Ohio State versus Oregon in the 2010 Rose Bowl

[LoganBuck]

I asked Chip and he said we could start a Rose Bowl thread near game time. Lets act like we can talk about Ohio State with the same standards that we use on the rest of the board.

I am anxious to see how Tressel and Co. adjusts to the loss of both Ray Small and Duron Carter, it is no secret that Ohio State is offensively challenged, how will they compensate?

Will Pryor step up?

[OnBaseMachine]

As I said in the other thread, I think OSU wins by 10+.

[Spring~Fields]

I feel like it is going to be an interesting and exciting contest between each of them. I think that we will see a well played game.

[LoganBuck]

If this game goes anything like the Northwestern/Auburn or Penn State/LSU games it will be fun.

[jimbo]

What a great opening drive for the Buckeyes!!!

Worried about Pryor limping though.

[OnBaseMachine]

OSU makes it look easy on the first drive. I wouldn't be surprised if they drop 40 on Oregon. Oregon's defense was horrible in the last three or four games.

[jimbo]

The Buckeye players look like all business today. I think they are as focused as they have been all season, want to prove all of the critics wrong.

[MWM]

Well, Tressel had one good drive in him at least. He took them by susprise in that first drive, Oregon's defensive coaches adjusted and now the Buckeye offense looks clueless.

[jimbo]

Well, Tressel had one good drive in him at least. He took them by susprise in that first drive, Oregon's defensive coaches adjusted and now the Buckeye offense looks clueless.

The Buckeyes are currently on a 7 minute, 60+ yard drive??

[Hoosier Red]

Pryor's looked good and efficient in the first half, turning that interception into points at the end of the half was huge.

[flyer85]

starting to see what becomes the problem for the Bucks in recent bowl games ... inability to get stops

[*BaseClogger*]

I'm loving the WR screens. Where have those been all season?

Now, just hit the tight end on a pass play please, Jim?

[Hoosier Red]

Huge break for the Buckeyes on the fumble that went out of bounds in the end zone.

[OnBaseMachine]

Masoli is a turnover machine. He just turns the ball over way too much, which is the main reason why I predicted OSU to win by 10+. That may be the turning point in the game.

[Highlifeman21]

T. Pryor, when in doubt, throw it to D. Posey.... sometimes it works, other times it's an INT.

[flyer85]

Bucks have gotten some stops. Get the feeling that one big play from either will be enough to win the game

[Highlifeman21]

The way the Bucks played earlier, this shouldn't be a game, but it seems like Tressel can't resist being Tressel, and hold his offense in check.

At least T. Pryor is showing some damn fine signs of life, when he's not only throwing to D. Posey.

[jimbo]

I'm not sure why don't throw to Ballard more.

[OnBaseMachine]

26-17 OSU. That should do it. If the scores holds I'll be off my one on my prediction.:D

[jimbo]

I think the time of possession has been the biggest key in the game so far. Oregon's offense has never had a chance to get any real momentum going.

[OnBaseMachine]

Can't believe Oregon attempted a field goal there on 4th and 1. Very puzzling decision, IMO.

[jimbo]

Oh man, this is feeling sweet!!! :)

[Newport Red]

My guess is they want a 1 score game. If they get the ball back, it's 4 down territory no matter the yard line.

[Spring~Fields]

Oh man, this is feeling sweet!!! :)

:thumbup:

:clap::clap::clap: Ohio State :clap::clap::clap:

[cincrazy]

Took care of business. Tressel won, and he did it his way.

In my mind, this game was never in doubt. Great game Bucks!

[traderumor]

What a great win for the Buckeyes. The D played at a high level and about as good as they could. Their front 4 definately won. Ironically, the D game plan that many used to predict the Bucks demise was what the Bucks used to beat the Ducks--make the QB beat them with the throw.

Pryor played the game that is expected of him. It seemed once the Bucks got in sight of winning the game, adrenaline kicked in and he found the step that his bum knee had him a step slow in the first half. I still wonder if that limp out of bounds was not for show, as was the announcement of the damaged knee in the first place. That type of gamesmanship seems beneath something Tressel would knowingly do, but it sure did seem odd that Pryor brought that out in a big interview at the Rose Bowl.

The amazing thing was that Tressel put the game in his hands and was rewarded with the best game of Terrelle's career to date. The last throw to Posey was a big time play. The offense just made play after play today.

