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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 2016

Page

12

Ohio Bobcats Improve Through Strong Line and Sack Defense

Ohio fits 10-0 versus PCS teams under Frank Solich and owns a 12 game FCS win streak. They lead nationally by not allowing a sack this season and average 3.33 sacks per game, ranking 17th. Garner-Webb is 1-11 vs FBS opponents and 1-3 against the MAC, with Ohio never trailing the Runnin' Bulldogs who beat Akron in 2010.

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Ohio Buckeyes look to stay sharp after high flying nonconference tune up

Redshirt freshman kicker Louie Zervos leads the nation with 13 of 14 field goals and 4.33 per game while tallying 46 points. Senior WR Sebastian Smith has 111 career receptions, need 16 to tie for sixth in Ohio history. Redshirt freshman Javon Hagan tops forced fumbles at 1.0 per game and Tarell Basham sits with 21 career sacks as he eyes NCAA active leaders.

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Ohio Bobcats Show Strong Depth Against GW Bulldogs

Receivers Sebastian Smith shone with nine catches for 156 yards as Ohio roams an exceptional WR depth. Ohio has not allowed a sack this season while GW intends to rely on its option style. Linebackers Poling, Brown and Moore pace the defense with solid tackle totals and the front four anchor the run defense.

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Bulldogs secondary depth tests week with injuries and youth

Starting safety Kylan Nelson is likely out this week and cornerback London Miller will miss at least another game with a knee injury. Cornerbacks Mayne Williams and Randy Stites have been adequate so far, while senior Bo Hardy could debut at safety. The unit lacks seniors, but ongoing running success hasn’t heavily tested the group.

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Ohio QB Windham leads MAC in total offense

Ohio's Greg Windham tops the MAC with 337.3 yards per game in total offense and ranks eighth in rushing at 74.0 yards per game. TheBobcats may debut redshirt freshman Quinton Maxwell for his first college snaps as Tyrell Maxwell showcases the GW option offense with 322 passing yards and 268 rushing yards in three 100-yard games.

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Gardner-Webb advantage as Ohio backs thin with injuries

Ohio relies on sophomore Papi White and freshman Vinny Emanuele for major rushing duty this week with senior safety Bo Hardy possibly carrying. Khalil Lewis, GWU's first-year starter at 5-10 and 215 pounds, has 327 rushing yards and a 5.3 yard average, giving GWU the edge.

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Bobcats Special Teams Shine Early Season

Ohio kicker Louie Zervos opens with 13 made field goals in 14 attempts marking the best start for a Bobcats kicker. Michael Farkas averages 42.2 on punts as the unit sits No. 1 nationally in net punting and the team ranks third in punt return defense. GW provides strong punt and kickoff units with a 43.8 punt return average and six kickoff TDs, but has only two field goal attempts.

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College football schedule and Bobcats updates

The schedule lists multiple games including Wyoming at East Michigan and Kent State at Alabama with times on Saturday September 24. It notes matchups such as Western Illinois at NIU and Ball State at Florida Atlantic, plus Army at Buffalo and Ga Southern at West Michigan. Follow JasonA messenger on Twitter for real time updates.

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Windham shines at quarterback for Ohio Bobcats

Ohio’s Greg Windham, a fifth year senior, has started three games with 1 interception in 128 attempts and 54.7 percent accuracy. He leads the team with 222 rushing yards, 6.7 per carry, and anchors the MAC in total offense while taking few sacks. Coach Frank Solich calls him tough and capable of driving a championship run.

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