POWER: Ohio State’s Linebacker Corps FREES Matt Patricia — Bold New Schemes to OUTSMART Offenses

Ohio State Buckeyes’ linebacker depth is unlocking new levels of creativity for defensive coordinator Matt Patricia—will this be the country’s top unit once again? Jay Stephens explores how Patricia’s NFL-inspired approach, bolstered by versatile talents like Payton Pierce, Christian Alliegro, Riley Pettijohn, and Garrett Stover, is keeping opposing offenses on their heels. Unique linebacker rotations, hybrid fronts,