PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Ohio State football coach Ryan Day said he doesn’t know how long his defense will need to play without both cornerback Denzel Burke and safety Lathan Ransom. Neither made the trip for a 35-16 victory at Rutgers on Saturday. By the end of the game, the defense that has led the Buckeyes to No. 1 in the first College Football Playoff rankings reveal had more injury concerns on defense. First, the good news. Safety Josh Proctor said “my head was ringing” after the third-quarter pass breakup that Josh Hancock turned into a 93-yard interception return touchdown. However, he also said he was frustrated when he tried to talk his way back onto the field and was rebuffed. He spent the second half without his helmet, which is common for players who sustain potential head injuries. Being allowed to talk to reporters immediately after the game,…
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