Second Half
Third Quarter: Not much goes on here. The Buckeyes have decided to continue playing field position. Troy is actually outgaining Ohio State in total yardage. They continue running screen plays that Ohio State can't seem to defend, too. Troy can't catch a break as they either stall out or turn the ball over on their drives.
Fourth Quarter: Ohio State survives this one thanks to its ability to once again come to life in the fourth quarter. Pryor throws two more touchdowns, and it is all but over for Troy. The crowd seems a little deflated again. It's a sad thing to look over and see Beanie Wells Still on the sidelines. Ohio State wins 28-10.
Final Thought: This was another sluggish performance that showcased Pryor's future star-power but did little to quell the ridicule from the rest of the college football nation. In Gainesville, Tim Tebow is probably relieved to know Beanie won't be challenging him for a Heisman this year.
Beanie's Comeback
By now you know that Beanie Wells suffered a foot injury WHILE OHIO STATE WAS UP 33-0 ON YOUNGSTOWN STATE IN GAME ONE. You also probably know that Jim Tressel hasn't released his top dog onto the field to do what he does best--pound the football at the opposition. Well, it just so happens that Beanie Wells is probable for the game against Minnesota. It remains to be seen if he'll play, and I wouldn't count on it. Tressel continues to toy with my emotions each and every week, and I can only imagine how Beanie feels after not being able to do what he loves for the last three weeks. And no, he still wouldn't have made a difference in the loss to USC--save the excuses for the cowards on the internet message boards.
Photo Credit: Jay Leprete, AP.
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