Never underestimate "The old ball coach" Alabama did just that and now they sit at #8 in both the Coaches and AP poll. OSU is now the hunted.

Oregon has the best offense in the nation and is #2 in both polls. I can't imagine having to face this team in the desert for all of the Tostitos. They are playing better now that Jeremiah Masoli is no longer on the team.

Any team can be beat on any given Saturday. Jim Tressel knows this and that is why it is extremely crucial for the Buckeyes to dominate in all phases of the game. The running game has to improve because Wisconsin has a solid defense. They lost to a very good Michigan State team and with a night game at home vs OSU; this has the makings of a total disaster coming up this Saturday night at Camp Randall.

If you don't believe me, let me take you back to 2003. OSU was ranked #3 and had to travel to Camp Randall at night to play the Badgers. The result was a 17-10 defeat and OSU having their 19 game win streak snapped.

I'm concerned about the two headed RB tandem of John Clay and James White. White, a true freshman, has really come into his own replacing Clay in certain situations. Wisky is known for pounding the rock and their offensive line is one of the best in the country. The Buckeyes' front line will have their hands full with that bunch.

The real question around C-Bus is about TP. Is he 100%? We'll find out this Saturday because Buckeye Nation is curious to see if he will run loose when needed or be limited. If he's one dimensional, then the title dreams of the Buckeyes will be in serious jeopardy. My gut feeling is that this group will be focused and come out of Madison with the all important "W". It will be a close game as the Badgers are tough to beat at their house (remember 2008).

Prediction: OSU 28  Wisky 21

GO BUCKS!!!

Luckybuck