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Video: Interview with James & Joe Laurinaitis

admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 22:07:07 +0000

Video: The Ozone Interview James Laurinaitis

admin — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 04:51:27 +0000

I know, I know. What’s gotten into me? Two posts within 24 hours! I said I’d eventually get back after it, and I am. Been a JL fan for a long time, and will remain so!

Here is an interview with Ohio State media outlet, The-Ozone:

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Buckeyes Earn BCS Date with Longhorns

admin — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 03:48:22 +0000

The official BCS pairings were announced earlier this evening and Ohio State is headed back to Arizona to meet the Texas Longhorns in the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl. This will mark the 3rd time in 4 years that the Buckeyes and Longhorns have met. The last head-to-head went to the Bucks on the road in Austin.

Tickets for the game go on sale Tuesday. Click here for more info!

The team was informed of its postseason destination at the team’s annual banquet. James and his teammate Malcolm Jenkins were both recipients of the Bill Willis Award, which goes to the team’s most valuable defensive player. I would agree 100% with that. James also received the Randy Gradishar award that goes to the team’s standout linebacker.

Beanie Wells was the Team’s MVP. He also picked up 3 more awards for the top offensive player, top player in the Michigan game, and top tailback.

You can listen to some of James’ and his teammates comments on their Fiesta Bowl selection on the official athletics site. Additionally, you can watch a video of James talking about the big game, courtesy of Rivals.

Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year

admin — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:03:37 +0000

James Laurinaitis has been voted the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year for the 2008 Season. He was the preseason Defensive Player of the Year in addition to being named 2007′s Player of the Year too.

Being a back-to-back Player of the Year in the Big Ten Conference is a big deal, so big congrats to James.

He was a First Team All-Big Ten Defense selection in the eyes of the media and coaches; the former voting him in unanimously.

Watch a video interview with him right after the announcement below:

Five In A Row Over Michigan

admin — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 22:53:12 +0000

The Ohio State Buckeyes won their 5th straight match-up over the Michigan Wolverines, with a dominant 42-7 performance in the ‘Shoe today.

James had 11 tackles for the team, including several big hits, and was named the Chevrolet Player of the Game for his production on the field. Only allowing Michigan into the end zone once in 2 years, must have been gratifying for James and his fellow seniors.

It was nice to see a lot of players get into this game, including all of our QBs and RBs. I’m sure that means a great deal to these seniors.

Check out James’ on-field post game interview with Stacey Dales below:

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Great win for the Bucks!

ETA: Watch the Captains’ postgame presser here, courtesy of Bucknuts and ScoutingOhio

Video: James Talks Michigan Rivalry

admin — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:26:39 +0000

I’m going to try and not laugh at the Big Ten Network website misspelling Laurinaitis. Maybe they forgot after posting the story on the women’s soccer “Lauren-itis” foursome?

Always spell All-Americans' names correctly

Anyway, here’s James talking about “The Game”:

James Gives OSU Update to Big Ten Network

admin — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 04:23:41 +0000

Buckeyes Open 2008 Campaign With Win

admin — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 03:58:27 +0000

The Buckeyes opened the 2008 season with a 43-0 showing, a rare shutout.

That the defense did not give up any points is a strong testament to the strength of the defense, led by James, who registered 5 assisted tackles today. Marcus Freeman had 2 solo and 4 assists to lead all defenders. James played well into the 2nd half before taking his spot along the sidelines with his teammates.

Pictures from today’s contest can be found here, courtesy of photographer Josh Winslow.

I attended today’s game — my first OSU game — and it was a joy to see so many #33 jerseys. I saw #28 and #33 more than any other jerseys. I also loved seeing James’ enthusiasm every time he gestured for the crowd to get into it. You can tell how much he loves Buckeye Nation. I have some video and pictures myself. I’ll go through them and share anything that comes out well. My seats were really close to the field and the tunnel.

**Watch the captains post-game presser (Official Website)