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Matt Patricia's Ohio State Defense Makes a Statement in Win over Top-Ranked Texas

On Saturday, Matt Patricia debuted as Ohio State's defensive coordinator and the Buckeyes opened their title defense with a 14-7 win at Ohio Stadium.
After Jim Knowles departed, Ryan Day hired Matt Patricia despite Patricia not coaching last season and public skepticism about the hire.
The Buckeyes' defense produced key plays, forcing turnovers on downs and an interception while holding Arch Manning scoreless for more than 55 minutes.
Ohio State now starts 1-0 as coaches and fans praised Matt Patricia's debut, signaling early optimism amid a defense-first start to their title defense.
Analysts and commentators expect the Ohio State Buckeyes' defense and secondary to improve in 4-5 weeks, ahead of Michigan hosting Ohio State on Nov. 29.

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The News-Herald

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Matt Patricia’s Ohio State defense makes a statement in win over top-ranked Texas

COLUMBUS — Matt Patricia had every reason to gloat or say something about those who second-guessed his hiring as Ohio State defensive coordinator after Saturday’s 14-7 victory over top-ranked Texas. Patricia saw no need to, however, after his players delivered their statement on the field. The third-ranked Buckeyes held the much-ballyhooed Arch Manning in check for three quarters, but also had three pivotal fourth-down stops in the second half. …

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Matt Patricia's Ohio State defense makes a statement in win over top-ranked Texas

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Matt Patricia had every reason to gloat or say something about those who second-guessed his hiring as Ohio State defensive coordinator after Saturday's 14-7 victory over top-ranked Texas.

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