Bowling Green (10-4 last season) at No. 6 Ohio State (12-1), noon (BTN) Line: Ohio State by 28. Series Record: Ohio State leads 4-0. WHAT’S AT STAKE Ohio State gets to test its 16 new starters in a tuneup game against the in-state Mid-American Conference opponent that won its conference last year. Having knocked off two Big Ten teams last year, the Falcons would like a good showing against the Buckeyes in the first game for new coach Mike Jinks. KEY MATCHUP Bowling Green’s seasoned offensive line vs. Ohio State’s retooled defensive front. With three new starters and a lack of depth, the Buckeyes’ defensive line must overcome a BG line that is the most experienced in the country to get at QB James Knapke. PLAYERS TO WATCH Bowling Green: RB Fred Coppet. He’ll start after running for 825 yards and scoring five touchdowns in a backup role last year. Ohio State: H-back Curtis Samuel. One of the Buckeyes most experienced receivers also is expected line up as a tailback to help bolster the running game. Coaches would like him to touch the ball 10 to 15 times. FACTS & FIGURES Ohio State coach Urban Meyer began his head coaching…
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