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Ohio State Coaches Reassess Secondary Ahead of Season Opener

8/22/2025

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Ohio State's secondary coaches are evaluating player placements following the loss of key defenders from the 2024 championship team.
Senior Davison Igbinosun and All-American Caleb Downs, a natural leader, are returning.
Coaches stress the importance of competition and adaptability, with Downs able to play various safety positions.
The team plans to finalize player roles as training camp advances before the season opener against Texas on August 30.

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Story summary

Ohio State's secondary coaches are evaluating player placements following the loss of key defenders from the 2024 championship team.
Senior Davison Igbinosun and All-American Caleb Downs, a natural leader, are returning.
Coaches stress the importance of competition and adaptability, with Downs able to play various safety positions.
The team plans to finalize player roles as training camp advances before the season opener against Texas on August 30.