... games, especially those between well-matched opponents, have several keys to victory.

While I don't want to oversimplify this Saturday's important contest at Iowa City against the Hawkeyes, I really believe that there is one component that is most important for the Buckeyes: getting off to a good start!   

It has been well documented that Ohio State has not been fast out of the gates in the "bigger" games this season, having trailed in the first half against Miami, Illinois, Wisconsin and Penn State, with the latter two being large margins.

Why this year's squad seems to be a sluggish starter is anyone's guess, but it could spell doom this week if not...

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