To me, the Bucks won because the offense was able to move the ball and score points, even when it was a FG. Some of the complaints I saw about Tressel in this thread are laughable. The whole team was on today, including the coaching staff. The only thing Oregon won was kickoff returns, which really was what made the game as close as it was.

And of course, we now know that Oregon was really no good after all. ;)

[cincrazy]

What a great win for the Buckeyes. The D played at a high level and about as good as they could. Their front 4 definately won. Ironically, the D game plan that many used to predict the Bucks demise was what the Bucks used to beat the Ducks--make the QB beat them with the throw.

Pryor played the game that is expected of him. It seemed once the Bucks got in sight of winning the game, adrenaline kicked in and he found the step that his bum knee had him a step slow in the first half. I still wonder if that limp out of bounds was not for show, as was the announcement of the damaged knee in the first place. That type of gamesmanship seems beneath something Tressel would knowingly do, but it sure did seem odd that Pryor brought that out in a big interview at the Rose Bowl.

The amazing thing was that Tressel put the game in his hands and was rewarded with the best game of Terrelle's career to date. The last throw to Posey was a big time play. The offense just made play after play today.

To me, the Bucks won because the offense was able to move the ball and score points, even when it was a FG. Some of the complaints I saw about Tressel in this thread are laughable. The whole team was on today, including the coaching staff. The only thing Oregon won was kickoff returns, which really was what made the game as close as it was.

And of course, we now know that Oregon was really no good after all. ;)

Great post.

If you peruse the final stats, they are in favor of OSU, and it's not even close. I never felt the Bucks were in danger of losing this game. The offense did something it's struggled to do at times this season, which is convert 3rd downs. And Oregon managed just two all game.

And lets give some credit to Devin Barclay and Pettrey. The kick coverage unit was terrible, but the kickers were fantastic, and were a big part of the win.

Great all around performance. Couldn't have played any better IMO.

[Highlifeman21]

Great effort by the Buckeyes today. Both sides of the ball looked sharp.

Their D forced Oregon to change their offensive gameplan, and Pryor really showed the whole country something today.

Would it kill Tressel to step on the throats of opponents and really put teams away? It seemed like Pryor made some plays himself later in the game to put the Ducks away, rather than Tressel's playcalling. I'd rather Tressel be very un-Tressel, and use his talent and weapons to the best of their abilities, rather than try and put square pegs in round holes.

Pryor to Posey is a special connection though, really something for the Buckeyes to enjoy next year.

[Caseyfan21]

I'm not sure why don't throw to Ballard more.

I'm good buddies with Jake. I know when he turned in his paperwork to the NFL last year they said he would likely be a 5th round pick. NFL teams recognize his potential. He has great hands and has been constantly underutilized by Tress during his time at OSU.

[guttle11]

The problem in going to Ballard is that OSU didn't have the multiple WR threats needed to force opposing LBs from the middle, and his last two seasons came in the "build up Pryor" years. Had Ballard been an upperclassmen in the Smith, Holmes, Ginn, Robiskie, Gonzo years he would have been pretty dominate as a TE working man to man against LBs and safties.

Great win for the Bucks, and hopefully a great coming out party for the real Terrelle Pryor. If that TP shows up next year OSU can win the national title.

[kaldaniels]

Great post.

If you peruse the final stats, they are in favor of OSU, and it's not even close. I never felt the Bucks were in danger of losing this game. The offense did something it's struggled to do at times this season, which is convert 3rd downs. And Oregon managed just two all game.

And lets give some credit to Devin Barclay and Pettrey. The kick coverage unit was terrible, but the kickers were fantastic, and were a big part of the win.

Great all around performance. Couldn't have played any better IMO.

Agreed except one thing. I thought the Buckeyes were destined to lose right before OU fumbled the ball out of the endzone. I was very concerned at that point.

[traderumor]

Agreed except one thing. I thought the Buckeyes were destined to lose right before OU fumbled the ball out of the endzone. I was very concerned at that point.

Oh, great point I had forgot about. That was a key turning point. The Bucks were barely challenged after that.

[traderumor]

Another thing that is coming out of this bowl season is that the Big 10 is representing very well, which is about as satisfying as watching the Buckeyes dominate the mighty Ducks. Northwestern nearly beat an SEC team, and Penn State did beat an SEC team.

[Hoosier Red]

Another thing that is coming out of this bowl season is that the Big 10 is representing very well, which is about as satisfying as watching the Buckeyes dominate the mighty Ducks. Northwestern nearly beat an SEC team, and Penn State did beat an SEC team.

