Land-Grant Holy Land - Ohio State vs. Wisconsin 2013: Live Updates Streamhttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/46551/lghl-fave.png2013-09-29T00:21:57-04:00http://www.landgrantholyland.com/rss/stream/45455292013-09-29T00:21:57-04:002013-09-29T00:21:57-04:00Christian Bryant needs surgery, out for 2013
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<p>Ohio State starting safety Christian Bryant left Saturday night's game with an ankle injury that head coach Urban Meyer says will require surgery and is likely out for the year.</p> <p>As Ohio State attempted to close out Wisconsin on the Badgers' final drive attempt of the game, the Buckeyes had a rule regarding injury stoppages in the final moments work against them.</p>
<p>On a 3rd-and-17 play with just 43 seconds to play, Wisconsin quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/132124/joel-stave">Joel Stave</a> dumped the ball off to James White. White made a move, before being taken down by a multitude of defenders, Bryant amongst them who made a diving attempt at the tackle.</p>
<p>While on the ground, it appeared as though Bryant had teammate (and fellow defensive back) <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/135099/doran-grant">Doran Grant</a> fly in and land on Bryant's ankle. Immediately afterwards, Bryant hobbled towards the sideline as though he instantly knew something was wrong. Bryant failed to even make it to the sideline and collapsed in pain, stopping the clock with 26 seconds to play and giving the Badgers a de facto timeout.</p>
<p>Bryant appeared to struggle on the ground before Ohio State trainers ran to his side. Per those in attendance, <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/Dan_Hope/status/384158734395510784">it looked as though Bryant was completely unable to put any pressure</a> on his leg as he walked towards the sideline.</p>
<p>Later, after the game, <a href="https://twitter.com/egoldie80/status/384166700239036416" target="_blank">Bryant left the stadium in an ambulance</a> and Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer told the media that <a href="https://twitter.com/andrewjholleran/status/384167195023908865" target="_blank">Meyer had an ankle injury that will require surgery</a>. He's expected to miss the remainder of 2013. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/132063/ron-tanner">Ron Tanner</a> had been behind Bryant on the depth chart in recent weeks though it's also possible Corey "Pittsburgh" Brown will see action filling in his for Bryant. Freshman Vonn Bell might also draw consideration.</p>
<p>In 2010, the then freshman <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/114076/christian-bryant">Christian Bryant</a> had surgery on his right foot following an injury he suffered in the lead up to that season's Wisconsin game. Bryant attempted to play through the injury, but that ultimately only made things worse and led to a week's stay in the hospital.</p>
<p>Here was the play that sidelined Bryant and ultimately forced him out of yesterday evening's game:</p>
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https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/29/4782028/christian-bryant-injury-broken-ankle-surgery-out-for-the-yearLuke Zimmermann2013-09-28T23:34:07-04:002013-09-28T23:34:07-04:00All the GIFs you need from Ohio State-Wisconsin
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<p>Relive Ohio State's thrilling win over Wisconsin in all the animated GIFs you could possibly need.</p> <p>Ohio State and Wisconsin looked every bit the heavyweight fight in the early goings – but then the Buckeyes broke open a big lead.</p>
<p>Behind a game changing bomb touchdown in the waining seconds of the first half from Braxton Miller to Corey "Philly" Brown, Ohio State turned a close nail biter into a more one sided contest. Of course Wisconsin didn't go away easily. The Badgers punched back and made things a 7-point affair, but ultimately the Buckeyes were just too much as they moved into the driver's seat in the Big Ten Leaders division title race.</p>
<p>Braxton Miller was dynamic in his return, completing 17 of 25 passes for 198 yards and 4 touchdowns. Miller also toted the rock 22 times for 83 yards (including a dynamic 14 yarder to set Ohio State's all-time rushing record from the quarterback position). Carlos Hyde, who was much sharper in the first half for the Buckeyes, added 85 yards on 17 carries in the win.</p>
<p>Let's take a look back at some of the biggest plays in this one including some of Miller's best moments as well as Dontre Wilson showing flashes of what's to come.</p>
<p>No better way to start things than with the incomparable Script O from the one, the only The Best Damn Band in the Land:</p>
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<p>I think it's safe to say that Braxton Miller is healthy, no?</p>
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<p>Andrew Norwell found himself in Urban Meyer's doghouse early following a couple of false starts. You don't want to be in Urban Meyer's doghouse.</p>
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<p>Braxton and Devin Smith, just like old times.</p>
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<p>The play of the game. Miller finds Philly Brown on a last second bomb which changed the entire complexion of the game.</p>
