Ohio State Football: 5 biggest takeaways from spring 2018
2. Quarterback battle closer than expected
At the conclusion of the 2017 season, it was apparent that Ohio State would have a big decision to make if it wants to adequately replace J.T. Barrett. One of the best leaders during Urban Meyer’s tenure in Columbus was graduating and the Buckeyes seemed to have their next guy in Dwayne Haskins who helped lead them to a win over Michigan in The Game.
The quarterback battle was Haskins’ to lose, but junior Joe Burrow came out firing in the spring game and proved himself as a potential starter.
Burrow had a strong showing in the spring game, completing 15-of-23 passes for 238 yards and two touchdowns while Haskins was 9-for-19 with 120 yards and two scores. Tate Martell, last year’s freshman blue-chipper, had a rough day, passing for 28 yards and a pick on 5-of-16 passing.
Haskins will have his hands full now that Burrow has been playing better than expected. No one gave him a shot to win the starting job, but it looks like that was a mistake.
If Burrow doesn’t win the job, there’s a good chance he could transfer.