Chris Wells out against Ohio

Columbus, Ohio – Coach Tressel spoke to the media this afternoon and announced that Chris Wells, who has not be able to practice this week, will be sitting out against Ohio. This does not come as much of a surprise. There is no reason for Tressel and the Buckeyes to try and rush Wells back into the starting line up. Let us all just hope that this is not all smoke and mirrors directed towards USC. We can only pray that the foot injury is not more serious than they are letting on. When asked if Wells would have to sit out come September 13th Tressel replied, “No, not at all. Not at all. But that's easy to say today." This injury could be a blessing in disguise for the Buckeyes allowing them to give some of the other guys a chance. Maurice Wells, Brandon Saine, and Boom Herron are all formidable replacements. Though they are not Heisman caliber in any way it will give them a tune up in the starting role incase they have to play a significant part against USC. It may even give Tressel some room to get creative with freshman sensation Terrelle Pryor. We will just have to wait and see but keep your fingers crossed Buckeye Fan.