And Wisconsin kicked the crud out of the U.

[traderumor]

Another thought: Video replay review has gotten out of hand. I do not think that it was intended to look at each and every score. It really screws up the flow of the game. And it is patently unfair as well because it only is used on certain calls or non-calls. What if the replay shows that there was a holding call that was key to a scoring play? Well, that doesn't qualify, but it is just as big as making sure that the runner did not step out of bounds, or that the receiver had possession. Sure, you are gonna miss Mike Renfro clearly having both feet in bounds, but is the price of "getting the call right" worth it? Watching the way it was handled in the Rose Bowl today has me questioning that more than ever.

[Sea Ray]

Another thing that is coming out of this bowl season is that the Big 10 is representing very well, which is about as satisfying as watching the Buckeyes dominate the mighty Ducks. Northwestern nearly beat an SEC team, and Penn State did beat an SEC team.


I tip my cap to the Buckeyes. :thumbup: They did what few thought they would. Beat Oregon. ESPN's fan voting showed 79% thought Oregon would win. I thought going in that the lack of defense would sink the PAC 10 in this Bowl season and that is turning out to be correct. Coach Tressel said before the game that he felt like they were representing the Big Ten today and I agree with him. Good thing they played well. This reflects well on the Big Ten. Their poor play in previous years did the opposite.

My guess is the media will get off the Big Ten's back for awhile and shift their scorn onto the PAC 10

[Chip R]

Another thought: Video replay review has gotten out of hand. I do not think that it was intended to look at each and every score. It really screws up the flow of the game. And it is patently unfair as well because it only is used on certain calls or non-calls. What if the replay shows that there was a holding call that was key to a scoring play? Well, that doesn't qualify, but it is just as big as making sure that the runner did not step out of bounds, or that the receiver had possession. Sure, you are gonna miss Mike Renfro clearly having both feet in bounds, but is the price of "getting the call right" worth it? Watching the way it was handled in the Rose Bowl today has me questioning that more than ever.


I think you have a point. But I believe they don't just look at every score, they look at every play. I like this system better than the one the NFL uses. The referee doesn't go to the sidelines and look at some video on a small screen. And there's usually no nitpicky rules like you can't review an incomplete pass. Of course there are some foulups like in the Indiana Iowa game and others but you're going to have that with any system and it'll be worse if you don't have it at all. If you have the technology, you might as well use it.

[Sea Ray]

I think you have a point. But I believe they don't just look at every score, they look at every play. I like this system better than the one the NFL uses. The referee doesn't go to the sidelines and look at some video on a small screen. And there's usually no nitpicky rules like you can't review an incomplete pass. Of course there are some foulups like in the Indiana Iowa game and others but you're going to have that with any system and it'll be worse if you don't have it at all. If you have the technology, you might as well use it.


The problem is they're delaying the game to review obviously correct calls. That's a waste of time and a disruption to the flow of the game

[HeatherC1212]

Great game by the Buckeyes today! :D I was watching the game at my cousin's house along with the rest of my family and we had a great time cheering for the Buckeyes. I got a little nervous at times because I'm that insane fan who always waits for the worst to happen to my teams ;) but it just felt like OSU wasn't going to let this game get away from them. They were on a mission today and it showed in both the offense and defense. I was mostly worried about the OSU offense coming alive (I figured the defense would do their jobs well since they have pretty much all season) and I'm so happy that Terrelle had such a huge game. Next year could be really special and I can't wait to see what's in store for them. Go Bucks!!! :jump:

It was also fun watching my other cousin, a diehard Michigan fan, have to watch the Buckeyes finally win a big bowl game while knowing that his team was sitting at home, LOL :laugh:

[Chip R]

The problem is they're delaying the game to review obviously correct calls. That's a waste of time and a disruption to the flow of the game


And commercials aren't? There are always going to be delays whether it be to injuries or time outs or measuring for a first down or spotting the ball or just breaking for a commercial.

Reviewing obviously correct calls is their job. But what may be obvious to you and me from our angle may not be obvious from another angle. Perhaps what they should do is have 2 guys in the booth reviewing plays and only call for a booth review if both guys agree. Then give them 60 seconds to either confirm or reverse the call. Takes up no more time than 2 30 second commercials. If you can't see if the call was right in 1 minute, the call should stand.

