Alabama playing a backup center could spell doom against Garrett and Togiai
Tommy Togiai was the best defender on the field last night for @OhioStateFB – as he's been all season long
🔸Quick Off Ball + Stout + Active
Remember, he only played 7 snaps in the 2019 game vs Clemson. Togiai set the tone & dominated inside last night, 49 quality snaps! pic.twitter.com/Opsm9Wat1N
— Ben Fennell (@BenFennell_NFL) January 2, 2021
With Alabama playing backup center Chris Owens, it could be time for Tommy Togiai and Haskell Garrett to feast up this middle. That is, of course, as long as both are available. If they are, should both of the defensive tackles get through Owens consistently, it will cause problems for Alabama quarterback Mac Jones. Jones is less of a mobile quarterback than Trevor Lawrence, and while he does well to take a hit and make a throw, his ability to escape is not where Lawrence’s is.
This matchup could be the biggest key to the game no matter who is playing for the Buckeyes. Alabama has a great offense, but getting to Jones will have a huge impact on OSU’s ability to win the game. OSU should be able to mix in some blitz packages that help take advantage of the backup center.
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