Four downs: Keys for Ohio State-UAB 
September, 21, 2012
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Austin Ward | ESPN.com
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Critical areas for the Buckeyes as they gear up for their last non-conference game of the season, Saturday's home date with UAB (TV: BTN, noon).
FIRST DOWN
Middle ground: The receivers on the perimeter are starting to command more attention in coverage, and defenses are already concerned about Braxton Miller's rushing ability.
FIRST DOWN
Middle ground: The receivers on the perimeter are starting to command more attention in coverage, and defenses are already concerned about Braxton Miller's rushing ability.
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