November 15, 2024

Why Garrett Wilson’s breakaway sweep at Penn State makes Ohio State’s offense even more dangerous


COLUMBUS, Ohio — In the open field, Garrett Wilson’s 62-yard run on the opening snap of last Saturday’s victory affirmed his explosive potential in Ohio State football’s already eruptive offense. Wind it back to the snap, and you’ll see the breakaway run on a jet sweep had as much to do with execution and shrewd play design as Wilson’s athletic talent. The combination of all of those factors makes Ohio State’s offense as impressive as any in the country. When Justin Fields walked under center, Wilson was split near right, with tight ends Jeremy Ruckert and Luke Farrell paired next to him at the end of the line. Prior to the snap, both tight ends shift to the other side of the line, and Penn State’s linebackers shift slightly as well. At the snap, Fields uses his right hand to hand off to the sprinting-by Wilson while using his left…

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