By: RUSTY MILLER (AP via Dayton Daily News) –

COLUMBUS, Ohio —Ohio State being the preseason pick to win the Big Ten for the fifth year in a row may not have much to do with anyone currently on the roster.

“The reason why we’re No. 1 is because of A.J. Hawk, Troy Smith, James Laurinaitis — guys who set that foundation and made sure Ohio State is as prominent as it is for the last few years,” defensive lineman Doug Worthington said, referring to stalwarts during the four-year run of titles.

Sure, the Buckeyes have talent. Everyone compares quarterback Terrelle Pryor to a young Vince Young and most of the lines and several other key figures are also back in the fold.

But this is a different group in scarlet and gray than the one that went 10-3 last year and won seven of eight Big Ten games. Gone are 28 members of the senior class, not to mention three juniors who jumped to the pros ahead of time. There are numerous unproven and maybe unknown new starters.

“This is something that we’ve got to keep it going and keep our legacy going,” Worthington said.

No wonder coach Jim Tressel is more than a little concerned about the Sept. 12 clash at Ohio Stadium with Southern California ……

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