[Brutus]

The problem is they're delaying the game to review obviously correct calls. That's a waste of time and a disruption to the flow of the game

Sometimes though, that's the fault of the coaches. There are some obviously correct calls where a team tries to rush to the line not realizing how obviously correct it is, and the booth is forced to go ahead and review without having a chance to see a replay and know whether the review was even necessary.

[GAC]

Can't believe Oregon attempted a field goal there on 4th and 1. Very puzzling decision, IMO.

That too really perplexed me , and may have been the turning point of the game. I mean earlier in the game they went for it on 4th and 9 and got it. I'm assuming the Oregon coach realized he needed two scores, and decided to be get one of them here.

First off..... IS OSU'S DEFENSE LEGIT after basically shutting down one of the most high powered offenses in the country? ;)

Masoli.... 9/20 for 81 yds. 6 carries for 9 yds rushing.

Oregon rushed for a total of 179 yds; but no individual rusher over 100. This was a lot like the Navy game where Navy rushed for similar yards, but lost.

Who do I give the game ball to? The entire team, and that includes Tressel.

The defense played outstanding. Pryor played one of his best games. Posey, Sanzenbacher, and Faine really played well. And I told my brother in the 4th quarter that one of the things I wasn't seeing out of Tressel was predictability.

When Oregon went up 17-16, and I felt the momentum was shifting, I was watching with one eye closed. After OSU went back ahead on the FG, Oregon drove it right back down inside the OSU 20 and I thought they were going to take it in again. Blount's fumble into the endzone was quite a fortunate turn for OSU.

But I told my brother that I hope several missed opportunities by the OSU offense in this game don't come back to haunt them.....

The perfect pass by Pryor to Posey in the endzone in the 2nd quarter that Posey couldn't handle. Posey redeemed himself on the very same called play on that last OSU TD though.

There were a couple pass plays where Pryor, if he had hit the guys in stride, they would have been gone IMO. Especially when he threw that INT.

We should have had more points on the board, and even though we were playing well overall, I was very fidgety in my chair.

But OSU rose to the occasion!

With Oregon still relying on their running game late, the clock was not in their favor.

The Big 10 is looking a lot better in the Bowl games this year. A 1 pt loss by Minnesota to Iowa State (congrats Chip!), and an OT loss by Northwestern to Auburn (heck of a game).

Mountain West.... 4-0 (1 remaining)
Big 12.... 3-1 (3 remaining)
Big 10.... 3-2 (2 remaining)
ACC.... 3-3 (1 remaining)
SEC..... 3-3 (4 remaining)
Big East.... 2-2 (2 remaining)
PAC-10 ..... 2-5 (final)

[LoganBuck]

Winning is better.

Great game for Pryor, and the offense.

I would stop short of saying the defense played a great game, they just kept Oregon in check, the praise goes to the Ohio State offense for sitting on the ball for 40+ minutes.

[traderumor]

Winning is better.

Great game for Pryor, and the offense.

I would stop short of saying the defense played a great game, they just kept Oregon in check, the praise goes to the Ohio State offense for sitting on the ball for 40+ minutes.I would submit that holding Oregon in check, especially given the field position they made for themselves, is worthy of high praise. It should have turned into a track meet when you consider the way we were moving the ball and the field position Oregon enjoyed, but our D held them. That is amazing and should not be overshadowed by the offense actually playing well.

[GAC]

I would stop short of saying the defense played a great game, they just kept Oregon in check, the praise goes to the Ohio State offense for sitting on the ball for 40+ minutes.

Definitely praise should be heaped on our offense with time of possession being 42 to 18.

But our defense has kept teams with good offensive attacks "in check" all year. And yet when this match up was announced, the question was put forth - and a valid one too I admit - has OSU's defense faced a high-powered, top-ranked, offense like Oregon's which, going into this game, averaged 39 pts/game, 425 yds total/game, and 236 yds rushing/game?

We held them under average in all categories.... 17 pts, 260 total yards, 179 total rushing.

I think they did a great job, but I'm biased. :p:

[traderumor]

Another side conversation is that I recall some snickering at Oregon counting their blessings that they have Masoli after they were one of the finalists in the sweepstakes while Ohio State is stuck with Pryor. Well, Pryor 1, Masoli 0. The outcome was bizarro world vs. the predictions.

[Sea Ray]

And commercials aren't? There are always going to be delays whether it be to injuries or time outs or measuring for a first down or spotting the ball or just breaking for a commercial.

