Indiana Hoosiers football take on Ohio State in Columbus on Fox at Noon ET
I sat down with Buckeyes Wire writer and Ohio State of Mind podcast co-host Joshua Keatley to discuss the biggest game of the week, as Ohio State host Indiana on Saturday.
Josh Keatley: Losing Seth McLaughlin is major. The dude has been the second best offensive lineman on the roster after Donovan Jackson. I am unsure as to what the plan is for Saturday, this is the third injury for the offensive line with both Josh Simmons and Zen Michalski out. My guess is Carson Hinzman, who was the starter at center all of last season moves back and Austin Siereveld gets the nod at guard.
Josh Keatley: J.T. Tuimoloau has not had that jaw-dropping game yet and this is a guy with first round potential. He typically shows up when the lights are brightest, so I expect him to step up on Saturday. Denzel Burke and these defensive backs are going to have arguably their toughest task yet as these Indiana receivers can scoot, but I have a ton of faith he can play the role of lockdown corner this week. Donovan Jackson is the third guy I want to mention, he has been playing at a high level at left tackle since the Simmons injury and we need him to continue that.
Josh Keatley: I think the Hoosiers have more than enough at the skill positions, the difference is going to be in the trenches where I believe Ohio State can out-muscle them.
Josh Keatley: 1. Oregon, 2. Texas, 3. Ohio State, 4. Penn State, 5. Indiana, 6. Notre Dame, 7. Miami, 8. Alabama, 9. Ole Miss, 10. Georgia, 11. BYU, 12. Boise State
Josh Keatley is a Columbus (Ohio) native who covers college and professional football. He is a former Valparaiso running back and Ohio State University alum. He is a contributor to Buckeyes Wire and the USA Today Sports Media Group.
