dwccrew

  

  Tiger2003;911585 wrote:I got ya. Read it to fast.

  No worries. I should also add that I meant without the suspended players I don't think OSU can hang with mediocore teams. Once they get those 4 players back and Miller gets some more reps, the Bucks should be decent. I'm thinking 3-4 losses this season.
• End of Line

  

  DeyDurkie5;912044 wrote:I'll be at this game. First buckeyes football game I have attended. Definitely can't wait to see how the shoe is on game days. Hopefully they pull out the W.

  Have fun man. What section are your seats in?
• OneBuckeye

  

  Depth Chart released. http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/osu/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/2011-12/release/release_20110926aaa.pdf
  
  There is no Or between Braxton and JB
  
  Still no Nathan Williams.
  
  Orhian Johnson is now the backup to Christian Bryant
  
  Roby still starting over Clarke
• vball10set

  OneBuckeye;912719 wrote:Depth Chart released. http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/osu/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/2011-12/release/release_20110926aaa.pdf
  
  There is no Or between Braxton and JB
  
  Still no Nathan Williams.
  
  Orhian Johnson is now the backup to Christian Bryant
  
  Roby still starting over Clarke

  I like it...btw, Roby is starting over Grant....I'd like to see Clarke start over Howard, who IMO got abused last week.
• OneBuckeye

  

  vball10set;912722 wrote:I like it...btw, Roby is starting over Grant....I'd like to see Clarke start over Howard, who IMO got abused last week.

  Roby and Howard are both good corners. I think Clarke has the chance to be a GREAT corner. He has athletic ability and ball skills that the other two don't. The problem is Roby and Howard haven't screwed up enough to lose their position. Howard go beat on one play where he didn't turn his head and then got beat on another where he miss timed his jump after the QB had all day to throw. I wouldn't say he got abused.