Ohio State dropped to No. 2 in this week's playoff rankings, but the Buckeyes still have chances to boost their resume that could keep them in the running for the No. 1 seed.
Ohio State is once again getting in on a QB early, offering star freshman Malachi Nelson out of California, while No. 1 CB Tony Grimes' OSU visit may be on hold.
A total of 86 players, the second-highest total of the year, saw the field for the Buckeyes in Ohio State's 73-14 demolishment of Maryland on Saturday.
Ryan Day, Kevin Wilson, Chris Chugunov, Davon Hamilton, Jeff Okudah and Josh Myers are meeting with the media at Ohio State's Rutgers week press conference.
Ohio State's wide receiver room will be loaded for the foreseeable future, and that includes Jayden Ballard, whose electric plays provide a glimpse of his ceiling.
Justin Hilliard has already submitted a petition to the NCAA for a sixth year of eligibility due to his injuries, and he's not sure but will "probably" return if it's approved.