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Ohio State's Punting Woes Threaten National Championship Quest

10/15/2025

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Ryan Day, Ohio State's coach, says punting has become a concern as the team pursues a national championship.
Joe McGuire has averaged 40.9 yards per punt this season, while Nick McLarty has punted once.
Day acknowledged the need for improvement, saying, "We work at it a lot," and punting hasn't met expectations.
Special teams, especially punting and returns, are critical as the Buckeyes chase a national championship against tougher opponents.

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Ryan Day, Ohio State's coach, says punting has become a concern as the team pursues a national championship.
Joe McGuire has averaged 40.9 yards per punt this season, while Nick McLarty has punted once.
Day acknowledged the need for improvement, saying, "We work at it a lot," and punting hasn't met expectations.
Special teams, especially punting and returns, are critical as the Buckeyes chase a national championship against tougher opponents.