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Ohio State Defense Poised for Dominance This Season

10/22/2025

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Ohio State's defense has allowed 5.9 points per game this season, indicating a strong starting point.
Defensive coordinator Matt Patricia may grant defensive end Kenyatta Jackson more freedom to rush the passer, per Buckeye Talk.
The nickel position competition between Lorenzo Styles and Jermaine Mathews underscores depth, with Mathews showing turnover potential.
These adjustments could make Ohio State's defense even more formidable as the season progresses.

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Story summary

Ohio State's defense has allowed 5.9 points per game this season, indicating a strong starting point.
Defensive coordinator Matt Patricia may grant defensive end Kenyatta Jackson more freedom to rush the passer, per Buckeye Talk.
The nickel position competition between Lorenzo Styles and Jermaine Mathews underscores depth, with Mathews showing turnover potential.
These adjustments could make Ohio State's defense even more formidable as the season progresses.