October 20, 2024

Football Four: With clarity coming, Ohio State takes over the top seed


CLOSE Even as Ohio State rolled through the early part of the season, it was hard to get an accurate gauge on what we were seeing. The Buckeyes looked dominant, yes, but the competition in their first five games was less than stellar. A date with Michigan State promised a challenge and provided some clarity: Yup, what we saw was real. Ohio State is real good, y’all.  In the words of selection committee chairmen past, the Buckeyes look complete: powerful offense, dominant defense combining to overwhelm opponents. It’s why they ascend to the top seed in this week’s edition of the Football Four. Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, is tackled by Michigan State defensive lineman Jacub Panasiuk, left, and defensive back Josiah Scott during the second half at Ohio Stadium.  (Photo: Jay LaPrete, AP) The rest of the bracket? Alabama is similarly difficult to assess – and no fair just saying…

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