Ohio State (Sort of) Rebounds Against Troy (In-Game Analysis)

Terrelle Pryor passed for four touchdowns in Ohio State's sloppy win against Troy Sept. 20.  I attended this game, and I have thoughts on it, as usual.  I didn't do USC analysis because I felt the loss and power of USC spoke for themselves.  Anyhow, Pryor set a freshman record in the Buckeyes' 28-10 victory of Troy, and he looks to be the real deal.  So, without delay, I bring you my analysis:

First Half

First Quarter:  Immediately, I'm pleasantly surprised to see Pryor start.  The Buckeyes took the ball to start the game which is no surprise considering they need to make a statement.  They've actually looked a little sluggish to start, and are missing key assignments.  Still, nice opening scoring drive for Pryor.  The crowd begins to grow impatient, though, and the boo birds ring down when Todd Boeckman takes a snap and completely underthrows his receiver.  Troy gets the ball and marches to a field goal right after this.  After an Ohio State punt, Coleman intercepts Troy's pass.  The crowd loudly boos as Brian Robiske fails to make a sure touchdown catch and the Buckeyes punt.  Brian should have used two hands instead of his half-hearted attempt with one hand.

Second Quarter: Ohio State scores, but it appears Troy has Ohio State on its heels as the Buckeyes allow a Troy TD after three missed tackles.  Nothing much really happens in this quarter except for the fact that Boeckman makes his final appearance of the game and is greeted with more boos.  The lowest crowd in six years at Ohio Stadium is clearly annoyed and angry with the team right now.  Tressel ends the half by calling a questionable timeout with one second left and having a Pryor heave picked off in the end zone.