The offensive line is playing at a high level
Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses says he believes the offensive line has been the key to Trey Sermon and Ohio State's success in the running game. “Any great running back would say that.” pic.twitter.com/D0l9QybMye
— Dan Hope (@Dan_Hope) January 7, 2021
The big guys up front that protect quarterback Justin Fields and pave the way for the running backs were supposed to be a significant strength for this team. Things got out to a bit of a slow start for OSU standards, but boy has the offensive line been finding its groove at the best of times.
It’s going to be hard for any team to completely stop the Ohio State ground game with the holes being cleared for the running game, but it’s not just that. The pass protection — even against an aggressive Clemson unit — has improved and solid as of late.
This might be the best defensive line OSU has faced all year, but I’d be surprised if it manhandles the Buckeyes up front.