The difference being at QB. Sam Hartman is much better than Ron Powlus, Brady Quinn, or Buckner.
Hartman's career stats are very impressive: 60% completion percentage, 14,000+ yards, 123 pass TDs and 43 ints. 800+ rushing yards and 19 career rushing TDs. The guy is an excellent college QB.
For Ohio State to win this game on Saturday, imo, Ohio States Defensive front 7 is going to have to play up to their potential. Jack Sawyer, let's have your breakout game. Tyleke, you ate against Western Kentucky for the cameras, now do it again.
I'm far from overwhelmingly confident the Buckeyes will win, because t's the first time I recall Notre Dame having the better player at QB in the matchup.
Fingers crossed, Go Bucks!