Ten Things We Learned Rewatching The Rose Bowl

Join hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr as they rewatch and analyze the Ohio State Buckeyes’ commanding 41-21 victory over the Oregon Ducks in the Rose Bowl. In this episode, they discuss key moments, standout performances, and strategic insights that emerged upon reviewing the broadcast.

From Ohio State’s offensive exploits to their defensive dominance, and the standout efforts of players like Jeremiah Smith, Cody Simon, and Will Howard, Tony and Tom provide a detailed breakdown of what made this victory special and how it sets up the Buckeyes for their upcoming clash against Texas. Don’t miss their expert analysis and takeaways from this memorable game.

The Rundown

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:12 Game Overview and Initial Impressions
00:45 Ohio State’s Dominant Offense
02:40 Oregon’s Defensive Struggles
03:28 Key Plays and Player Performances
04:16 Ohio State’s Physicality and Line of Scrimmage Dominance
09:35 Cody Simon’s Impactful Performance
20:45 Oregon’s Missed Opportunities and Ohio State’s Defensive Discipline
27:00 The Impact of Transfers on Team Culture
27:58 Reflecting on Oregon’s Season and Future
31:10 Special Teams Performance Highlights
33:42 Defensive Strategies and Adjustments
36:15 Quarterback Performance and Offensive Tactics
41:32 Pre-Game Strategies and Coin Toss Decisions
50:10 Looking Ahead to the Texas Matchup