[Tuck4Bama]

Sunday, August 23, 2009 3:34 AM
By Ken Gordon


THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH

It's Sept. 12 and Southern California is in town. The score is tied, fourth quarter, and Ohio State is facing a third-and-10.

The Trojans have good coverage on the Buckeyes receivers, and the protection is breaking down around quarterback Terrelle Pryor.
What will Pryor do?

Last year, the answer would have been obvious: run. Thrust into the starting job during his freshman season, Pryor was sometimes slow to read defenses and more comfortable using his legs.

In his nine starts, he averaged 11 rushes and 15 passes.

This season, though, might be a different story. Pryor came to Ohio State intent on developing into a pro-style quarterback -- it was part of the deal when he committed and a big reason he chose the Buckeyes over spread-option offenses such as at Michigan and Oregon.

BuckeyeXtra - The Columbus Dispatch : Pryor will run, but how often?

[Quack Attack]

Absolutely great topic Tuck! You ask a very good question, how is Terrelle Pryor going to deal with the almighty USC Trojans coming into town and their traditional tough defense. Persnally, I don't think he will deal with it well at all and have a nightmare game in this game. For the year, however, I think he will do well. Having a horrible game against the Trojans is not a bad thing though. In general, I think Pryor will have a good year in the Big 10. He is a year away and then the Buckeyes can actually start thinking national championship. This year? No way!