Ask the Oregon State football offensive coaches and players about facing No. 5 Ohio State’s defense and it’s obvious they understand just what they are up against in Saturday’s season opener. “Very impressed,” offensive coordinator Brian Lindgren said. “They are probably one of the best defenses I’ve ever seen on tape. They’re really active up front and they’ve got some first-round draft picks up front, talented secondary and the linebackers run and tackle.” While Lindgren’s assessment is true, it all starts with defensive lineman Nick Bosa, who is expected to be a top draft pick in April. Ohio State’s 6-foot-4, 263-pound junior had a team-high 8½ sacks for 61 yards and ended with 16 total tackles for loss. “They’ve got a lot of good guys,” offensive line coach Jim Michalczik said. “Nick’s a really complete player. When you watch guys, you look at their moves and how they rush the…
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