Ohio State vs. Florida: BCS Championship Game Preview
Three things to watch in tonight’s matchup:
1. The Sideline. Both Ohio State’s Jim Tressel and Florida’s Urban Meyer have adopted wide-open attacks, but while this fits Meyer’s style of play, Tressel has had to adapt to the talent on the field. Both coaches will have a few tricks up the sleeve as they’ve had quite a bit of time to prepare, but Tressel’s defensive game plan against Meyer’s attacking style offense will make or break the Buckeyes.
2. The Pocket. Baring injury, Troy Smith will be the only Buckeye lining up behind center tonight for Ohio State. Florida, on the other hand, will use a mix of Chris Leak and Tim Tebow to confuse the defense and exploit mismatches. Smith’s Heisman Trophy indicates superiority, but the two quarterbacks from Gainesville can get after it as well. Expect points to be scored.
3. The Secondary. Florida claims Ohio State has yet to see speed like the Gators. I’m sure no one in the SEC has jets like Ted Ginn, Jr. Both defensive backfields will be tested and the one that best handles the pressure may just win the title.
Prediction: Ohio State 32, Florida 24.
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