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<p>This wasn't a catch, but man, how pretty. Brilliant effort by Evan Spencer here.</p>
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<p>Braxton Miller throws a filthy block as Dontre Wilson gets us excited about the future of Ohio State football.</p>
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<p>This was equal parts skillful and kind of dumb, but hey, it worked. #GoBucks</p>
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<p>After some extremely poor coverage against Jared Abbrederis early and often, Bradley Roby redeems himself a bit. BONUS: Kerry Coombs lulz.</p>
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<p>Curtis Grant a huge play before the pick (and subsequent TD). The biggest play of his 2013 certainly.</p>
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<p>And for good measure, Brutus Buckeye ladies & gentlemen.</p>
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https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/28/4781930/ohio-state-wisconsin-2013-recap-in-gifsLuke Zimmermann2013-09-28T23:33:29-04:002013-09-28T23:33:29-04:00Ohio State outlasts Wisconsin, 31-24
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<p>In a three-act play, the Buckeyes held on late to move to 5-0 (1-0 in conference play), and extend their nation's longest winning streak to 17.</p> <p>In <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/132058/braxton-miller">Braxton Miller's</a> first start after missing 11 quarters due to an injury, the Ohio State quarterback didn't look rusty at all. The offense was firing on all cylinders, for the most part, and while the Buckeyes secondary struggled a bit at times against Wisconsin receiver <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/77770/jared-abbrederis">Jared Abbrederis</a>, the defense was excellent throughout in containing Wisconsin's formidable ground game.</p>
<p>Ohio State won the toss, but deferred, and the defense held Wisconsin to a three and out on their first offensive series. The Buckeyes quickly scored on their first possession of the game, driving 55 yards in four plays for a touchdown. The Badgers would answer midway through the first quarter, on a drive that started from their own 10 yard line. Wisconsin quarterback <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/132124/joel-stave">Joel Stave</a> was able to ignite the Badgers passing game, which allowed the Badgers to also get the ground game going after two consecutive three-and outs. The Badgers moved the ball 90 yards in eight plays, and tied the game 7-7. The Buckeyes responded on their next possession, with <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/114089/carlos-hyde">Carlos Hyde</a> moving the ball efficiently on the ground, and Braxton Miller connecting with Corey "Philly" Brown on back-to-back seven-yard completions, and then a 21-yard first down catch by <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/204195/dontre-wilson">Dontre Wilson</a> to set up the 26-yard touchdown pass to Devin Smith, putting the Buckeyes up by one score, 14-7.</p>
<p>Joel Stave ended the first quarter with a spectacular 64-yard pass to Jared Abbrederis, but the Buckeyes defense came up with a huge stop in the red zone, holding the Badgers to a 32-yard field goal attempt, which kicker <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/114199/kyle-french">Kyle French</a> missed. After scoreless offensive series from both the Buckeyes and the Badgers, Philly Brown returned a Wisconsin punt six yards to the Wisconsin 47 yard line, and that commenced a drive that would culminate in a field goal for the Buckeyes, giving them a 17-7 lead over the Badgers. Wisconsin would answer quickly, and primarily through the air--on their next possession, the Badgers drove 76 yards in 7 plays for a touchdown, with just four yards coming from two <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/135206/melvin-gordon">Melvin Gordon</a> rushing attempts. Stave's touchdown pass to tight end <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/135218/sam-arneson">Sam Arneson</a> narrowed the Buckeyes' lead to 17-14. Not to be outdone, with 1:30 left in the first half, Braxton Miller led the Buckeyes down the field to extend their lead to 24-14 with a beautiful deep throw to Philly Brown for the touchdown.</p>
<p>The Buckeyes extended their lead late in the third quarter, after a couple of big defensive plays against Wisconsin--a Curtis Grant sack of Joel Stave, and then a huge <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/114087/bradley-roby">Bradley Roby</a> interception that gave the Buckeyes offense the ball on the Wisconsin 32 yard line. On third-and-goal from the Wisconsin one yard line, Braxton Miller connected with Philly Brown to put the Buckeyes up 31-14 on the Badgers.</p>
<p>Drew Basil's kickoff resulted in a touchback, so the Badgers took over on their own 25 yard line. They moved the ball efficiently, primarily on the ground, helped along by a pass interference penalty and a holding penalty against Bradley Roby. The drive culminated in a touchdown, narrowing Ohio State's lead to 31-21.</p>
