Five-star freshman defensive end J.T. Tuimoloau is making his first career start against Akron with Tyreke Smith, Javontae Jean-Baptiste and Tyler Friday all sidelined.

Zach Harrison, Tony Alford and Ryan Day took the mic at Skull Session Saturday, and admitted that the Buckeye standard has not been met by the 2021 team so far.

J.T. Tuimoloau, Jack Sawyer and Tyleik Williams are all likely to see a lot of playing time against Akron with Tyreke Smith, Javontae Jean-Baptiste and Taron Vincent unavailable.

We share our final thoughts, questions and predictions entering Ohio State's non-conference finale against Akron on Saturday night, which will feature a new Buckeye quarterback.

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