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08-21-2006, 02:54 PM
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CFN's Offensive Unit Rankings
I didn't see this anywhere else... CFN has rated our offense as #1 overall.
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Overall Offense - #1
1. Ohio State
Good-bye Tressel ball, and hello Tressel ball with a kick. QB Troy Smith should make the spread offense sing making big play after big play with his legs as well as his arm. The receivers are big, fast, and talented with Ted Ginn Jr. appearing to be ready to blossom into a superstar wideout. The backfield is full of talent with star freshman Chris Wells ready to push possible All-Big Ten runner Antonio Pittman. The line might be the best in the Jim Tressel's six years in Columbus with a world of talent, especially at tackle.
Quarterbacks - #3
3. Ohio State
Troy Smith will forever have a place in the hearts of Buckeye fans for his performances against Michigan over the last two seasons, and now he has to lead the potent offense to a national title level. Knowing the offense, he'll put up huge numbers as both a runner and passer. Justin Zwick could start and keep the offense humming. While he doesn't have too much mobility, he's arm is strong enough to keep the passing attack moving. Todd Boeckman and Robbie Schoenhoft are nice reserves who'll need time to be groomed for next year's battle for the starting job.
Running Backs - #19
Wide Receivers - #12
Offensive Line - #2
2. Ohio State
It's amazing the Buckeyes have had the success they've had over the last few seasons without the benefit of a killer offensive line. Despite struggling at times this spring, this year's group has the potential to be the best by far in the Jim Tressel era if all the parts play as well as expected. Alex Boone is an All-American waiting to happen at left tackle, while Kirk Barton is on the verge of All-Big Ten stardom on the other side. There's a little bit of movement to get the best players on the field with starting tackle Doug Datish taking over at center to get Boone on the field. The depth is big and athletic with enough options to play around with several different combinations.
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CFN's "cover page" has a closeup picture of Ginn running with the ball, I'd assume for a touchdown. 
EDIT: Added Ginn picture
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08-21-2006, 03:03 PM
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It'll be interesting to watch CFN and others change their tune as the season goes along on how are backs are rated... I'm sure once Pittman starts averaging 125+ yards a game they'll be all over it like bread on butter. |
08-21-2006, 04:34 PM
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That was something that puzzled me as well.. how are OSU's RB's only 19th? They have a returning 1300 yd. rusher and the #1 RB in the class of 2006. I don't understand. |
08-21-2006, 04:37 PM
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That was something that puzzled me as well.. how are OSU's RB's only 19th? They have a returning 1300 yd. rusher and the #1 RB in the class of 2006. I don't understand. |
It's simple... Pittman is underrated. I think this is on account of his "quiet" first 7 or 8 games (that is, games without a TD, regardless of yards).
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08-21-2006, 04:47 PM
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Aside from the rating of the running backs, this list is pretty accurate, although I might bump the wide receivers up around 10. Hopefully Pittman can make a statement in the first couple weeks of the season and show the nation he is a solid back.
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08-21-2006, 05:07 PM
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I'd be fine with number 19 if the teams ranked ahead were clearly better...but you've got Navy, Northwestern, Tennessee, Iowa and others ahead of the Bucks.
Offensive Line at #2 is probably too high, but it has that potential. WR's at 12 is about right.
It's all good though. The bottom line is that this is THE year in which the offense will be expected to carry the team, as opposed to the defense and special teams. Expectations are high...let's hope they fulfill them!  | |