Reviewing obviously correct calls is their job. But what may be obvious to you and me from our angle may not be obvious from another angle. Perhaps what they should do is have 2 guys in the booth reviewing plays and only call for a booth review if both guys agree. Then give them 60 seconds to either confirm or reverse the call. Takes up no more time than 2 30 second commercials. If you can't see if the call was right in 1 minute, the call should stand.

What do commercials have to do with a discussion of replay? Of course commercials delay the game but we all realize they are a necessary evil.

I disagree with you that obviously correct calls should be reviewed. Only questionable calls should be reviewed. Reviewing correct calls unnecessarily delays the game game and effects flow.

Once you stop play why limit them to 60s? You might as well get it right at that point. It often takes longer than that to get the spot and down (PSU-LSU) right

[Sea Ray]

First off..... IS OSU'S DEFENSE LEGIT after basically shutting down one of the most high powered offenses in the country? ;)





It's a legitimate question and I think OSU answered it with flying colors. But this was the game OSU needed. If Oregon ran roughshod over them, nobody would have remembered Navy.

[Caseyfan21]

I think the main focus going next year needs to be:

1) Punting game Improvement

2) Defensive Line Question - do Heyward and Gibson leave early? If not, then nevermind

3) Pryor's continued development and good decision making (he's grown a TON this year IMO)

4) Offensive Line Improvement

5) WR's continuing to grow (and keeping good depth)


If those areas are all improved I think OSU is a legit title contender.

[Roy Tucker]

I had hoped yesterday that at least one of my Ohio teams would win.

I thought the replay review was a little over the top yesterday. Have some faith in your on-field crew. There was a sideline tightroping by an OSU guy (I forget who) and video replay showed the ref was very tightly focused on the sideline and in perfect position to make the call.

The OSU defense took a 2x4 to the Oregon offense and slowed them down immensely. The OSU front 4 pretty well controlled things. That was a thoroughly great defensive performance. Remember what Oregon's fast break has done to just about everyone else this year.

OSU offense was good. Tressel finally let the leash out enough and loosened up things so that 23 and 22 lead has a prayer of working. Pryor still has some learning and seasoning needed as a pure dropback passer, but rolling him out and giving him quick throws to the slot gave him confidence. He was very lucky in that throw to Ballard who made a heckuva catch.

[traderumor]

I echo the greatness of Ballard's catch. There is a great picture that captured the height that he reached to snag it on dispatch.com

http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/multimedia/audio_slideshows/2010/01/rosebowl/index.html

[jimbo]

Another side conversation is that I recall some snickering at Oregon counting their blessings that they have Masoli after they were one of the finalists in the sweepstakes while Ohio State is stuck with Pryor. Well, Pryor 1, Masoli 0. The outcome was bizarro world vs. the predictions.

+100

[traderumor]

Another observation: John Saunders had a look on his face (one of constipation) about like the one I would have if I had to stand on the podium after a Michigan Rose Bowl victory.

He appeared to be thinking of all the places he would rather be than there, as one who never lacks to take a potshot at the Buckeyes in his studio snippets before/during/between games. It was funny to watch.

[Caseyfan21]

I echo the greatness of Ballard's catch. There is a great picture that captured the height that he reached to snag it on dispatch.com

http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/multimedia/audio_slideshows/2010/01/rosebowl/index.html

I pulled it off as a high res and sent it to Jake:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2745/4236864343_28e50b349c_o.jpg

[15fan]

Agreed except one thing. I thought the Buckeyes were destined to lose right before OU fumbled the ball out of the endzone. I was very concerned at that point.

That fumble was karma you-know-what slapping Blount for his actions at the end of the Boise St game as well as Chip Kelly for suiting him up and putting him on the field.

[Chip R]

What do commercials have to do with a discussion of replay? Of course commercials delay the game but we all realize they are a necessary evil.

I disagree with you that obviously correct calls should be reviewed. Only questionable calls should be reviewed. Reviewing correct calls unnecessarily delays the game game and effects flow.

Once you stop play why limit them to 60s? You might as well get it right at that point. It often takes longer than that to get the spot and down (PSU-LSU) right


You are complaining about all the delays yet you accept commercials as a necessary evil. Why not accept replay delays as a necessary evil too?

I'm not saying obviously correct calls should be reviewed. What I'm saying is that they are reviewed whether you or I like it or not.

