The Drought is Over
Caleb Downs scores Ohio State’s first punt return touchdown since 2014.
It's becoming increasingly clear that Dwayne Haskins is maybe the most important player in all of college football. With him, Ohio State is a decisive pass-first quick-strike pure rock fury of a team that absolutely can win a national championship. Without him, they're... good. Really good, even. But not badass.
Ive been struggling w the same line of thought bro...he might be. https://t.co/tKnvd6TmZs
— JAY RICHARDSON (@JayRichardson99) September 22, 2018
See, I agree with this, and I was a student at Ohio State from 2003 through 2008 (Master's included, put some respect on my name please and thank you) and I saw Troy Smith light up opposing teams in person, so, so many times. The peak of his powers came in the Michigan game in 2006, where I had reached utter confidence in his ability to convert third downs with anywhere from one to 20 yards to go.
Doesn't matter. Dwayne is the best passer I've ever seen. He doesn't have the resume, yet, but it's becoming increasingly obvious that Ohio State has an NFL quarterback under center because his mechanics, velocity, and accuracy (a season completion percentage of over 75% so far, and it should be noted that Troy Smith did that in a single game... once. Ever.).
Anyway, the other thing that makes Dwayne great is his ability to make everyone around him look awesome and score touchdowns, which makes them happy, which makes them want to post on social media, which makes me happy.
Social reactions!
THE PLAYERS
You know it https://t.co/506MJGxT2D
— Parris Campbell (@PCampbell21) September 23, 2018
Gods plan. We gotta keep winning these games first https://t.co/8A2KbcIcro
— Dwayne Haskins, Jr (@dh_simba7) September 23, 2018
Appreciate it big bro! You know how we do it! #330 https://t.co/eWjGIMa2Pe
— Parris Campbell (@PCampbell21) September 22, 2018
Thank you Lord!
— Demetrius Knox (@Meech_Dream14) September 23, 2018
To be honest, doing this makes me happier than scoring pic.twitter.com/Rqpg4cFPpV
— Terry McLaurin (@TheTerry_25) September 23, 2018
Outkicking my coverage pic.twitter.com/LIv4irmhsL
— Liam McCullough (@LiamMcCullough2) September 23, 2018
THE ALUMNI
The Buckeye offense have been putting up video game numbers. Regardless of the opponent guys are making their plays. Only to set up more down the road. #GoBucks
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) September 23, 2018
Were dominating a lesser opponent..but our RUN Defense is still Shaky. Gotta get better on that side of the ball.
— JAY RICHARDSON (@JayRichardson99) September 22, 2018
Jeffrey !! sick thats coming back that was too smooth @jokudah_ gotta get another
— Eli Apple (@EliApple13) September 22, 2018
Barbecue and Ohio State Football. Great combination!
— Dennis Hopson (@DennisHopson) September 22, 2018
7 for heisman
— jake stoneburner (@jake_STONEYY) September 22, 2018
THIS WAS FROM LAST WEEK BUT I JUST SAW IT AND I'LL BE DAMNED IF I DON'T INCLUDE IT
Baskin Robbins? Nah, Haskins Dobbins
— Kannon (@KannonMic) September 16, 2018
THE REST
It me, the guy getting dirty looks from the brides grandmother as I step outside this wedding reception to stream the Ohio State game on my phone since the reception is better outdoors
— Eric Seger (@EricSeger33) September 22, 2018
Ohio State tailgate with that Tulane vibe pic.twitter.com/tUERA4WdgC
— Doug Lesmerises (@DougLesmerises) September 22, 2018
It was wonderful to be honored on the field at Ohio Stadium for the Alumni Award for Distinguished Teaching at The Ohio State University. Go Bucks! pic.twitter.com/FMhYNz4mGm
— Brad Okdie (@bradleyokdie) September 23, 2018
So @dh_simba7 now has three 300-plus yard passing games this season and he has moved into a tie for third-place at Ohio State for CAREER 300-yard passing games with three. Joe Germaine & J.T. Barrett share the mark: 8.
— Jerry Emig (@BuckeyeNotes) September 22, 2018
One of the coolest things you'll see all year.
— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) September 22, 2018
100-year-old WWII veteran Anthony Violi dotted the Script Ohio "i" for @TBDBITL on Saturday. When he joined the band in the 1930s, the tradition was only a year old. pic.twitter.com/nHMusxz747
Dwayne Haskins postgame tee is incredible. pic.twitter.com/DPGqjktJft
— Eleven Warriors (@11W) September 22, 2018
I didnt know @OrlandoPace_HOF suited up today! pic.twitter.com/v2DCanq0wv
— Haskins SZN (@vettxev013) September 22, 2018
I think Parris Campbell enjoys having a real WR coach pic.twitter.com/SVeR5mzpCr
— Sarah (@sarbucks) September 22, 2018
These pups are ready to cheer on @OhioStateFB! Is your pet ready? pic.twitter.com/EcO62vepuC
— Ohio State (@OhioState) September 22, 2018
Next week is a big one, boys and girls. But if history is any indication, Mr. Haskins is up to the challenge.
