FILE - In this March 31, 2011 file photo, Ohio ...

Terry Gilliam | published: April 22, 2011

FILE - In this March 31, 2011 file photo, Ohio State defensive coach Jim Haycock, left, runs with a group of defensive players during the first day of NCAA college football practice in Columbus, Ohio. Even though most of the starters from a year ago have graduated, one of the biggest surprises at Ohio State this spring is the effectiveness of the Buckeyes defense. (AP Photo/Terry Gilliam)