Grading the cougars: D+
Quarterback: F
Six interceptions by the starter, another by the backup. There is no other grade.
Running backs: D+
No holes early, but a big fumble and some missed pass blocks hurt. Two TD runs.
Receivers: B-
Some great catches were offset by a few too many drops.
Offensive line: D-
The OSU front overwhelmed them all night.
Defensive line: C
Little penetration and a loss of gap control led to some big gains.
Linebackers: B-
Evans played his best game of his career, but there were holes in pass coverage.
Defensive backs: D+
Only some poor throws kept this from being a bigger rout.
Special teams: C-
A fake punt that failed was offset by another good punting night and a field goal.
Coaching: D+
The turnovers can’t be laid here, although some other failings can.