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Tanner McCalister speaks on refocusing following loss to Michigan, level of preparation for Georgia

Andrew Peters

By Andrew Peters

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Tanner McCalister spoke on the Ohio State’s College Football Playoff potential following a tough loss to Michigan and preparation for top-ranked Georgia, who Ohio State plays in the first round.

Reflecting on the loss to Michigan, McCalister said there were “a lot of missed assignments,” including himself as the Wolverines routed the Buckeyes easily.

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Defeated after the loss to Michigan, McCalister said J.T. Tuimoloau stood in front of the defense to remind everyone of the possibility that they could still make the CFP in order the light a spark under the team. The words of encouragement helped the team stay locked in even though their fate was undecided.

He said the game sparked a fire within the game however. Now, they are more focused than ever. He said there’s a “different level of focus, different level of seriousness” in practices following the loss as they prepare for the CFP.

McCalister had a solid season with the Buckeyes, picking up 19 solo tackles and 3 interceptions.

Andrew Peters