Five reasons Ohio State beats Tulsa big on Saturday

We provide five reasons why the Buckeyes will bounce back against Tulsa in a big way Saturday afternoon.

The Tulsa D-Line won’t hold up

Tulsa Golden Hurricane defensive lineman Jaxon Player (90), left, and Tulsa Golden Hurricane safety Cristian Williams (3) celebrate a fumble recovery in the second quarter during the American Athletic Conference football championship game, Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

The Tulsa defensive line was viewed as a strength heading into the season with four players rotating in the front three with 2020 starting experience. But they have been underwhelming. The total defense is ranked No. 72 in the nation, and aside from Jaxon Player, who is a very good player, there is not much left. Tyarise Stevenson weights over 350 pounds and is a double team eater in the AAC, but the interior of the offensive line should be able to handle him.

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