<p>The Buckeyes didn't do anything productive with their next drive, getting to the Wisconsin 28 yard line, but surrendering a sack on Braxton Miller that resulted in a loss of 7 yards on 3rd down, forcing the Buckeyes to force a delay of game penalty to give them a better position to punt. They pinned the Badgers deep in their own territory, and the defense held, forcing a three-and-out. The Buckeyes responded with their own three-and-out, and punted when faced with a 4th-and-1 from their own 45 yard line.</p>
<p>The Badgers drove down the field on the following possession, moving the ball exclusively through the air, and putting kicker Kyle French in position to kick a 42-yard field goal to bring the Badgers within one score of the Buckeyes, 31-24.</p>
<p>The Badgers attempted an on-side kick, but it was knocked out of bounds by Bradley Roby before the Badgers could recover it, giving the Buckeyes the ball on their own 34 yard line. With 2:05 left on the clock to begin the possession, the Buckeyes called three running plays in a row to take time off the clock, and Wisconsin burned their three timeouts in between each down. Ohio State did not convert the first down, and was forced to punt. Wisconsin would get the ball back, down by seven with 1:29 remaining.</p>
<p>Wisconsin's first down play was an incomplete pass to wide receiver <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/160203/alex-erickson">Alex Erickson</a>, that was very nearly picked off by Ohio State. The second down play was a completed pass to running back James White. Ohio State's Ryan Shazier forced a fumble to end the play, although it was recovered by White. On third down, with 17 yards to go, Stave completed a 13-yard pass to White, but on fourth down, Stave's pass to wide receiver <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/77771/jeff-duckworth">Jeff Duckworth</a> was incomplete, securing a Buckeye victory.</p>
<p>Braxton Miller finished the day 17/25 for 199 yards and four passing touchdowns, and also rushed for 83 yards on 22 carries, becoming Ohio State's all-time leading rushing quarterback in the process. Carlos Hyde had a strong showing, with 85 yards on 17 carries. Philly Brown had 85 yards and two touchdowns on eight receptions, and Devin Smith and <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/135101/evan-spencer">Evan Spencer</a> both added receiving touchdowns. Ohio State's defense was excellent against Wisconsin's ground attack, holding Melvin Gordon and James White to a total of 105 yards.</p>
<p>The victory unfolded in front of 105,825 fans in Ohio Stadium, the third-largest crowd in Ohio State football history, and extends Ohio State's impressive winning streak to 17 consecutive games. Despite the big win, the narrative is likely to focus on the negatives ranging from Bradley Roby's inability to contain Abbrederis to some of the more tepid play calling that monopolized the later portions of the game. Still, this is the sort of game that divorced from in-the-moment emotion remains a sizable win for the Buckeyes and keeps Ohio State well positioned for long term success on the season.</p>
<p>Of course the one lingering concern during the post game was <a href="http://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/29/4782028/christian-bryant-injury-broken-ankle-surgery-out-for-the-year" target="_blank">the loss of senior safety Christian Bryant</a>. Maybe even more so than the on the field contributions (which were plentiful), Bryant was the emotional and often vocal leader of the secondary (and defense as a large). On a defensive unit devoid of a wealth of those types, Bryant's loss is sizable.</p>
<p>The challenge now for Kerry Coombs, Luke Fickell, and Meyer is to put the next man up in the best possible position to be successful. Though it's unfair in many ways Bryant won't take the field as a Buckeye again, at 5-0, this team remains in line to still potentially achieve their lofty goals. The time to dwell on a rather big win is short, with #17 Northwestern (and <a href="http://www.sippinonpurple.com/2013/9/28/4779818/northwestern-vs-ohio-state-college-gameday-coming-to-evanston" target="_blank">College GameDay</a>) less than a week away already.</p>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/28/4781918/ohio-state-vs-wisconsin-final-score-buckeyes-outlast-badgers-31-24Jeanna.Kelley2013-09-28T22:43:49-04:002013-09-28T22:43:49-04:00Ohio State vs. Wisconsin: After 3, OSU leads 31-14
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<p>After both defenses refused to allow a score, Braxton Miller and Philly Brown were able to break through, hooking up for a late third quarter score. </p> <p>Ohio State received the kickoff to begin the third quarter and looked to add to their lead against the Badgers. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/132058/braxton-miller">Braxton Miller</a> and Philly Brown hooked up back to back on quick hitches for a first down. Carlos Hyde would provide 4 more yards and after a short option keeper, Ohio State would face 3rd and 2, where Hyde again powered his way for another first down. Miller would keep the ball on the next two plays, resulting in the Buckeyes pushing into Wisconsin territory. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/135101/evan-spencer">Evan Spencer</a> would narrowly drop a deep pass on a great play-action by <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/204195/dontre-wilson">Dontre Wilson</a> as he juggled it, but the replay showed the ball hitting the ground. On 2nd and 10, Miller would run the draw, but fall short of the first down. With 3rd and 6 coming up, Devin Smith would drop a perfectly thrown ball by Miller, and the Buckeyes would have to punt. <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/204263/cameron-johnston">Cameron Johnston</a> would pin the Badgers inside their own 10-yard line for the second time in the game.</p>
