James has been named a semifinalist for the Rotary Lombardi Award, which is given to the country’s top lineman or linebacker. LSU’s Glenn Dorsey won the award last year. James is the only returning finalist from last year’s group, as well as the only representative from the Big Ten Conference.
This year’s award dinner will be held on December 10 at the Hilton Americas Hotel in Downtown Houston.
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Any excuse for the media outlets to create their own All-America team, right?
CBS Sportsline has named James to their midseason AA team. He is the only Buckeye on the list.
Sportsline’s comments on JL: “Leads Big Ten with 67 tackles, including 38 assists. Record 10 tackles in wins over Wisconsin and Purdue.”
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It was the strong showing by the Ohio State defensive unit that locked up a 16-3 victory over the Purdue Boilermakers yesterday. The offense could not get into a rhythm, nor the endzone, settling for field goals throughout the game.
Special teams came through early in the game as Malcolm Jenkins blocked a Purdue punt and freshman Etienne Sabino ran the ball in for the game’s only TD.
James was all over the field, as usual. He continues to lead the team in tackles. He was in on 10 more yesterday (5 solo, 5 asst).
It certainly wasn’t the statement game that many fans were looking for, but I don’t know that anyone can complain too much when the team records another win to stay undefeated in Big Ten play. Up next, is a much improved Michigan State squad who are now ranked 20th in country. Should be another great Big Ten battle up in East Lansing.
The AP poll is out and Ohio State remains at #12.
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Calling all Buckeye Fans in Central Ohio! Come out and attend “The Main Event” on October 27th featuring James, teammates Marcus Freeman and Malcolm Jenkins, and head coach Jim Tressel. The OSU Marching Band and cheerleaders will also be on hand.
What is The Main Event?
A one night event where Buckeye Football players share their appreciation to the Buckeye Nation for their support, and the player will present what makes them outstanding individuals; their relationships with God.
Where is it?
St. John Arena in Columbus, OH
When is it?
October 27 at 7 PM (ET)
How much does this cost?
Admission is FREE!
How can I spread the word?
Print and pass out the flier (front/back) or join the FaceBook group.
Additionally, there is a contest asking “Are you an Animal?” Check this out:
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It wasn’t pretty, but we’ll take it!
Ohio State came from behind to steal a win over Big Ten foe Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, WI last night.
Freshman QB Terrelle Pryor snuck into the endzone with just over a minute left to give the Buckeyes a 20-17 lead. Then it was the defense’s turn to make a play. Cornerback Malcolm Jenkins intercepted Wisconsin QB Allan Evridge’s pass to seal the win for Ohio State.
It was a hard fought win for the team and they needed it!
James continues to be the team’s top tackler, leading the team with 10 (6 solo, 4 asst); the 12th time he’s been in double digits. Fellow linebacker Ross Homan also posted 10 tackles. [BOXSCORE]
Watch James discuss the team’s win after the game, courtesy of The Ozone.
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As a reward for his 12 tackle performance during the Minnesota game last Saturday, James was named the team’s “Attack Force” award winner…again.
Read up on the rest of the team’s weekly awards on the official athletic website.
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James is one of 30 Division 1 NCAA football players nationwide to be named to the shortlist for the Lowe’s Senior CLASS Award.
According to the press release the “student-athlete must be classified as an NCAA Division I senior (in the Football Bowl Subdivision only) and have notable achievements in four areas of excellence: Classroom, Character, Community, and Competition.” So, none of us should be surprised that James has been nominated.
Other OSU athletes up for the award include Brian Robiskie and Marcus Freeman.
For more info on the award, visit www.seniorclassaward.com.
Additionally, the Big Ten Conference announced that Ohio State’s next home game, against Purdue Oct. 11, will get underway at 3:30 PM with regional ABC coverage.
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First of all, I have no idea why I didn’t post after the Troy game last week. I was there, watching the team win. I guess I just forgot to hop online and write about it. My bad.
It’s old news, but Ohio State won that game 28-10. James contributed 12 tackles, to once again lead the defense. Additionally, he was named the team’s Attack Force Player of the Week.
Fast forward a week to yesterday’s Big Ten opener and we saw more of the same from James. 12 more tackles which helped his team to victory in the ‘Shoe against Big Ten opponent Minnesota. The defense, as a whole, performed well up until the final quarter when the staff seemed to back off a little and start subbing in other players from the depth chart. The final score was 34-21, which was not nearly as close as that score makes it look. Ohio State never trailed during the game and jumped out to a comfortable 34-6 lead at the start of the 4th quarter before giving up 2 TD scores to Minnesota, with the game well in hand.
Although there were a number of upsets from Top 10 ranked teams this weekend (#1 USC, #4 Florida, and #9 Wisconsin), Ohio State held stead in the AP Poll at #14. Wisconsin dropped to #18 as the Buckeyes travel to Madison, WI for a difficult Big Ten night game.
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Click here to listen to James answer questions from the media leading into this weekend’s game with Troy.
Tickets for the game are still available on TicketMaster.com.
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