Overview
- Ryan Day said Josh Padilla and Phillip Daniels are expected to practice all week with hopes they can play against UCLA.
- Ian Moore drew praise for a solid first start at right tackle in place of Daniels in the win at Purdue.
- Right guard snaps will be divided between Padilla and Tegra Tshabola, with Ethan Onianwa also under evaluation depending on Padilla’s health.
- Day indicated defensive tackle Tywone Malone Jr. is on track to return this week, and he offered no update on receiver Carnell Tate after Tate did not play at Purdue.
- The 9-0 Buckeyes have excelled in pass protection but remain uneven on the ground, ranking fourth nationally in fewest sacks allowed and 69th in rushing after allowing two sacks at Purdue.