<p>The Badgers started the drive with their backs against the wall, and would hand it off to <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/135206/melvin-gordon">Melvin Gordon</a> for a 3 yard gain. A false start on the next play put Wisconsin at 2nd and 11, with Gordon getting another carry. Gordon came up short, bringing up 3rd and 6 as Stave escaped some of the pressure from Michael Bennett but was only able to scramble for 3 yards, forcing Wisconsin to punt it away. Philly Brown would call for the fair catch, bringing the Buckeyes inside Wisconsin's territory.</p>
<p>Braxton Miller and the offense started off the drive with great field position and after two runs, quickly faced a 3rd and 4. Braxton would try to shake a Wisconsin defender but ended up a yard short of the first down. Coach Meyer elected to go for it, but <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/114089/carlos-hyde">Carlos Hyde's</a> rush wouldn't be able to push through the line, giving the ball to the Badgers.</p>
<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/132124/joel-stave">Joel Stave</a> was sacked on the first play following the big stop by the Badgers defense, and was pushed back 9 yards for 2nd and 19. Stave was put under pressure again, and the Buckeye defense forced a bad throw, as <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/114087/bradley-roby">Bradley Roby</a> came up with his first interception of the game.</p>
<p>Dontre Wilson got the handoff on the first play following the Roby interception and reversed field as he broke through an arm tackle for a 15-yard scamper highlighted by an excellent block from his quarterback, Braxton Miller. A few plays later, Miller connected with Devin Smith on a leaping grab, setting up first and goal for Ohio State. Miller would roll to the left and decide to tuck it and run, and would come up a yard short. On second and goal, Hyde was met at the line by <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/players/77781/chris-borland">Chris Borland</a> for no gain to bring up third and goal. Braxton ended any hope of a stop with a great play-action fake to Hyde and threw an easy touchdown to Philly Brown to extend the Buckeyes' lead 31-14.</p>
<p>Wisconsin would start the ensuing possession with a pass interference call going against Roby, and would try to get some momentum going on offense. With time waning in the third quarter, the Badgers would continue to ride Melvin Gordon to another first down. Stave would then try to go with a play-action throw, but would come up with a lame duck.</p>
<p><b>Key Stats:</b></p>
<p>Braxton Miller: 15/23, 186 yards, 4 touchdowns and 15 carries, 69 yards</p>
<p>Carlos Hyde: 13 carries, 72 yards and 1 reception, 4 yards</p>
<p>Dontre Wilson: 2 carries, 21 yards and 1 reception, 21 yards</p>
<p>Philly Brown: 8 receptions, 85 yards, 2 touchdowns</p>
<p>Evan Spencer: 1 reception, 25 yards, 1 touchdown</p>
<p>Devin Smith: 3 receptions, 42 yards, 1 touchdown</p>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/28/4781774/ohio-state-vs-wisconsin-score-update-philly-browns-second-touchdownIan Cuevas2013-09-28T22:42:12-04:002013-09-28T22:42:12-04:00#WelcomeTo2013 Ohio State LB Curtis Grant<img src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/m2ESSwFrNldEiSTarELVKBI2TDY=/410x410/cdn.vox-cdn.com/fan_shot_images/306297/aVmvdcy.gif" />
<div class="source source-img"><p><p>Grant sets things off for the Ohio State D.</p></p></div>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/28/4781910/welcometo2013-ohio-state-lb-curtis-grantLuke Zimmermann2013-09-28T22:39:24-04:002013-09-28T22:39:24-04:00Ohio State DB Bradley Roby redeems himself against Wisconsin<img src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/4XJGczlC1pymCYYmTz4zW9P-OTQ=/410x410/cdn.vox-cdn.com/fan_shot_images/306291/HMaqOxZ.gif" />
<div class="source source-img"><p><p>Huge jumping off point for Ohio State.</p></p></div>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/28/4781892/ohio-state-db-bradley-roby-redeems-himself-against-wisconsinLuke Zimmermann2013-09-28T22:35:27-04:002013-09-28T22:35:27-04:00Braxton Miller proves it's better to be lucky AND good<img src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/wTc2xm80GEhKYuqYBrykVS8wz6Q=/410x410/cdn.vox-cdn.com/fan_shot_images/306285/xKcmij1.gif" />
<div class="source source-img"><p><p>Could've been disastrous.</p></p></div>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/28/4781884/braxton-miller-proves-its-better-to-be-lucky-and-goodLuke Zimmermann2013-09-28T22:32:02-04:002013-09-28T22:32:02-04:00Dontre Wilson scurries, Braxton Miller throws a block<img src="https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/KI0j2a7sza_d7lSX9TPWhUSUhdU=/410x410/cdn.vox-cdn.com/fan_shot_images/306279/wZGltrs.gif" />
<div class="source source-img"><p><p>Woah there, Brax. #1 is going to be special to boot.</p></p></div>
https://www.landgrantholyland.com/2013/9/28/4781872/dontre-wilson-scurries-braxton-miller-throws-a-blockLuke Zimmermann