COLUMBUS, Ohio —Ohio State football saw in the 2021 Rose Bowl that forcing young prospects into the lineup can work in one’s favor. Should that affect how the Buckeyes approach the Cotton Bowl against Missouri on Dec. 29? Without a national championship on the line, would the prudent move be to play younger players over veterans? This question came in from a Buckeye Talk Subtext subscriber prior to conference championship weekend. Yet it remains relevant as we watch the roster turn over in real time on a daily basis. Hey, Nathan: If we do go to a New Year’s Six bowl, should we look at this as more of another opportunity to evaluate future talent under live fire conditions, much like Marvin Harrison Jr. against Utah?” — Brandon from the Desert Hey, Brandon: Obviously one big piece of your question has been answered. I’ll be with Ohio State…
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