Again, you are the one complaining about delays. What I'm suggesting is that as long as you have the delays, have them as short as possible. Most reviews could be done in 30 seconds or less. That obvious TD catch you cite is one of them. In the time that it took for that player to catch the ball and tOSU to snap the ball for the extra point, the replay officials could have looked at that - without notifying the referee - and agreed that it was a catch. Play wouldn't have had to be stopped and no one but the replay officials would have known that they reviewed the call.

[cincrazy]

Winning is better.

Great game for Pryor, and the offense.

I would stop short of saying the defense played a great game, they just kept Oregon in check, the praise goes to the Ohio State offense for sitting on the ball for 40+ minutes.

The defense was great. They allowed only 17 points, despite HORRENDOUS kick-off return coverage. Oregon had a short field to work with most of the game, and still couldn't get much of anything going.

[GAC]

I thought the replay review was a little over the top yesterday. Have some faith in your on-field crew. There was a sideline tightroping by an OSU guy (I forget who) and video replay showed the ref was very tightly focused on the sideline and in perfect position to make the call.

I agree that the officiating crew (off field) was reviewing some plays that just didn't need to be reviewed. And on the "tightrope" along the sideline by Faine there was a ref right there kneeling down and in perfect alignment with the line watching as he ran. He had the most perfect angle of anyone. Yet they review it? Assuming they were bored up there in the booth... or were getting phone calls from ESPN's Mark May that he stepped out of bounds. :lol:


He was very lucky in that throw to Ballard who made a heckuva catch.

When he threw that ball my brother and I thought he was throwing it away because he was under pressure. Don't know if that was a lucky desperation throw or what (looked like it to me).... but sure glad Ballard is one tall kid. ;)

[guttle11]

That fumble was karma you-know-what slapping Blount for his actions at the end of the Boise St game as well as Chip Kelly for suiting him up and putting him on the field.

Or Masoli put the ball in his chest and it bounced off the padding. Either way.

[GAC]

Mountain West.... 4-0 (1 remaining)
Big 12.... 4-2 (1 remaining)
Big East.... 4-2 (final)
SEC..... 5-4 (1 remaining)
Big 10.... 3-3 (1 remaining)
ACC.... 3-3 (1 remaining)
PAC-10 ..... 2-5 (final)

[Sea Ray]

You are complaining about all the delays yet you accept commercials as a necessary evil. Why not accept replay delays as a necessary evil too?

I'm not saying obviously correct calls should be reviewed. What I'm saying is that they are reviewed whether you or I like it or not.

Again, you are the one complaining about delays. What I'm suggesting is that as long as you have the delays, have them as short as possible. Most reviews could be done in 30 seconds or less. That obvious TD catch you cite is one of them. In the time that it took for that player to catch the ball and tOSU to snap the ball for the extra point, the replay officials could have looked at that - without notifying the referee - and agreed that it was a catch. Play wouldn't have had to be stopped and no one but the replay officials would have known that they reviewed the call.

I don't equate reviewing obvious plays and commercials as equally essential. I'm surprised you do.

You want replays as short as possible. I want the officials to show better judgement in which plays they halt play for in order to review. That's where we differ

[Chip R]

I don't equate reviewing obvious plays and commercials as equally essential. I'm surprised you do.

You want replays as short as possible. I want the officials to show better judgement in which plays they halt play for in order to review. That's where we differ

I think you're arguing with me just to argue with me. Take a reading class then get back to me.

[Sea Ray]

I think you're arguing with me just to argue with me. Take a reading class then get back to me.

I made my point very clearly. If you choose not to debate it further just don't post. Ordering someone to take a reading class doesn't advance the discussion. If I mis-stated your position, feel free to correct me.

[bucksfan2]

I don't equate reviewing obvious plays and commercials as equally essential. I'm surprised you do.

You want replays as short as possible. I want the officials to show better judgement in which plays they halt play for in order to review. That's where we differ

The replay in college football has gotten to a ridiculous point. The Saine TD didn't need to be reviewed because after seeing the play once you knew he was in bounds. No need to stop the game.

As for the Bucks...

Great game by Pryor. It was actually the type of breakout game I thought he would have earlier this season.

Tressel showed that he will step up the play calling when the offense is ready.

Brandon Saine needs to play more. Just don't understand why Boom gets so many carries.

They need someone to step up at WR next season.

Great catch by Ballard.

Huge effort by the D. Containing Massoli and the Ducks offense was quite impressive.

Really excited for next year's season. OSU should start in the top 3 and it could be another fun year as an OSU fan.